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Second Time a Charm ... New C300 Sport is Great.
Stan Holz, 08/30/2015
updated 08/31/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
47 of 49 people found this review helpful
This is my second 2015 C300. Why did I own two? Because the first one, an early 8/14 build, had so many issues that I worked out a deal with MB-USA and my dealer to trade it in and order a new car. I lost some money, but did wind up with a very fair deal and a much better car. I have owned my new C300 Sport since April, now have over 15, 000 miles on it, and it has been truly exceptional. What's good? Well, the front seating is very adjustable and easy to find a sweet spot in. Headroom and legroom are excellent, the huge display screen is always visible and free from glare, the controls ... once you get used to them ... are very usable. The Burmester sound system is much better than average, but can be a bit heavy on bass response. The touchpad is unique, and not always the easiest way to navigate the interface. Luckily, a more conventional control wheel is right under the pad and works well. The quality of the interior is truly impressive, with nice touches and decent storage, especially under the large console storage compartment. That console is large because there's no shift lever there. Mercedes opts to place the shifter on the steering column. This is strange but, after you get used to it, very simple to use. The glove box is large, but very awkward to access due to the design of its door. I need AWD where I live, and the 4Matic system works seamlessly. Fuel mileage with the turbo 4 easily tops 30 mpg on most roads. Even local driving nets me high 20's .. and the car's computer readout is actually accurate. The little 4 is quick as well, turning 0-60 times in the low 6 second range. Quite impressive. The trunk is reasonably large, but not best in class. There is no spare tire or jack in there, since the car uses run flat tires. The rear seats can be folded flat, and break into three sections. Visibility is fairly good all around. I have the blind spot assist, and it works very well on this car. It will beep if you put on your turn signal while a car is in its range, and always gives a visible alert when it detects a car to the side. The rear view camera is effective with the usual array of guidance lines. It does not however, provide any audible warning if you're too close to an object. As far as warnings, this car has no open door or open trunk warning light display. It will give a confusing alert about putting the car in Park when you start driving, but nothing else. I find this very odd. Another odd feature is the lack of an odometer readout on the digital speedometer screen. If you want to see the odometer, you have to scroll to another screen. I've never had a car that didn't display the odometer by default. Headlights are very good. I have the LED lights, but I've been told the adaptive lighting is even better. Windshield wipers are effective, and the washers use a three nozzle system which is much better than most other cars. Ride comfort is not one of this car's strong points. Whether you have the base or sport suspension package, the ride is stiff and can feel harsh over rough surfaces. It takes pavement breaks or potholes to unsettle the car, but there isn't much suspension compliance when the road gets coarse. The run flat tires are at least partially responsible for this, and I have been told that switching to standard tires makes a big difference. Handling is very good, with minimal body roll through tight turns. The steering is fairly quick and light, with some feedback through the wheel. Agility control can be used to alter the car's responses; by changing throttle mapping, transmission shift points, and steering feel. With the Airmatic suspension option, it will also alter the feel of the suspension ... but this doesn't work with the standard steel suspension. I have the Keyless Go key fob system. Touch the inside of any door handle and the car unlocks, touch the outside and the car locks. Touch the ignition button, and the car starts or turns off. With a Mercedes smartphone app, you can also lock or unlock remotely, and even send navigation points to the car from your phone or computer. (This requires MBrace, which cost extra after a 6 month trial period.) I had some problems with intermittent operation of Keyless Go, and on both cars I owned. Sometimes the fob just would not be recognized, leaving me standing beside the car unable to get in. After a minute or so, the system would reset itself and work normally again. Finally, after many complaints, Mercedes came up with a software upgrade which I had my dealer install in July. Since then, I have had no further issues with Keyless Go. With all these advanced electronics, Mercedes still will not link the key fob to the memory, so opening the car with the fob will not trigger the seat or radio memory functions. Overall, this is an attractive and excellent performing car. It has its quirks, but it is a heck of a car.
