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Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Iridium Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
90,619
Stock #:
7443
VIN:
55SWF4JB8FU084786
Iridium Silver Metallic 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300

90,619 mi

Oxford, NC
93 mi away
Fair Deal

$13,387

Year:
2026
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Twilight Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Macchiato Beige)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
6,819
Stock #:
ZT22917
VIN:
W1KAF4GBXTR317520
Twilight Blue Metallic 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 RWD

6,819 mi

Durham, NC
66 mi away
Fair Deal
Manufacturer certified

$47,886

Year:
2021
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
White
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
106,600
Stock #:
610559
VIN:
W1KWF8DB8MR610559
Blue 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

106,600 mi

High Point, NC
96 mi away
Fair Deal

$18,799

Year:
2023
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
402 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
22 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
AMG Sienna Brown/Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
30,398
Stock #:
GAC12413
VIN:
W1KAF8HB0PR149964
White 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$2,338

 

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

AMG C 43 4MATIC

30,398 mi

Garner, NC
55 mi away
Fair Deal

$46,640

$45,201

Year:
2024
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
15,743
Stock #:
U8519-1
VIN:
W1KAF4GB5RR220668

 

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 RWD

15,743 mi

Florence, SC
76 mi away
Good Deal

$34,998

Year:
2020
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
76,958
Stock #:
329769
VIN:
55SWF8DB9LU329769
Silver 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$500

 

2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

76,958 mi

Fayetteville, NC
9 mi away
Great Deal

$17,494

$16,994

Year:
2013
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
248 hp 3.5L V6
Exterior color:
Black
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
7-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
115,380
Stock #:
105910
VIN:
WDDGF8AB5DG105910
Black 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 7-Speed Automatic
New arrival

 

2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sport Sedan 4MATIC

115,380 mi

Youngsville, NC
77 mi away
Good Deal

$7,494

Year:
2019
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
26 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
81,720
Stock #:
17P9825A
VIN:
WDDWJ8EB9KF851915
Black 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Coupe 4MATIC

81,720 mi

Wilmington, NC
76 mi away
Fair Deal

$20,798

Year:
2021
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Iridium Silver
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
24,149
Stock #:
P2118
VIN:
W1KWF8EB7MR643941
Iridium Silver 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic

 

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan 4MATIC

24,149 mi

Myrtle Beach, SC
86 mi away
Good Deal

$26,942

Recommended model year:

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

4.6

Shop 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class »
  • With 2,451 currently listed for sale and an average price of $36,619, 36.6% of 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

  • Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 5 / 5 stars.

  • 88.6% of 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings on CarGurus are accident free.

Research summarized using AI

Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Beige)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
59,591
Stock #:
013342
VIN:
55SWF4KB4FU013342
White 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

59,591 mi

Fayetteville, NC
10 mi away
Fair Deal

$16,749

Year:
2016
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
93,966
Stock #:
CGU115946
VIN:
55SWF4KB7GU115946
White 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

93,966 mi

Cary, NC
56 mi away
Good Deal

$12,686

Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
134,667
Stock #:
29SL5262A
VIN:
55SWF4KB7FU004831
White 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

134,667 mi

Durham, NC
70 mi away
Fair Deal

$10,298

Year:
2020
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
AMG Cranberry Red
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
66,487
Stock #:
X13779A
VIN:
W1KWF8DB7LR593252
Black 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

66,487 mi

Wilmington, NC
77 mi away
Fair Deal

$22,399

Year:
2019
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Blue / Black
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Magma Gray
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
94,196
Stock #:
318841
VIN:
55SWF8EB6KU318841
Blue / Black 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic

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2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

94,196 mi

Wilson, NC
79 mi away
Great Deal

$14,197

Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Iridium Silver Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
90,619
Stock #:
7443
VIN:
55SWF4JB8FU084786
Iridium Silver Metallic 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300

90,619 mi

Oxford, NC
93 mi away
Fair Deal

$13,387

Year:
2026
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Twilight Blue Metallic
Combined gas mileage:
30 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Macchiato Beige)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
6,819
Stock #:
ZT22917
VIN:
W1KAF4GBXTR317520
Twilight Blue Metallic 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 RWD

6,819 mi

Durham, NC
66 mi away
Fair Deal
Manufacturer certified

$47,886

Year:
2021
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
White
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
106,600
Stock #:
610559
VIN:
W1KWF8DB8MR610559
Blue 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

