2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

At a Glance

Pricing $40,250 - $73,700
Drive Types RWD, AWD
Engines 2.0l I4 HEV, 2.0l I4 T, 3.0l V6 T, 4.0l V8 T
Transmissions A7, A9, SM7
Fuel Economy 18-24 (city), 24-33 (highway)

Mercedes-Benz long-running compact series, the C-Class was redesigned for the 2015 model year. A variety of powertrains are offered including 4-cylinder, 6-cylinder and 8-cylinder engines. The model range also includes the C350e Plug-in hybrid. The C-Class lineup in the US also includes a coupe and convertible.

What Changed:

A 9-speed automatic replaces the 7-speed in C300 models. A sunroof is now standard.

Model/Trim/Package Engine MPG VjI MSRP
C-Class sedan C 300 2.0l I4 T (241-bhp) A9 RWD 24 / 33 / 28 72 $40,250
C-Class sedan C 300 4MATIC 2.0l I4 T (241-bhp) A9 AWD 23 / 32 / 27 74 $42,250
C-Class sedan C 350e Plug-in 2.0l I4 HEV (275-bhp) A7 RWD 69 $47,900
C-Class sedan AMG C 43 3.0l V6 T (362-bhp) A9 AWD 20 / 27 / 23 78 $53,400
C-Class sedan AMG C 63 4.0l V8 T (469-bhp) SM7 RWD 18 / 24 / 21 81 $66,100
C-Class sedan AMG C 63 S 4.0l V8 T (503-bhp) SM7 RWD 18 / 24 / 21 81 $73,700