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Stunning But Big Problems
B. Dirnsa, 03/27/2016
updated 01/03/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
66 of 71 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2015 for a full year. This car is loaded, only a couple of options not purchased. I've really put this car through its long distance paces. Mountain driving, desert driving. Trips as long as 15 hours in a single day. The car is stunning inside and out. Seats are very comfortable. Never got a sore back, even on those super long trips. Handling is excellent, as is the fuel mileage. The haptic touch pad is a pain in the you know where. I just ignore it. Big problems with repairs, including a rear master seal leak on the transmission, a defective home link system (mirror assembly replaced), a plastic part breaking inside the front passenger door causing the door handle to come off, and several other problems. Fortunately all warranty. Consumer Reports rightly gives it a solid black circle, its lowest reliability rating. Has some crazy quirks with navigation software. For example, if I want turn by turn directions, the nav screen does not show the upcoming turn, but the second and third turns. That makes it confusing and useless. MB corporate knows about this and they agree that is how it functions. I've been waiting for a map update to fix this and other nav problems. Still waiting. July 2016 UPDATE: I have the base car, not the 4matic. OEM Pirelli run flats. Just over 18,000 miles on the car. Front tires have 70% tread left. The rear tires, for this rear wheel drive car, have have only about 8,000 miles left. I will have to replace the rear tires after about 25,000 miles. Cost out the door at Costco will be over $500 for the two tires. The tires are regularly rotated and properly inflated. The tires are wearing evenly. There is no misalignment issues. December 2016 UPDATE: The car is still a joy to drive. This year since my last update, I drove the car in one day over 500 miles from my home to high altitude in the Sierra Mountains and back. Superb gas mileage--34 mpg overall. Coming home (where I had the downhill, I got 37 mpg). Wonderfully comfortable seats. No back pain. The car remains stunning inside and out. Nothing in its class compares, especially the inside. The new Audi A-4 lags. Next year, BMW will release its redesigned 3 series. Time will tell. Downside: Ongoing mechanical problems, mostly small, but still . . . Yep, I had to replace two tires after 24,000. Almost $500 out the door, a little cheaper than I thought in my last update. In my original review I wrote about poor navigation software performance, which corporate confirmed. Although with my lease I got free navigation updates, there have been no updates in the two years I've had the car. The software problems persist. The climate controls are a bit anemic. There is a 10-20 second lag from the time I set the fan (heat or a/c) until the fan fully kicks in. The a/c in hot climates (I live in an area where this past summer there were several 100 degree days) is OK and kept me reasonably comfortable, but the a/c is not as powerful as Lexus or Infiniti (I've had both makes). I have one year left on the lease, then I will need to make a decision whether to turn in the keys or buy the car. The upside is the car's design and luxury, best in class by far, handling, comfort and gas mileage. The big downside is the mechanical problems. While the car is in warranty not a cost issue, but Benz repairs are very expensive once the car is out of warranty. This is huge. Then there are those awful run flat tires, which make for a less comfortable ride and very short tread life. Sadly, they are becoming common in luxury cars, although the new Audi A-4 has a compact spare. Right now, if I had to make a decision, I'd turn in the keys. If the car was as reliable as any of the several Lexus I've had, I'd get it and live with those awful run flats, but the continuing mechanical issues probably not. Fortunately, I have a year to make my final decision.
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Great performance BUT...
conte, 12/21/2014
updated 06/21/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
64 of 69 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle as a commuter car. I drive about 30,000 miles per year and wanted an AWD vehicle that was German engineered. You cant beat the performance! However, when the car was being delivered I quickly figured out that the technology is meant for use in your driveway rather than while you are on the road. The tablet feature is not integrated with the steering wheel controls, the favorites menu for the radio is one long list inclusive of FM, AM and Sat presets, the phone lists can only be pulled by incoming or outgoing, there is no voice control for phone w/out the multimedia pckg. Worst of all, no icon showing if a door is open!!!! UPDATE: I drove this car for 2 years and over 52,000 miles. The handling of this vehicle is exceptional. I drove primarily on the Taconic State ParkwY which is a narrow, winding highway. I felt completely in control of this car. While owning this vehicle I had multiple recalls and a problem with the wheels "rubbing" when making tight turns. After 3 services it was resolved. At 48,000 miles I took the car in for a major service ($1200) as my warranty was expiring and the engine made strange noises at lights. Unfortunately while driving on a highway the car wouldn't accelerate. I pulled off, turned it off and on, took pictures of the error messages and took local roads to a dealership. I was out of town. The service level at MB dealerships is exceptional. They took the car in, gave me a loaner etc. They couldn't identify what caused the engine not to detect the acceleration pins(?) but did a hard reboot of the computer system with a note that if the problem recurred a case would need to be opened with MB. I need a safe reliable vehicle and traded it in the next week. I'm trying Infiniti. Having to trade it in 2 years after purchasing due to the lack of reliability and what I perceived to be an unsafe car made the cost of owning this vehicle astronomical. I do not recommend this vehicle.