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2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

106,600 mi

High Point, NC
96 mi away
Fair Deal

$18,799

Year:
2023
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
402 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
22 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
AMG Sienna Brown/Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
30,398
Stock #:
GAC12413
VIN:
W1KAF8HB0PR149964
White 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$2,338

 

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

AMG C 43 4MATIC

30,398 mi

Garner, NC
55 mi away
Fair Deal

$46,640

$45,201

Year:
2024
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Gray
Combined gas mileage:
31 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
15,743
Stock #:
U8519-1
VIN:
W1KAF4GB5RR220668

 

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 RWD

15,743 mi

Florence, SC
76 mi away
Good Deal

$34,998

Year:
2020
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Silver
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
76,958
Stock #:
329769
VIN:
55SWF8DB9LU329769
Silver 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$500

 

2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

76,958 mi

Fayetteville, NC
9 mi away
Great Deal

$17,494

$16,994

Year:
2013
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
248 hp 3.5L V6
Exterior color:
Black
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
7-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
115,380
Stock #:
105910
VIN:
WDDGF8AB5DG105910
Black 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 7-Speed Automatic
New arrival

 

2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sport Sedan 4MATIC

115,380 mi

Youngsville, NC
77 mi away
Good Deal

$7,494

Year:
2019
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
26 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
81,720
Stock #:
17P9825A
VIN:
WDDWJ8EB9KF851915
Black 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Coupe 4MATIC

81,720 mi

Wilmington, NC
76 mi away
Fair Deal

$20,798

Year:
2021
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Iridium Silver
Combined gas mileage:
28 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
24,149
Stock #:
P2118
VIN:
W1KWF8EB7MR643941
Iridium Silver 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic

 

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan 4MATIC

24,149 mi

Myrtle Beach, SC
86 mi away
Good Deal

$26,942

Recommended model year:

2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

4.6

Shop 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class »
  • With 2,451 currently listed for sale and an average price of $36,619, 36.6% of 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

  • Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 5 / 5 stars.

  • 88.6% of 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings on CarGurus are accident free.

Research summarized using AI

Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Beige)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
59,591
Stock #:
013342
VIN:
55SWF4KB4FU013342
White 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

59,591 mi

Fayetteville, NC
10 mi away
Fair Deal

$16,749

Year:
2016
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
93,966
Stock #:
CGU115946
VIN:
55SWF4KB7GU115946
White 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

93,966 mi

Cary, NC
56 mi away
Good Deal

$12,686

Year:
2015
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
241 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
White
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
134,667
Stock #:
29SL5262A
VIN:
55SWF4KB7FU004831
White 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

134,667 mi

Durham, NC
70 mi away
Fair Deal

$10,298

Year:
2020
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Black
Combined gas mileage:
29 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
AMG Cranberry Red
Transmission:
Automatic
Mileage:
66,487
Stock #:
X13779A
VIN:
W1KWF8DB7LR593252
Black 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
New arrival

 

2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 Sedan RWD

66,487 mi

Wilmington, NC
77 mi away
Fair Deal

$22,399

Year:
2019
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
C-Class
Body type:
Sedan
Doors:
4 doors
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive
Engine:
255 hp 2L I4
Exterior color:
Blue / Black
Combined gas mileage:
27 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Magma Gray
Transmission:
9-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
94,196
Stock #:
318841
VIN:
55SWF8EB6KU318841
Blue / Black 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan All-Wheel Drive 9-Speed Automatic

Sponsored Listing

2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

C 300 4MATIC

94,196 mi

Wilson, NC
79 mi away
Great Deal

$14,197

How much does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Round Range
2025$39,050$39,050 – $46,353
2024$36,606$36,606 – $41,743
2023$34,056$34,056 – $37,430
2022$29,617$29,617 – $33,199
2021$25,368$25,368 – $28,418
2020$25,874$25,110 – $27,080
2019$20,439$20,439 – $22,073
2018$18,314$18,314 – $20,074
2017$17,142$17,142 – $18,671
2016$13,563$13,563 – $14,833
2015$12,000$12,000 – $13,299
2014$9,192$9,141 – $9,887

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class's current nationwide average price is $25,728, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $25,157 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a strong choice if you want a compact luxury sedan with a premium feel and broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the C-Class for its luxurious feel, stylish design, strong build quality, and impressive performance. Across the model years, the cabin quality and feature content also stand out as recurring strengths.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are a firm ride in some years, high maintenance costs, and rear-seat and trunk space that can feel tight. Those are the kinds of compromises you make for the C-Class’s upscale presentation and sporty character.

