2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

  • $38,950 MSRP From
  • 27.5 mpg AVG, Comb.
  • 6.2 sec. 0-60 MPH
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  • Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a five-seat small-size vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are six trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine that produces 241 horsepower, which is enough for the 3,417 to 3,594 lbs. sedan to reach 60 mph from zero in 6.2 seconds. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $2,500 to $2,600, which over the course of five years will cost you $2,500 in extra fuel spending. NHTSA has given the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a 5-stars overall crash rating.

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport
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Offers

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Lease Offer Trend (Manufacturer Survey) $360$370$380$390$400 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC® Sport Sedan 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport Sedan Feb 28 2017Mar 31 2017May 01 2017 Source: Data collected and compiled by Vehie.com

There are no current lease offers, but according to our records 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport Sedan has been offered for $369 before.

Exterior

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 79.5 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 71.3 in
  • Length: 184.5 in
  • Height: 56.8 in
  • Wheelbase: 111.8 in

2016 C-Class has a relatively long wheelbase ( 111.8 in) on a narrower body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3417 - 3594 lbs.

Interior

2016 C-Class - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 41.7 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.1 inShoulder Room: 55.2 in
2016 C-Class - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.2 inHip Room: -Head Room: 37.1 inShoulder Room: 55 in
2016 C-Class - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

12.6 ft3

2016 C-Class seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, C-Class ia a class-leader on only one measurement - shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and head. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 12.6 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2016 C-Class C 300

2016 C-Class C 300 Luxury

2016 C-Class C 300 4MATIC

2016 C-Class C 300 Sport

2016 C-Class C 300 Luxury 4MATIC

2016 C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC

Starging MSRP$38,950$39,275$40,950$41,125$41,275$43,125
Engine2.0L Inline-4 Turbo2.0L Inline-4 Turbo2.0L Inline-4 Turbo2.0L Inline-4 Turbo2.0L Inline-4 Turbo2.0L Inline-4 Turbo
HP241 hp241 hp241 hp241 hp241 hp241 hp
DrivetrainRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveAll Wheel Drive
0-60 mph6.2 sec6.2 sec6.2 sec6.2 sec6.2 sec6.2 sec
City25 MPG25 MPG24 MPG25 MPG24 MPG24 MPG
Highway34 MPG34 MPG31 MPG34 MPG31 MPG31 MPG
Combined28 MPG28 MPG27 MPG28 MPG27 MPG27 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost$2,500$2,500$2,600$2,500$2,600$2,600

2016 C-Class Sedan comes in six trim levels, with an average price that is $154 less compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average more powerful engine, C-Class

Safety

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Front Crash Test
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Front Crash Rating
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Side Crash Test
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Side Crash Rating
2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Side Pole Crash Test
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Side Pole Crash Rating
  • Complaints: 206
  • Recalls: 13

2016 C-Class Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, like all of its peers. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed two hundred and six complaints, which is more than the average for its rivals. There are also thirteen recalls issued by Mercedes-Benz, which by itself is a relatively high number.

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Last updated on Dec 15, 2019 - 15:31:10 ET
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