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j0lengy, 03/05/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
Stunning interior, good stereo, stylish exterior and average performance. The bad.....Brakes with the AMG sport package will make a loud, disturbing noise when both weather and brakes are cold. Dealer says it is a known problem, MB USA confirms but does not have a fix. Opened a case with MB USA and they won't answer. Many complaints about this on forums. The noise is so loud that neighbors inside their homes have looked outside when I leave for work. Very embarrassing. Stay away from the black MB tex interior, it will sweat out a white waxy residue wheny it warms up in cold weather. If MB would stand behind their product, I would recommend but they don't. Buy a BMW.
Contacted Mercedes USA for Help - They Dont Care
ANTHONY, 04/05/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
82 of 90 people found this review helpful
2015 C300 4MATIC leased end of Jan 2015. As of April 2015 my car has been in for service 6 times. Im having several electrical issues most of them are recorded on video. I have contacted Mercedes Benz asking for help in either getting me another C Class or a different model Mercedes. As per Mercedes Benz they will NOT change my vehicle at all. I ma to remain with this messed up car for three more years. Mercedes USA agrees that the vehicle has been in for service many times but have not found anything wrong with my car even after I am showing them videos of whats going on. DISGUSTING SERVICE!! THEY WILL TREAT YOU LIKE A KING UNTIL YOU HAVE ISSUES. I WILL BE TAKING THIS COMPLAINT FURTHER
Amazingly fast but amazingly expensive to maintain
MarkMelbourneFl, 05/19/2016
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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
30 of 32 people found this review helpful
In short: - purchased fall 2014 as 2015 model - C400 with some upgrades (Burmeister, LED, but no advanced assistance) - one recall (steering) - one issue with radio (reboots every 2-3 hours) - one door handle light died - one rear bumper replaced due to discoloration - two services - 10K miles and 20K miles. 10K miles a bit expensive but within limits ($270). 20K miles service outrageously expensive ($680) - front tires are pretty much gone after 20K miles, rear tires look like new. - mean dealer - implying I painted bumper myself and this is why it changed color. Worst experience of my life Overall - the car is surprisingly reliable, but my Mercedes dealer sucks. Will have to drive to Orlando for future service. 2018 update: - Mercedes is still as reliable and as much fun as it was at 20k miles. - minor warranty repairs - back pockets in front seats loose, supercapacitor that handles stop-and-go failed. - entertainment system touch pad works randomly, service unable to fix (or even to admit this issue exists) - squeaks and rattles from navigation screen - stop and go systems doesn't stop the engine anymore, will get this fixed at next service - still very satisifed with the car
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Great car...acceleration is amazing
mustapha, 07/14/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought 2015 used C300 4matic with leather interior. I've had it for more than a year and bought it used. It now has 21k . Let me tell you it's a great car. No issues so far. I really enjoy driving it. The suspension is sweet and feels your riding on air in the comfort setting. It has this sport/sport+ shifting mode and man the pickup is fantastic even in the comfort mode. The economy mode is not recommended as it feels sluggish (I guess it turns the turbo off and feels like a 2L engine). It's built solid and gorgeous looking in and out. You will need premium gas though. Fuel economy is good for a luxury car. It's in the low thirties, not bad. Stability on corners is excellent. The engine can turn off on stop lights that take too long but you can turn this feature off. Navigation , blue tooth are all great.
