All in all though, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is as solidly built as small cars come, and should offer years of service provided regular maintenance is undertaken. There are few safer cars built, and fewer still that offer as dynamic a ride and handling combination, plus as full an assortment of luxury features in the compact segment.
Specifications:
- 1994 Lowest-Highest Price*: $6,900 - $15,000 (165,000 to 220,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $34,350
- 1995 Lowest-Highest Price*: $7,500 - $18,000 (150,000 to 200,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $34,995
- 1996 Lowest-Highest Price*: $8,900 - $20,000 (135,000 to 180,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $35,995
- 1997 Lowest-Highest Price*: $10,500 - $30,000 (120,000 to 160,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $36,950
- 1998 Lowest-Highest Price*: $14,000 - $35,000 (90,000 to 140,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $37,550
- 1999 Lowest-Highest Price*: $19,500 - $42,500 (75,000 to 120,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $37,950
- 2000 Lowest-Highest Price*: $21,000 - $44,000 (60,000 to 100,000 km**) - Base Price when new: $38,450
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front-engine, RWD
- Base Engine (94 - 96): 148 hp, 155 lb-ft, 2.2L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
- Base Engine (97 - 98): 148 hp, 162 lb-ft, 2.3L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
- Base Engine (99 - 00): 185 hp, 200 lb-ft, 2.3L, 16-valve, DOHC supercharged I-4
- Optional Engine (94 - 97): 194 hp, 199 lb-ft, 2.8L, 18-valve I-6
- Optional Engine (98 - 00): 194 hp, 195 lb-ft, 2.8L, 18-valve V6
- Optional Engine (95 C36): 268 hp, 280 lb-ft, 3.6L, 24-valve, DOHC I-6
- Optional Engine (96 - 97 C36): 276 hp, 284 lb-ft, 3.6L, 24-valve, DOHC I-6
- Optional Engine (98 - 00 C43): 302 hp, 302 lb-ft, 4.3L, 24-valve V8
- Transmission: 4-spd auto (with manual mode in 2000)
- Performance (0 - 100 km/h): 9.2 seconds (1997 C230)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight (min-max): 1,429 - 1,564 kg (3,150 - 3,448 lbs)
- Cargo Volume (trunk): 238 L (11.6 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 10.6 / 8.4 L/100 km (1994 C220)
- Original Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Audi 80/90/A4, Acura Vigor/3.2 TL, BMW 3-Series, Cadillac Catera, Chrysler 300M, Infiniti G20, Lexus GS 300, Mazda Millenia, Nissan Maxima, Volkswagen Passat
- Web Site: www.mercedes-benz.ca
* Prices show lowest and highest of classified ads in Auto123.com, AutoTrader.ca and CanadaTrader.com across Canada. Prices in specific provinces may vary. Also, these are asking prices so discounts may be available.
** Mileage averages based on approximately 15,000 to 20,000 km travel per year (calculated in 2005 model year)