2025 Acura TLX vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz C Class

Mercedes-Benz may be a profound name in the luxury market, but Acura knows how to make a high-end ride built for sport so you don’t have to pick and choose. Maus Acura of North Tampa invites you to explore this in-depth comparison between the new 2025 Acura TLX and 2025 Mercedes-Benz C Class, a couple of popular cars that deliver optimal performance with impeccable style! Shop our new inventory online for an easy way to check out new luxury sports sedans near you.

2025 Acura TLX vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz C Class

For the price, one might assume that Mercedes-Benz has perfected the line where sport and luxury meet with the new C Class. We urge you not to fall for this common misconception the next time you go out car shopping. Despite having a lower MSRP, the new Acura TLX is better suited for performance while still offering many luxury features that you would be more than happy to have.

Performance

It’s hard to beat Acura in a game of performance, and the TLX is one of their best contenders. The new 2025 Acura TLX comes in two incredible engine types so you can choose your power output. The standard 2.0L VTEC Turbo engine delivers 272 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque so going with the base model feels anything but dull. For even more excitement on the road, going with the TLX Type S will get you a 3.0L Turbo V6 with up to 355 HP and 354 lb.-ft. of torque for a substantial boost in power. Both powertrains are built around a 10-speed transmission system for greater command of your drive without any hiccups. Other design choices that we love for curated performance in the TLX include enlarged front intake grilles, a rear diffuser, a double-wishbone front suspension system, a rigid chassis, and a rear-biased Super Handling AWD.

You only get one engine to enjoy in the new Mercedes-Benz C Class. The 2025 model comes with a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder capable of 255 horsepower, just short of the TLX’s base powertrain. Going with the C Class will also bump you down to a 9-speed transmission system which can limit the quality of your drive. The 4Matic AWD system is an available upgrade, but we believe Acura’s Super Handling AWD system is much more responsive and intuitive.

Safety Features

You can leave your mark wherever you go knowing that you are backed by AcuraWatch in the new 2025 Acura TLX. On top of these amazing standard driver-assist features, the iconic automaker threw in an extra freebie: a blind spot information system to enhance your ability to navigate traffic. For a better view on the go, you can opt for the incredibly useful surround view camera as a worthwhile upgrade in the new TLX.

AcuraWatch brings the following standard features to the 2025 Acura TLX:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
• Collision Mitigation Braking System
• Lane Keeping Assist System
• Road Departure Mitigation
• Blind Spot Information System
• Rear Cross Traffic Monitor
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Traffic Jam Assist
• Pedestrian Detection

Mercedes-Benz only offers the bare minimum as standard essentials in the new C Class sedan like automated emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring. Some of the more useful features are trapped behind a paywall, like adaptive cruise control with lane centering and a head-up display that can help keep your eyes on the road at all times. For an MSRP of a few thousand more compared to the TLX, we expected the Mercedes-Benz C Class to come with more standard safety and driver-assist features without having to pay for additional upgrades.

Interior

The TLX’s interior is a visual representation of Acura’s ability to balance both sport and luxury. Ergonomic bolstered sports seats place you in the shoes of a professional racer with Ultrasuede trim that exudes high-class taste. Going with the TLX A-Spec enhances this beautiful harmony with red contrast stitching next to Milano premium leather. The new 2025 Acura TLX is also incredibly advanced with top-of-the-line tech like a 10.2-inch HUD, a 17-speaker ELS Studio premium audio system, Acura’s patented True Touchpad Interface, and more. A new, interesting feature that comes standard in the TLX is AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic with advanced Traffic Rerouting that alters your navigation on the fly to present you with the best possible route at all times.

Contoured seats in the 2025 Mercedes-Benz C Class alone aren’t enough to convince us that this ride is any more comfortable than the finely crafted sports seats in the new TLX. The new C Class sedan also prioritizes looks over functionality which can wear on the driver over time. Acura’s decision to invest in modern advanced tech makes every drive easier every day for the foreseeable future which is something that simple leather upholstery in the C Class can’t make up for.

Bottom Line

For a more reasonable price, the new 2025 Acura TLX is plenty more exciting in both powertrain and cabin experience. Enjoy more horsepower on a curated build, modern driver-assist technology, and an exclusive interior that can’t be matched.

Learn more about what’s in store for the 2025 Acura TLX so you can be prepared for greatness when you visit your local dealership.

Take the 2025 Acura TLX for a Test Drive!

When you want to take the new 2025 Acura TLX for a spin, Maus Acura of North Tampa is the place to be. Stop by today or view our new inventory online for new Acura sports sedans available near you! Call (813) 535-6287 to schedule your test drive.