The C250 is, however, the slowest model in its class. The sprint to 60 mph takes 7.1 seconds, a somewhat leisurely figure when compared to the BMW 328i (5.9 seconds), the Cadillac ATS (6.3 seconds) and the Audi A4 2.0T (6.2 seconds). And unlike its rivals from BMW and Cadillac, the C250 offers no manual transmission option. Fuel economy is good: 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway.
Despite its entry-level status, the C250 comes relatively well-equipped with amenities like an automatic-adjusting suspension, five-spoke alloy wheels and a sunroof as standard. Another advantage: The C250 offers a wide array of styles and trim levels that make it a great option for any luxury compact car buyer, a degree of personalization that the ATS and A4 both lack.