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Mercedes C300 Review, For Sale, Colours, Specs & Models in Australia
Mercedes-Benz C 300 Reviews
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2022 review
By B.yron Mathioudakis -
3 Mar 2022
Mercedes-Benz C300 2022 review: snapshot
By B.yron Mathioudakis -
3 Mar 2022
Mercedes-Benz C 300e 2020 review
By R.ichard Berry -
9 Jun 2020
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2019 review
By R.ichard Berry -
28 Sep 2018
Mercedes-Benz C300 2019 review: snapshot
By R.ichard Berry -
28 Sep 2018
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2018 review
By A.ndrew Chesterton -
20 Jun 2018
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 coupe 2016 review
By J.oshua Dowling -
17 Jun 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet 2016 review
By P.aul Gover -
10 Jun 2016
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class review: 2007-2013
By G.raham Smith -
3 Jun 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe 2016 review
By M.alcolm Flynn -
6 May 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe 2016 review
By C.raig Duff -
6 May 2016
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 2015 review
By E.wan Kennedy -
14 Jan 2015
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $79,200 and going to $237,469 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Coupe | 2.0L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $79,200 | $216,869 | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 1.5L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $86,900 | $95,900 | |
| 2024 | Convertible | 2.0L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $103,070 | $237,469 | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1.5L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $73,810 | $119,130 | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $74,030 | $141,680 | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $96,470 | $165,110 | |
| 2023 | Wagon | 3.0L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $106,040 | $179,190 | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $60,830 | $113,850 | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $63,030 | $181,390 | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $71,500 | $204,160 | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $93,720 | $228,360 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $55,660 | $167,750 | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $57,750 | $177,650 | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $60,720 | $190,080 | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $79,420 | $212,740 | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $51,150 | $169,840 | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $53,130 | $172,590 | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $56,980 | $173,250 | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 2.0L, ULP, 9 SP AUTO | $75,240 | $193,490 | |
Mercedes-Benz C 300 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-Benz C 300 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Mercedes-Benz C300: What are common problems or faults?
There is nothing that should cause them any concern, the C-Class ’Benz is a well-engineered and well-built car. While they are generally reliable they can, like any car, breakdown and need repairs. Servicing can be expensive, you pay for the name. Otherwise, any common faults are likely to show up on our problems page.Â
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Options for retirement car?
If you're retiring and you have the cash, you should reward yourself. I would recommend the excellent Mercedes-Benz C-Class, but not a diesel unless you do more than 30,000km a year.
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Run flat tyres on new Mercedes-Benz
Fitting run-flats is a commercial decision by the company, no doubt it saves money. Not having a spare is not a massive issue for most Australians who rarely stray too far from civilization, but obviously can be for someone who does venture into remote parts. Those people would probably be wise to carry a spare.
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Mercedes-Benz C 300 Colours
- Diamond White Bright
- Hyacinth Red
- Brilliant Blue
- Cavansite Blue
- Graphite Grey
- Iridium Silver
- Mojave Silver
- Obsidian Black
- Selenite Grey
- Black
- Polar White
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Mercedes-Benz C 300 2019.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Dimensions
The dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz C 300 Sedan, Coupe, Convertible and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 1437x1820x4751 mm | 150 mm | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 1396x1810x4691 mm | 117 mm | |
| 2024 | Convertible | 1406x1810x4691 mm | 118 mm | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1437x1820x4751 mm | 150 mm | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 1396x1810x4691 mm | 117 mm | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 1406x1810x4691 mm | 118 mm | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 1442x1810x4691 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 1452x1810x4707 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 1396x1810x4691 mm | 117 mm | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 1406x1810x4691 mm | 118 mm | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 1452x1810x4707 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 1442x1810x4691 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 1396x1810x4691 mm | 117 mm | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 1406x1810x4691 mm | 118 mm | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 1452x1810x4707 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 1442x1810x4691 mm | 135 mm | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 1396x1810x4691 mm | 117 mm | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 1406x1810x4691 mm | 118 mm | |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by —, ULP, Hyb/PULP and Hyb/ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.6L/100km for Convertible /— for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 2.0L | Hyb/PULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | — | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 2.1L/100km | 2.0L | Hyb/ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 2.0L | Hyb/PULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 7.2L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.1L/100km | 2.0L | Hyb/ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 7.3L/100km | 2.0L | Hyb/PULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 7.2L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Sedan | — | 2.0L | Hyb/ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 7L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 7.2L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 9 SP AUTO | |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wheel Size
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x40 R19 for Sedan in 2024.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 225x40 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2024 | Convertible | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 225x40 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 225x45 R19 | — | 255x35 R19 | — | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 225x45 R19 | 19x7.5 inches | 255x35 R19 | 19x8.5 inches | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 225x45 R19 | 19x7.5 inches | 255x35 R19 | 19x8.5 inches | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 225x45 R19 | 19x7.5 inches | 255x35 R19 | 19x8.5 inches | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 225x45 R19 | 19x7.5 inches | 255x35 R19 | 19x8.5 inches | |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Towing Capacity
The Mercedes-Benz C 300 has maximum towing capacity of 1800kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Convertible | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2024 | Coupe | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2024 | Sedan | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2023 | Convertible | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2023 | Coupe | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 0kg | 1800kg | |
| 2022 | Convertible | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2022 | Coupe | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2022 | Wagon | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 0kg | 1800kg | |
| 2021 | Convertible | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2021 | Coupe | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2021 | Wagon | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 0kg | 1800kg | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
| 2020 | Wagon | 1800kg | 1800kg | |
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