Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Price $58,600 – $120,000
Fuel consumption 7.1 – 12.1 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 76%(view ratings)
The C-Class recently turned 30, with the current (fifth) generation having made its debut for 2022. Like many other Mercedes-Benz models, it offers less selection than in years past. Only the sedan remains, and it’s available in three trim levels, all featuring a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and 4Matic all-wheel drive—C 300 (255 horsepower), AMG C 43 (mild hybrid, 402 horsepower) and the wicked new AMG C 63 S E Performance (plug-in hybrid, 671 total horsepower).

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 76%
Fuel economy 8/10
Reliability N/A
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 7/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 7/10
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What's new in 2024

Arrival of the C 63 S E Performance. The coupe and convertible models are not renewed.

Pros

  • Version C 63 S E Performance is incredible
  • Balanced C 43 model
  • Attractive displays
  • Powerful headlights

Cons

  • Ordinary engine (C 300)
  • Unpredictable braking (C 300)
  • Thick steering wheel rim
  • Worrying electronic glitches

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