C-Class W205 vs Teana L33: which is better?
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 (2014–2021) vs Nissan Teana L33 (2014–2020): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Nissan Teana L33Specifications
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205 | Nissan Teana L33 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2014–2021 | 2014–2020 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 Turbo (C200) | 2.5 |
| Power, up to | 184 hp | 172 hp |
| Torque, up to | 300 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | CVT |
| Drive | rear-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 686 mm | 4 863 mm |
| Width | 1 810 mm | 1 830 mm |
| Height | 1 442 mm | 1 490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 840 mm | 2 775 mm |
| Fuel tank | 66 L | 68 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 29 450 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205
Pros
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Mercedes M274/M264 (2.0): timing chain stretch and tensioner
- Gearbox Mercedes 7G-Tronic (722.9): control board failure (speed sensors)
Engine (Mercedes M274/M264 (2.0)): timing chain stretch and tensioner; oil leaks.
Gearbox (Mercedes 7G-Tronic (722.9)): control board failure (speed sensors); valve body wear.
Nissan Teana L33
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Nissan QR25DE (2.5): oil consumption
- Gearbox Jatco JF016E/JF017E (CVT): bearing whine
Engine (Nissan QR25DE (2.5)): oil consumption; timing chain stretch; catalytic converter breakdown.
Gearbox (Jatco JF016E/JF017E (CVT)): bearing drone; belt and pulley wear; overheating.
Which one to choose
- C-Class W205 — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, kz tax 2026.
- Teana L33 — if you care more about: fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: C-Class W205 or Teana L33?
C-Class W205: up to 184 hp, Teana L33: up to 172 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: C-Class W205 — about 16 475 ₸, Teana L33 — about 29 450 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.