Great car, with one fatal flaw
Tim W, 09/17/2015
updated 07/11/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
42 of 46 people found this review helpful
I really like just about everything about the car. I have the 4-cylinder Sport model, and despite having a seemingly modest 241 HP, that figure may be a conservative estimate by MB, and with all 273 lb/ft of torque available from 1,500 RPM on up, this car accelerates very well. Shifting can be a little rough at times, although it has seemed to be improving somewhat over time. The driving mode selector lets you get even a bit more response if you want it, but the standard "comfort" setting is more than adequate for everyday driving. The interior is considered best-in-class, and possibly among the best period, for good reason. Being a larger driver, I'm always concerned about interior room when looking at cars considered to be in the compact class, but that's not really an issue with the C300. There's plenty of headroom for taller drivers if you forego the optional sunroof. The power driver's seat will adjust as far back as you want it to go, and I really like the flat-bottomed steering wheel that comes with the Sport package. The car looks really sharp inside and out. I have the 19" AMG wheels, upgraded lighting package, and rear spoiler. Combined with the aforementioned premium interior, it looks like a much more expensive car than it is. The one problem I have with the vehicle - and it's a serious one - is that most examples of this car, including mine, have a terrible wind noise issue that is bad to start, and only gets worse over time. The sound with the window completely shut is basically the same as having your window cracked open half-an-inch in other cars, and at this point in mine is about equally loud. It has gotten to the point where it is so loud that it will overcome the sound system at moderate volumes on the freeway, forcing me to set the volume louder than I would otherwise be comfortable with. If MB acknowledged the problem and at least claimed they were working on a fix, it would make me feel better about it and possibly just consider it a maintenance item, but at least to this point, they have not, instead claiming it is just a characteristic of the vehicle. For that reason, I wouldn't recommend buying this car unless/until MB provides a fix. It's shame, because it's a great car otherwise. I haven't had it long enough yet to comment on reliability, maintenance, or resale value. Update - 07/16 - I brought my vehicle in for its first regularly scheduled maintenance and mentioned the wind noise issue. Without any further trouble or negotiation, my dealer acknowledged the issue and upgraded my front windows to the dual-pane version that does not exhibit the wind noise issue. It took a week in the shop, but the issue is fixed. So I'm a happy camper in that regard. If you have a C300 with the wind noise issue, definitely push it with your dealer. By this point, they've probably seen enough cases of it to accept your claim without much issue, but if they do push back, there are plenty of other examples you can use to support your case. My observed MPG is based on using "Sport" mode almost all of the time, and driving with a lead foot. The car is very quick, and it's hard to resist accelerating when the opportunity presents itself. So I can see how you could easily average over 30, but I'm happy with upper-20s while driving relatively aggressively.
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Beautiful, but a bad "investment"
MRR, 05/09/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
Beautiful car with a great interior design with superior materials. Performance on the road is first rate. Like all Mercedes, the command and navigation systems remains second class. If you get a C-Class do not get the sport package or AMG package unless you like buying tires and having regular alignment appointments. Six tires in my first year, and now the car is in the shop having the engine replaced. Resale value is deplorable.
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soccerman1313, 03/19/2015
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2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Purchased Feb 2015. About 1700 miles. Great looks. Have almost every option. Lighting pkg a must. Drove both C300 and 400. Huge difference in power and driving fun with the 400. Really enjoying my Benz. However, a few negatives just for heads up for others. Right rear door handle broke. Bit of lag in tranny between 0-1500 rpms. No lights on air controls on dash. Can't control radio while Nav is on screen. Prefer auto mirrors go down when backing up. Lacks this option. Great hybrid car for power,comfort,sportyness, and performance. Didn't drive any of the competition because I wanted to try Benz. Look forward to great future with my pavement princess. UPDATE March 21 2017....I have about 30k miles now and still loving this car. Only issue I have had is a buzzing noise in my stereo speakers. But after numerous attempts the dealer finally figured out the issue. This is by far one if not the best car I have ever owned.
