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==Exterior==
==Exterior==
The C-Class cars look like a [[Mercedes-Benz]] should and just about everyone will quickly identify them as such. All C-Class cars sport the traditional Mercedes three-pointed star as a standup hood ornament, but even without that they'd be immediately identifiable. The C-Class shares styling themes with the larger [[Mercedes-Benz E-Class|E-Class]] and [[Mercedes-Benz S-Class|S-Class]] cars, but retains a tight look all its own. Aerodynamically, the C-Class cars are among the most efficient in the Mercedes-Benz family. The C-Class boasts a drag coefficient of 0.27, which helps minimize wind noise and improves fuel efficiency.


Distinguishing between Sport and Luxury versions of the C-Class is easy. The Sport [[sedan]]s have a more aggressive looking front air dam and sculpted lower cladding previously used only on Mercedes' exotic AMG models. The Sport sedans are further distinguished by a unique grille with three horizontal bars, darker, blue-tinted glass and larger 17-inch [[wheel]]s.
The styling for all C-Class models was freshened in 2005. The changes were subtle and we're not sure how many people actually noticed. Revised styling cues included wider set quad-ovoid headlights, more pronounced fender flares and revised taillights.
The C-Class sedans are the same length as the [[BMW 3 Series]] cars, but several inches narrower, making it easier to fit them into tight garage spaces.


==Styles and Options==
==Styles and Options==

Revision as of 19:35, 16 November 2006

2007 Mercedes-Benz C350 Luxury Sedan
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 Luxury Sedan


See also the main fact sheet for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

High Points

Low Points

  • Not enough leg room for rear passengers (The Detroit News)
  • Costly (Kelley Blue Book)

Performance and Handling

C350 Luxury Sedan gauges

Gas Mileage

As seen on Autos.com, in the near-luxury car MPG rankings, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranked as follows:

  • Mercedes-Benz C230 was in 21st place with 21/29 MPG
  • Mercedes-Benz C280 was in 23st place with 21/28 MPG
  • Mercedes-Benz C350 was in 24st place with 20/28 MPG

Safety

The Mercedes-Benz C-class comes standard with the following features:

  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • Antilock Braking System (ABS)
  • Brake Assist
  • Driver and front passenger airbags
  • Side-impact airbags
  • Active Head Restraint
  • LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children)

Reliability and Maintenance

All new 2007 Mercedes-Benz vehicles are covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. It covers any defects in material or workmanship for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Interior and Comforts

Exterior

The C-Class cars look like a Mercedes-Benz should and just about everyone will quickly identify them as such. All C-Class cars sport the traditional Mercedes three-pointed star as a standup hood ornament, but even without that they'd be immediately identifiable. The C-Class shares styling themes with the larger E-Class and S-Class cars, but retains a tight look all its own. Aerodynamically, the C-Class cars are among the most efficient in the Mercedes-Benz family. The C-Class boasts a drag coefficient of 0.27, which helps minimize wind noise and improves fuel efficiency.

Distinguishing between Sport and Luxury versions of the C-Class is easy. The Sport sedans have a more aggressive looking front air dam and sculpted lower cladding previously used only on Mercedes' exotic AMG models. The Sport sedans are further distinguished by a unique grille with three horizontal bars, darker, blue-tinted glass and larger 17-inch wheels.

The styling for all C-Class models was freshened in 2005. The changes were subtle and we're not sure how many people actually noticed. Revised styling cues included wider set quad-ovoid headlights, more pronounced fender flares and revised taillights.

The C-Class sedans are the same length as the BMW 3 Series cars, but several inches narrower, making it easier to fit them into tight garage spaces.

Styles and Options

The Mercedes-Benz C-class is available in 4 trims: C230 Sport sedan, C280 Luxury sedan, C350 Sport sedan, and C350 Luxury sedan.

C230 Sport sedan

Mercedes-Benz C-class lineup
2007 Mercedes-Benz C230 interior
  • 201 horsepower 2.5-liter V6
  • Six-speed manual transmission
  • 17-inch wheels
  • High-performance tires
  • Aluminum interior trim
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Interior air filtration
  • Leather-faced seats
  • 10-way power adjustment for driver and front passenger
  • Cruise control
  • Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
  • One-touch power windows
  • Automatic headlamps

C280 Luxury sedan

(adds to the C230’s conveniences)

C350 Sport sedan

(adds to the C230’s conveniences)

C350 Luxury sedan

(adds to the C280’s conveniences)

Sunroof Package

  • Power sunroof
  • Auto-dimming mirrors
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Universal garage-door

DVD Navigation system Package

Main Competitors

External Links

WikiCars Contributor Favorites

Mercedes-Benz Manufacturer Sites

Community Sites

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