Top 10 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models

For a while, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class was the smallest car in the lineup from this brand.

This was the case from 1993 to 1997 when the A-Class arrived. The C-Class was considered one of the most impressive compact executive cars offered in the market. The original offering gave us a sedan with a station wagon model arriving in 1996. Eventually, we had the C-Class coupe and cabriolet models giving us at least four different body styles that made it possible or this car to be one that provided us with an excellent package of luxury items for an incredible drive.

1998 C-Class C43 AMG Sedan

One of the earliest models is also the first to enjoy the benefits of AMG tuning. The C43 sedan gives us a car that offers new styling concepts and features to bring a higher level of luxury driving to the market. Eventually, this car found its way to elements similar to the S-Class flagship sedan. The C43 AMG had a five-speed automatic transmission and an engine that churned out 302 horsepower and 302 lb.-ft. Of torque for an impressive performance on any road or track.

1996 C-Class 5-Door Station Wagon

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class had a model called the T-Model. This designation has nothing to do with the roof configuration or an old car from the early days of Ford. Instead, T-Model refers to the tourenwagen, like a station wagon in Germany. This impressive version gave drivers the performance, spacious cabin, and power desired when out on the road. This model came in both gasoline and diesel models, offering the options selected for families on the go.

2007 C-Class

This model gave owners something they didn’t always get out of luxury cars, fuel economy. The base model came with 225 horsepower and efficiency numbers that come in at 22 city/28 hwy mpg. The V6 engine was offered with a manual or automatic transmission, giving owners the desired feeling. This impressive sedan also gives owners plenty of unique luxury items that make it a car that delivers the driving and environmental qualities desired. The 2007 version doesn’t have a ton of power, but it does have a complete luxury package.

1993 C-Class 4-Door Sedan

The first version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes this list the inaugural model that showed what this car brings to the market. The C-Class we know today wouldn’t be possible without the first model. Fuel mileage was awful, arriving at 11/17 mpg but that wasn’t a surprise considering the model year and the brand name. The build quality and packaging offered brought us an entirely new model that is ready to give us the quality and drive desired for many years.

2000 C-Class C280 Sedan

A new version of the C-Class arrived at the turn of the century, and it built upon the previous models with a larger gas tank and combined 24 mpg. The 2.8-liter V6 engine makes 194 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque, which wasn’t enough to hit any high speeds, but it was enough to offer an excellent drive. The C280 came well loaded, giving drivers an amazing sound system and comfortable seats that make it easy to enjoy the impressive qualities many drivers desired.

1999 C-Class C43 AMG

This AMG model is similar to the 1998 version, but it wasn’t mass-produced, and it only had 195 horsepower for the drive. While that power number didn’t impress anyone, it does offer plenty of performance and fun on the road. These models are some of the most attractive vehicles on the streets from this car brand. Drivers could have an excellent midsize luxury sedan tuned by AMG for a relatively affordable price.

1995 C-Class C220 Sedan

You might not expect a low-powered sedan to make it on the list of the best cars, but this one does. This Mercedes-Benz C-Class only makes 148 horsepower from the 2.2-liter four-cylinder engine while using a 4-speed automatic transmission for the shifting. This impressive little sedan made 23 city/28 hwy mpg and gave owners plenty of room for five people to ride along together. This car wasn’t too expensive, making it an accessible vehicle for many luxury drivers to enjoy when they want to head out for an incredible drive.

1998 C-Class C280 Sedan

For this model year, several body styles were offered to give owners lots of options when they wanted a new luxury car to drive. The 2.8-liter V6 engine and five-speed transmission returned 21/27 mpg. This impressive luxury car gave us a look at what this brand is willing to do to make a valuable car for various parts of the automotive market. The 1998 model brought body restyling to give us new design elements. As far as pricing, this is another model that hit the right mark for owners of luxury vehicles to enjoy.

1998 C-Class C230 Sedan

The C230 version of this car brings a sporty look to the mix to give the driver an excellent build and better features. It also provides a few extra items for the outside and inside to ensure drivers enjoy a quality ride out on the road. The price for this model was higher than others, with a range that could reach over $50,000, which was a lot at the time. Mileage could get 23 city/30 hwy mpg coming from an inline four-cylinder engine.

2011 C-Class

This version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is at the top of the list. This is one of the first models with the 3.0-liter V6 engine and 6.2-liter V8 engines as options for the drive. Horsepower ranged from 228 to 481, giving drivers tons of power to handle the industry. This C-Class looks impressive and sporty, making it one of the most dynamic and fun cars to drive. Fuel mileage still reached 18/26 mpg in this car, giving the driver an excellent way to handle their time on the road.