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Ditched my dated 2012 C250 coupe for this
Jason, 10/20/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is my 2nd Mercedes. My first was the C250 coupe, which I felt was underpowered. I also didn't like RWD, living in the Pacific NW where it rains a lot (well, it used to at least....) - I wanted something w/ AWD. When I saw the redesign of the C-Class, I was blown away and had to have it. Everything about the design is beautiful. Front, rear, side - doesn't matter the angle. Inside/outside - all like no other car (in this price range) in my opinion. I've owned mine for 5 months and about 3,600 miles so far. It was built in April 2015. I know there have been issues w/ earlier builds - some recalls, issues w/ the MB-Tex seats bleeding, fuel door misalignment, rear bumper/tail light misalignment, etc. I've had NONE of these issues. There's a lot of talk about excessive wind noise. Not a problem for me at all. I have the 19" AMG's with run flats, so on rougher surfaces, there is a lot of tire noise. I also have the sport package w/ the stiffer suspension - and it's noticeably rougher after having test driven one w/ the "comfort" suspension. If I could change one thing about it, I would mellow out the suspension, cause on some roads it's a little busy and you get tossed around in your seat. Guess that's what the extra bolstering is for..... I looked at the 328, A4 & A3 when I was shopping. Nothing could compare to the interior of the C-Class. The A3 was surprisingly cheap looking inside. The A4 was a classic design, but dated and tired & I was surprised by the poor resolution of the LCD screen. It's since been redesigned and is much improved (especially the instrumentation display!) - but still doesn't have the unique, elegant finesse of the C300. When people see the interior of my car for the first time, they have a strong reaction. It's not like anything they've seen before and they're surprised by it's beauty and high-end style. I love driving this car & make excuses to be in it as much as possible. I haven't had a single issue - mechanical or otherwise. I know they exist, but those seem to be the loudest voices, as is usually the case. If I had to buy it over again, I would in a heartbeat. I love this car.
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Wish I bought my 2013 C Class
JM, 06/24/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I leased a 2015 C Class when the lease was up on my 2013 and now I regret not buying the 2013. I like the interior on the 2015 much better and the styling is okay, but I absolutely hate the turbo 4. I have tried all modes and this engine has a great deal of turbo lag. Dealer says "that's just the way it is". I have to floor the car sometimes when merging on the highway and constantly use the paddle shifts because the engine does not seem to shift at the right time (in my opinion). The engine clouds my whole opinion of the car...Hoping I can get out of the lease early.
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Biggest pile of crap I have owned!
Tim, 12/18/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
Had the car coming up on 1 year. I have 6400 miles. The 1st week I owned the car driving 80mph down the expressway the power steering went out. The car had to be towed to the MB Dealer. A month later the sunroof would not close (it started to rain) again back to the dealer. 5 months in the sunroof broke again. This time I told the dealer last straw fix this thing or take the car back. Tomorrow I take it in again for a knocking sound when you turn. Also the sunroof is now once again broke. Previous I had a E-350 and had no problems. This 2015 C-300 has been a huge disappointment. For the money MB commands this is just unacceptable.
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First Mercedes, not to happy
Simon, 04/20/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
Good: my average 30 m/g and the record on hwy 44 m/g, led light, sound with package Bad: eco stop/start was fixed by the dealer by replacing main computer, waiting for replacing hinge of the passenger door, start some engine noise on idle, bad driver seats(too tight), bad wipers response and too slow on heavy rain, wind noise, GPS by Garmin(do not buy it)
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Please read this before you drive it off the lot.
Broadcast Pro, 07/23/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
41 of 47 people found this review helpful
I loved this car - and still do to a point. However, I noticed when I was driving off the lot that speakers were making a buzzing sound. I honestly thought it must be in my head so I kept going. 6 months later, I've had it in for this to be repaired for three days and it still does it. Internet forums are filled with users complaining that their premium Burmeister sound system buzzes and rattles. Some dealerships claim they can't hear it. One forum poster said he's had it in 9 times to fix the buzz. Yesterday, I made a video of EXACTLY how to reproduce it here. https://youtu.be/VjPDFnf6TOI Please do yourself an enormous favor and try this test to confirm that your new car does not buzz. Once you buy it, odds are it is permanent. I would not have spent 70k on this car knowing this.