34.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz C-Class models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the C-Class’s luxurious feel, strong build quality, and polished driving character. Across the model years, it also earns praise for its premium interior and broad feature content.

  • Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz C-Class between 4.3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most worth watching on older examples, where maintenance history and prior repairs matter more.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class?

Across all model years, at 71.2% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Model YearAccident-Free %
202696.4%
202593.5%
202488.2%
202386.1%
202282%
202174.4%
202066.9%
201960.8%
201856.7%
201754.3%
201652.6%
201550.9%
201449.8%

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

  • Safety package: The standard assortment of MB.Drive systems includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, reverse automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control.
  • Infotainment: The C-Class cabin retains its 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, and the central touchscreen retains its 11.9-inch portrait-oriented dimensions with Home and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • Fuel efficiency: It still has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system featuring an electric motor that contributes a dollop of power when accelerating, smooths out the auto stop/start system, and increases fuel efficiency. Ditto the fuel economy, with an EPA-estimated 29 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and 27 mpg combined with all-wheel drive (AWD).

Which Mercedes-Benz C-Class trim should I buy?

The 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers these trims:

  • C 300: The lone C-Class offering for now, with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, 48-volt mild-hybrid system, and a new electric supercharger that sharpens response; it suits buyers who want the core C-Class experience with the latest updates.
  • C 63: Mentioned as the AMG model that will eventually return with a V8, making it the performance-focused choice for shoppers who want the most powerful version when it arrives.

What Mercedes-Benz C-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2025.

Model YearTotal ListingsGood + Great Deals %
20242,42137.8%
20232,35237.8%
20252,28536%
20181,99134.4%
20171,88135.1%
20221,84437.9%

These higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they combine broad availability with newer features and strong value. They also give you more listings to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price and equipment mix.

What is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's resale value?

Model YearCurrent Avg. PriceYear-Over-Year Change
2025$39,050−15.76%
2024$36,606−12.26%
2022$29,617−10.77%
2021$25,368−10.72%
2015$12,000−9.73%
2023$34,056−9.0%
2018$18,314−8.69%
2017$17,142−8.17%
2016$13,563−7.92%
2019$20,439−7.39%
2014$9,192−6.84%
2020$25,874−4.45%

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years show smaller declines. That pattern suggests you can find meaningful value across much of the lineup.

The 2020, 2014, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class safe?

  • 2027: 9/10
  • 2022: 7/10
  • 2017: 10/10

The standard assortment of MB.Drive systems includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, reverse automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control.

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

  • Price trend: The 2025 model is at −15.76% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −12.26%.
  • Deal availability: The 2025 model has 36% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.8%.
  • Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $36,606. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers a premium cabin, stylish design, and a strong blend of luxury and performance.

Consider waiting if:

  • Powertrain/efficiency: It still has a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system featuring an electric motor that contributes a dollop of power when accelerating, smooths out the auto stop/start system, and increases fuel efficiency, with an EPA-estimated 29 mpg combined with rear-wheel drive (RWD) and 27 mpg combined with all-wheel drive (AWD).
  • Tech: The C-Class cabin retains its 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, and the central touchscreen retains its 11.9-inch portrait-oriented dimensions with Home and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
  • Safety: The standard assortment of MB.Drive systems includes forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, reverse automatic braking, and adaptive cruise control.
  • Starting price: For context, last year’s C 300 started at $51,000 with RWD, with 4Matic AWD tacking on an extra $2,000.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class compare to the 2024 BMW 3 Series?

Spec2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class2024 BMW 3 Series
Starting MSRP$46,950$44,500
Engine2.0L 255 hp I42.0L 255 hp I4
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm255 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG/MPGe (city)2625
MPG/MPGe (highway)3634
Average used price$36,606$36,601
Listings available2,4212,062
Good & great deal share37.8%35.7%
Accident-free share88.2%88.1%

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.

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