Changes are light this year. Mercedes' "4Matic" all-wheel-drive system is now available for sedan and wagon models (the C32 sport sedan being the lone exception) and the C230 Sport Coupe's supercharged engine has been revised for greater efficiency and lower emissions. A six-speed manual gearbox is available for the C320 models, and a supercharged C230 Sport Sedan is now available as well.

Consumer reviews

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Overall Consumer Rating

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C230 Bag for not much Buck

kompressorking,09/20/2011

Recently bought my C230 Kompressor w/ manual 6 speed tranny. So far so good. It's just over 100,000 miles, 1 owner and care for... it shows. Also purchased and very extensive 5yr/100k extended warranty too. I've owned 72 cars (all different makes/models) and have been a BMW fan for ever. This is my 3rd Benz and its a pleasure to drive. 30+ mpg on the freeway @ 85+mph, shifts smooth and

worth to keep

laautoowner,07/03/2011

I purchased this car when it was new back in October 2002. I was a sport package with leather n panorama roof and Bose system. Such a fun car to drive. Over the years I'd put on 130k mileage on it so far. This was my third car I purchased new. my kind of driving style both my civic and accord never made it to 120k... This 230k had been some cam repair done within the first 50k warranty.

Geat Car For The Money

Mouse,07/25/2010

Been a very good car (close to 100K miles now). The only failures have been the hood struts, pano roof, and the multi function display. Both hood struts and MFD are easily fixed by anyone with the slightest mechanical skill. Pano roof is basically unfixable because of the significant cost (and lack of utility anyway). Handles very well had has adequate power. A bit slow off of the line

Mercedes C230 Coupe

ageesey,04/23/2005

This is a great car, even though that it is the cheapest Mercedes sold. It's a fun car to drive and still has all of the safety features expected from a Mercedes. The leather makes a huge difference over the cloth and gives the car that luxury feel. Panorama sunroof makes the ride enjoyable for rear seat passengers and there is enough room in the back for full sized adults. Overall, an

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Features & Specs

MPG

19 city / 28 hwy

Seats 4

6-speed manual

Gas

189 hp @ 5800 rpm

MPG

15 city / 23 hwy

Seats 4

6-speed manual

Gas

215 hp @ 5700 rpm

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Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Side Impact Test
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested
IIHS Small Overlap Front Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test
Good

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Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Overview

The Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is offered in the following submodels: C-Class Sedan, C-Class C32 AMG, C-Class Hatchback, C-Class Wagon. Available styles include C240 Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.6L 6cyl 6M), C320 Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6M), C230 Rwd 2dr Sports Coupe (1.8L 4cyl S/C 6M), C230 Rwd 4dr Sport Sedan (1.8L 4cyl S/C 6M), C240 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (2.6L 6cyl 5A), C320 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5A), C240 Rwd 4dr Sport Wagon (2.6L 6cyl 6M), C320 Rwd 2dr Sports Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M), C320 Rwd 4dr Sport Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6M), C32 AMG Rwd 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl S/C 5A), C240 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (2.6L 6cyl 5A), C320 Rwd 4dr Sport Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 6M), C320 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sport Wagon (3.2L 6cyl 5A), and C320 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sport Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 6M).

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Price comparisons for Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class trim styles:

The Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C240 is priced between $4,495 and$4,495 with odometer readings between 102991 and102991 miles.
The Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C240 4MATIC is priced between $7,447 and$7,447 with odometer readings between 40840 and40840 miles.
The Used 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C320 is priced between $5,994 and$5,994 with odometer readings between 68724 and68724 miles.

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