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Best small luxury sport sedan, a few warts
wised, 09/15/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This is without a doubt the best C class ever made. It handles superbly, particularly one you ditch the run flat tires, is very powerful, rides in excellent comfort, plus, its beautiful to behold inside and out. If you want to "enhance" an already very powerful car even more you can have Renntech tune it for an additional 50 hp making the AMG version only necessary for strict race track duty. The downside of the fist year have been a few trips to the dealer; the wonderful sounding Burmester system died once, the air suspension suffered a broken sensor and finally the handsfree door handles also failed. The powertrain however has been bullet proof for 10k miles. European cars in general tend to have teething issues and this car has been no exception. The C400 has been replaced with the C450 which includes a factory AMG "tune" of the engine and transmission and another few extras. Hopefully the few electronic gremlins are also now better too.
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Loud Piercing Noise Coming From Breaks
karkartar82, 01/21/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
MBUSA knows about the issue that is out there with these cars and has no fix. Not only that, they gave us no make-good offer and expect us to drive the car with a gut wrenching loud piercing noise coming from the front of the car. Bad car, bad, company, bad service. DO NOT PURCHASE. They will not help you if this becomes your problem. Video of noise - http://youtu.be/7sIGZoxplpk
Incredible Certified Pre Owned Sedan!
Jay, 05/08/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
We bought this car certified pre owned a few weeks ago, and so far, it is amazing! We paid less than half of the original sticker price from 3 years ago, and there were less than 20K miles on the car. The car has a few quirks, and getting to know the infotainment system took a few days, but after getting used to the vehicle's ergonomics, everything is great. The acceleration is fast and peppy for a 4-cylinder engine. I test drove the C400, as well as the 2016 C450, and I am not missing the extra horsepower during my everyday commute. If you are someone who is looking for a sporty, fun, luxurious, and practical every day sedan, this is THE CAR for the job. I test drove a 2017 Audi A4 2.0T, as well as a BMW 330i and 340i, and as nice as those vehicles are, they do not compare the sturdiness and luxuriousness of the Mercedes.
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Angry mb owner, 08/09/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I leased my car in September from mercedes of brooklyn. 1 week later the main screen broke. In the shop for 5 days. Three weeks later front right headlight went out. Another 4 days in the shop. When drive in sport plus mode when gears shift vibration sounds from passenger side rear end. Was told its normal. Then two months no issues. Then the real fun began. Steering was off and making whining sounds. Needed a whole new power steering unit. Then the sunroof broke and wouldn't close from vented position. Brought the car in April 29 multiple conversations with service waiting for parts. Every week I was told a couple days more. 3 months later parts finally arrived. Now trying to get out of my lease all together and go back to infiniti.
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Satisfied Customer, 07/18/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Purchased C400 six months ago with interior, multimedia, panorama sunroof, blind spot, hands-free trunk packages; has been to the dealer exactly once to install plates. This vehicle is great for someone looking for a good balance between sportiness and luxury. Had driven the late model E-series a few times and, while it was moderately luxurious, always thought the handling was relatively stodgy and heavy-feeling, even with the V-8. The 400C is nearly as long and wide as an E, but feels far nimbler and quicker (in part because it weighs just shy of 3700 lbs.). Positives: power and handling, exterior styling and interior appointments, color combination (Palladium silver, cranberry red leather and open-pore black ash trim), blind spot assist and navigation/multi-media setup. Negatives: don't find the touch pad particularly intuitive, sport suspension can seem harsh on poor pavement, windshield profile creates some wind noise. On balance, though, very fun and comfortable drive -- and who needs the extra 30 horses in the MY16 C450?
