2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reliability

Type: Sedan
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People Paid:
$13,997-$39,686

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

80/100

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

Great

84/100

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 2018

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

Compact Premium Car

Rating

#1 BMW 4 Series
85
#2 Audi A4
84
#2 Lincoln MKZ
84
#2 Lexus ES
84
#3 BMW 3 Series
83

Compact Premium Car

Rating

#3 INFINITI Q60
83
#4 Audi A5
82
#4 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
82
#5 INFINITI Q50
81
#6 Acura TLX
80

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2018 C-Class for Sale near Columbus, OH

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$11,453

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class after 90-days of ownership.

Interior storage spaces
Sound of the engine/exhaust
Comfort of the 2nd row seats

Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class during the first 90-days of ownership.

The vehicle's navigation system
Smoothness of vehicle's ride
Feel of the seat material

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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 Unleaded I-4, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded 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

80/100

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

Great

84/100

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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