2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability

Type: Sedan
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People Paid:
$12,426-$35,174

MPG: 17-24

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Average

77/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

82/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Best Compact Premium Car of 2017

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Compact Premium Car

Rating

#1 Lexus ES
88
#2 BMW 4 Series
87
#3 Lincoln MKZ
85
#4 Audi A4
84
#4 Lexus IS
84

Compact Premium Car

Rating

#5 INFINITI Q60
83
#5 Audi A5
83
#6 BMW 3 Series
82
#7 Volvo S60
81
#8 INFINITI Q50
80

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class after 90-days of ownership.

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Coordination of interior colors and textures
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Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class during the first 90-days of ownership.

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The vehicle's heating and air conditioning
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Performance Specs

Combined MPG

17 - 24

Combined MPGe

Horsepower

241 - 503

Transmission

7 speed, Automatic w/OD, 9 speed, Automatic w/OD

Engine

Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4, Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4, Twin Turbo Premium Gasoline V-6, Twin Turbo Premium Gasoline V-8

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Average

77/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Average

80/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

82/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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