2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review
Price Estimate: $252 - $407





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Mercedes-Benz C-Class model years
Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- State-of-the-art safety and luxury features, three body styles to choose from, pleasing power from V6 engine.
Cons
- Can get pricey for its segment, ordinary interior presentation, tight squeeze for the sedan's backseat occupants.
What’s new
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.
Edmunds says
Though hardly inexpensive, the C-Class is appealing due to its variety of configurations and prestigious name.
For sale near Boydton, VA
35 listings
- 101,744 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, corporate fleet vehicle
- 17 City / 23 Hwy MPG
- JW Motorsports (44 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Youngsville, NC
2003 Mercedes-Benz C class C240 4matic 2.6 L V6 all-wheel-drive luxury and performance sedan. We were fortunate to purchase this vehicle from a new ca...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
19 Combined MPG (17 City/23 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WDBRF81J03F392893
Stock: 392893
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-30-2025- 186,395 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 18 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- Star Motor (101 mi away)
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
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Located in Roanoke, VA
2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Sport - $3,500.00OFFICE # 5**-6**-0***STAR Motor, LLC5124 Melrose Ave NWRoanoke, VA, 24017Mileage: 186,395Body Style: SedanExt...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (18 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WDBRF40J43A479915
Stock: A479915
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-30-2025
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C230 Bag for not much Buck
4.5 out of 5 starskompressorking, 09/20/2011
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Rwd 2dr Sports Coupe (1.8L 4cyl S/C 6M)
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 … has decent power to climb freeway hills with ease, even in 6th gear. Traded in my Jaguar S-type for this and I have no regrets. I will say the Jaguar was a better looking car, but that's it. I'll update more as I add more miles...
Geat Car For The Money
4.38 out of 5 starsMouse, 07/25/2010
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C320 Rwd 2dr Sports Coupe (3.2L 6cyl 6M)
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 … though. Very practical as it is a hatchback and storage is generous. Rear seats fold down which gives even more cargo room. Simple to maintain yourself (both A & B service). Get one used with the leather interior and the Bose sound system (sound is excellent). Avoid the pano roof if possible. I give it an A-
Love every thing about it
5 out of 5 starse626, 12/11/2010
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C240 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (2.6L 6cyl 5A)
I originally wanted the m. B. E350 but my husband said that we would be spending a lot more money on gas. So he got me the c240 and I have to say that I love this car we bought it used with 98,000 miles on it. It has been very reliable drives great, and I look forward to taking long trips in it. I previously owned a 2002 BMW 330i and I thought that that was the best car ever, but I have … to say I like this one just as much. It has that luxury and sports car look to it, the interior is excellent and very comfortable. I am definitely going to buy another m. B.
An excellent car that holds up well...
4.88 out of 5 starsguile, 06/26/2010
2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C240 Rwd 4dr Sedan (2.6L 6cyl 6M)
My car has been with me since brand new, now going on 142,000 miles and counting. Issues have been catalytic converter (under warranty), front headlights, steering linkage break, serpentine belt replacement (at 130,000 miles), leather interior cracking, faux leather on shift knob coming off, CD changer jamming, blower fuse melting and compressor breaking, and small ghosting on console … display. Performance is decent for a car with 168hp. Gas mileage could be better but I drive like a maniac with quick acceleration so no fault of the car. I'm pretty satisfied with the car and feel fortunate I don't have the issues so many others have. This car was manufactured in Brazil.
2003 C-Class Highlights
Wagon
C240
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $31,400 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $260/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 25.2 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the C-Class include:
- Alarm
- Stability Control
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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