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Drives great, but has some irritations
Kevin, 07/11/2015
updated 07/15/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Update: 16k miles I am enjoying the car a lot. The engine, transmission and suspension are 1st class. MB fixed my complaints free under warranty: Gas door, sunroof. AC is still icy. I purchased this car because the reviews were so good, it has the latest tech (It's screen rocks) and I get 34.6 mgp to work. It is quiet and always finds the right gear. When pushed hard it is predictable and we'll composed. Irritating: sunglass storage will spit your glasses back out, pain to go between functions in infotainmet-really a pain, A/C is always icy, mix of quality and cheap materials, serious lack of useful storage. I opened the hood then could not close it, gas cover is pain to close, head rest started rattling after 4 weeks, there is a loud ding every time you open the door, the seat backs are cheap, the headliner is cheap, floor mats are cheap, the trunk lid is not balanced and does not close well, rear sun shade not opening all the way after 2 weeks, remote window open never works. All the little things kill this car for me. I had 2 Infiniti's and never had so many problems in 15 years as I have had in 3 months.
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Owned the C400 for a year now
Matt, 02/03/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Almost at 15,000 miles and have owned the C400 for a year. From the beginning, I was hearing a strange small noise when changing into drive, reverse, and park but chalked it up as how it was built. Well 14,000 miles later, turns out my entire transmission and torque converter went out and never had proper bolts. Had it towed into the dealership and they ordered the parts from Germany. My SA told me the transmission was around $15,000.. hearing that I'll probably buy the extended warranty come 50k. Wasn't that mad, happy it was caught while under warranty. I was put into a 2016 C300 loaner for two weeks. What a POS that was. I've had C300 loaners several times over the last 8 years but after having a loaded bi-turbo C400, I would never consider owning anything less. So if you are deciding between C300 or C400/C450, I highly recommend paying the extra. Ever since a new transmission, car seems smoother than ever and would recommend to buy. Of course the navigation is STILL JUNK as Mercedes has been forever so I don't know what to tell you there besides everyone uses their smart phone anyway. I just paid for the navigation and multi media package for the larger screen w/ backup camera. But where the hell is Apple CarPlay? I see a YouTube video of a Benz sales man driving a 2015 C400 showing off Apple CarPlay yet it is not available still. Overall, good car so far despite a break down and tow. Good luck
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The 007 treatment
Kevin Johnson Jr., 09/16/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 250 2dr Coupe (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Very much of a James Bondish feel when you get in the vehicle... Obviously not a muscle car or just souped with heavy Hp...If you want a sporty whip with a 007 coasting the scene appeal , this is the one...Just my honest opinion👍👍
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Tires are Definitely a Defect
Nick, 05/06/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have a 2015 MB C300 4matic, i love the car. The dealer just replaced both side front half axle shafts and the dealer told me I need 2 new front tires, im only at 14,200 miles! MY rear tires are in amazing condition. So I have spoken with 3 mechanics who have said #1 continental tires lately are not lasting as it should nd #2 most likely the defective front aaxle half shafts contributed to both my front tires prematurely wearing. And I only drive highway and never get more than 25mpg! Sticker states 34mpg on the highway so why am I getting 10mpg less, i only use 91 fuel..
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Expected Better from Mercedes
Dan, 06/24/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
We've had the car a little over a year and bought it in large measure on the strength of the Edmunds review, which gave it an A rating. While the car has some nice features, it also has some that leave you shaking your head. We're not sure why Edmunds gave it such a high rating, it probably deserves a B- instead. On the positive side, the car is beautiful, comfortable, performs well, gets outstanding gas mileage and is fun to drive. On the negative side of things, the overly complex entertainment/climate control system is maddening. Even after a year, I have no idea how to find a radio station outside of the presets the salesperson helped me program when we first bought it. There are three levers on the left side of the steering column - turn signal, cruise control and steering column adjustment. Too many times I've turned on the signal when I meant to adjust the cruise control, and vice versa. Very clumsy design. The other real negative is the lack of a spare tire. We've had two flats in the year we've owned the car, which is way more than we've experienced before. In both cases, the drive-flat tires were ruined and had to be replaced at a cost of over $400 each time. Even worse, a flat tire with this car demands your immediate attention, which is a real pain in the rear. No matter what else you're doing at the time or where you are, everything has to be put on hold until the tire gets fixed. Gone are the days that you could put on the spare and go about your business and get around to fixing the flat at a more convenient time. And if it happens on a weekend, the car is pretty much out of commission until Monday.
