Ranking The 10 Best Mercedes C-Class Model Years

First arrived in 1993, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class was a replacement for their 190/W201 series introduced by Daimler AG. Until the introduction of the A-Class in 1997, the C-Class was the smallest automobile in the Mercedes series. Since then, the growing A-Class line has pushed further the C-Class upmarket. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class comprises a series of small luxury cars that appeal to buyers who want a practical and comfortable automobile without paying a premium for the German engineering that the Mercedes name covers. Given the name compact executive cars, It’s one of the most competitive segments in the market, with brand series like Alfa Romeo Giulia, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Jaguar XE, Lexus IS, and Volvo S60 all competing.

The appeal of the C-Class is that it does everything well, rather than excelling in one domain. It’s a true all-rounder, and any motorist who values comfort, high equipment levels, and efficiency will find the Mercedes C-Class to be an excellent choice. Moreover, the C-Class offers a powerhouse that never fails to deliver the thrills with a good touch of luxury without losing much from your pockets. The C-Class makes a tempting choice for the buyer. But there are a lot of models under the C-Class umbrella, so grab a drink, and perhaps a snack, and take a seat. These are the 10 best model years of the C-Class.

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1999 C-Class C43 AMG

The C43 was the first C-Class to be fitted with an AMG-tuned Mercedes-Benz V8 engine. Unlike other C-Class models, the C43 AMG was not mass manufactured. Only a few were created, making it rare today. They were also not the quickest with 302 HP, but the C43 AMG can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds.

And they were the coolest automobiles around in their time, besides being a Mercedes. With all this, they ran about $30K in the market.

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2017 C-Class C43 AMG

The AMG-tuned version of the 3.0-liter, twin Turbo V-6 engine is well-known for making 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft torque. A stylish two-door AMG covered the engine under a long hood. The AMG C43 came equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission and can reach 60 mph in 4.6 seconds.

Also, the C43 achieves a good balance of sportiness and saloon-car normalcy. The seats, for example, are supportive but not overly firm, and they are fully adjustable.

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2010 C-Class C63

They fit the C63 AMG with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that produces 451 HP and 443 lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels. Considering those years, this was a reasonably priced vehicle. It wasn’t the most opulent of the C-Class models, but it was more luxurious than smaller cars. It wasn’t the sportiest, either; after all, it was a four-door sedan.

They rated the gas mileage at 17 miles per gallon in the city and 20 miles per gallon on the interstate, which is acceptable for a V8-powered Merc.

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2020 C-Class C 300 (4MATIC)

C-Class C 300 series begins with a 255-HP, available with rear or All-Wheel drive in coupe, convertible and sedan configurations. Mercedes loaded the C300 for most patrons with superb acceleration, snappy movements, and wonderful chassis tuning from its 9-speed automatic transmission.

The common problem in the newer C-Classes comprised the clumsy touchscreen infotainment system. But in CES 2021, Mercedes-Benz announced the 56-inch wide ‘MBUX Hyperscreen’ dashboard that will remove this problem. The upcoming C-Class will have a variant of the NVIDIA Powered MBUX and it seems that they will really hit the mark this time!

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1995 C-Class C280 Sedan

This year’s model C280 vehicle featured a 2.8 liter, 6-cylinder engine, giving it a little extra power than before. It handles beautifully thanks to a well-built chassis and a five-speed transmission. This four-door sedan was another reasonably priced vehicle that tended to appeal to families and couples.

Women like it because it was economical and simple to drive. The C-Class model line had been around for a few years now, so things were progressing and growing in popularity.

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1995 C-Class AMG C 36

Mercedes-Benz knew it needed to compete in the sports sedan market and that its C280 model was simply not up to the task. The C36 was a hit; it had more power than an M3 and a limited production run, making it desirable to Mercedes purchasers searching for a one-of-a-kind vehicle.

In 1998, the C36 production ended. The inline-six engine has four valves per cylinder and is based on the C280’s unit. It produced 276 FP at 5750 rpm and 284 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm.

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2005 C-Class C240 Luxury

A 2.6-liter 6 cylinders gas engine powers this vehicle with 168 BHP, and 177 lb-ft of torque. An automatic five-speed gearbox dispatches the power to all four wheels. The C-Class C240 Luxury 4MATIC Sedan gets 17 mpg in the city, 23 mpg on the highway, and a combined 19 mpg.

It’s well-equipped with a leather seat insert, adjustable height and backrest adjustment of front seating, power windows, cruise control, a seven-speaker audio system with weather band, laurel wood trim, and an all-season aluminum tire with 16-inch wheels making the C240 ahead of its competition in all regions.

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1996 C-Class C220 Sedan

This small lady could only split around 147 horsepower with a basic inline-four engine suitable for the city. A four-speed gearbox provided more advantages that make this model a member of the list. The C220 sedan cost only $27,900 for 1998, so there have been some cutbacks.

It is very fuel-efficient with 23 mpg in town and 29 mpg on the road, which compensates for the lack of power… nearly. The C220 isn’t very large, but neither is a diamond.

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1998 C-Class C230 Sedan

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan C230 Classic is a rear-wheel-drive sedan from 1998. It has four doors and is boasts a 2.3L I4 DOHC 16 valve engine that produces 147 horses at 5500 rpm mated to a five-speed automated transmission.

Because of the available additions, the price was greater, falling between $30,450 and $52,750. What about the mileage? The city mileage of 23 mpg and the motorway mileage of 30 mpg is extremely appealing.

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2011 C-Class C63

Last but not least, we have our all-time favorite Mercedes-Benz C-Class model. The C63 is a straightforward vehicle with no gimmicks, stunts, or modifications. There were a variety of engines to choose from, including a 3.0 liter V6, a 3.5 liter V6, and a 6.2 liter V8. It had a range of horsepower from 228 to 481, and it still got 18 city miles and 26 highway miles for every gallon.

The 2011 C-Class is a car that many Mercedes enthusiasts have driven and enjoyed, and they continue to do so, making the 2011 C-Class a foregone conclusion for first place on our list. It is without a doubt the greatest C-Class ever manufactured.

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