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One of the best cars I have owned
Hamid B, 02/20/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I got to admit, when you drive a MB you get a lot of look from other drivers who admire your car. This car is comfortable, the heated seats work perfect, road noise is at minimum, navigation and phone features are a little hard to function. The surround sound is just awesome, I have connected my phone to Youtube and listen to my favorite music through the speakers (Bluetooth) and it is just awesome. Mine came with blind-side sensor which is great and it warns the driver to not change lane prematurely. All in all, it is a great car and I would highly recommend this car to those who don't mind to fill 93 Octane gas in their car.
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5 out of 18 months in the shop
Michael H, 03/16/2016
updated 03/22/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
My car was rear ended. Parts had to come from Germany. 2 months and one more to repair the car. Ordered every option. 19 of them. The ventilated leather seats are horrible. The leather is worse than an Honda Accord. The distronic plus works only on occasion. Radio stop working and 5 months later finally getting another one. Mileage at 55 MPH an amazing 44 Miles per gallon. I've had 3 recalls , 3 pressure gauges replaced. Run flat tires are horrible. In talks with MBUSA on lemon law. I traded a 2009 C with every option and 95,000 miles for this one. Worse mistake ever.. Update. I have had to hire a law firm. The car has been in service now 48 days. It's going in again for electronics problems. I'm fighting MB on the Lemon Law. They offered 2500 off of any new car I wanted of theirs and that's it. The lemon law is 30 days and they have to return the full amount. I will never own another MB product as long as I live. I hate their product. I changed from using Helms Bros in Bayside, NY to Ralleye Motors in Roslyn. Both places are awful. I took my car into Ralleye because my rear sensors were not working right. They said the car was in an accident and needed $1800 worth of parts to repair the problem. I called the collision place who said bring the car in. I did and 2 days later it was perfect and has been. Centain cell phones have a software problem with the Bermeister radio now in the MB. The cell phone will make the radio and GPS inoperative. You have to turn off the phone to recycle it. When I went to Ralleye with the problem they chased me out. I then went to the service manger Doug and he said because I did not allow them to repair the car the last time I was not welcome there. I asked him would you spend 1800 + on the repair if it was still under warrenty and he said no. I then asked why I can't come in and he said I don't want you here. Ralleye is so large that they feel they are like GOD. I would never recomend them to anyone again ever. They are awful. Oh, one more thing. They charge $168.00 per hour to work on your car if it's out of warranty.
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Great Car But Terrible Interface
Mondial82, 09/01/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
This is our 2nd C-Class. In almost every way, it totally delivers what you expect for an entry level Mercedes. Great drive, great look, reliable. I mean it's a Mercedes - it's awesome. To the consumer, I say that you should consider this vehicle. The remainder of this critique is directed at Mercedes. Yes - MB remains masters of their craft and because I want them to continue to be - it pains me to say that they really blew it on the logic of the controls. First off, removing the leather transmission shifter with the Mercedes logo from the center console in favor of some cheap plastic stick by the steering wheel smells of a shameless cost cutting measure. Look - it's a Mercedes - throw that thing into Sport mode late night on a Freeway in L.A. - trust me - you want something to hold on to. Second, in place, there's this stupid little touch pad (kind of like mousepad on a laptop) with which you are supposed to dial phone numbers when using the Bluetooth. How am I supposed to hold onto something that's flat? Moreover, the problem is that when you try dialing the numbers, it never gets the number right and there's a delay while the system tries to figure out what number your dialing. The old C-Class we had simply had a key pad whereby the digits were physical keys I could feel with my fingers. Thus, I could safely dial without having to take my eyes off the road. Third, if you want to stream media throw your phone, you have to proceed through at least three steps - two of which are not intuitive. Our Volkswagen only has one step and it's so straight forward that even I could figure it out. Finally, I have yet to figure out how to switch around my media (i.e. change radio stations, or switch to streaming, dial numbers) while keeping the Navi map on screen. Granted, Navi is now a useless feature given the quality of programs like Waze. However, I like looking at a dynamic map as I drive. Make no mistake - this has not dissuaded me from remaining a loyal customer. But the first thing I'm going to do when it comes time to replace this one is check to see if you put in a real transmission shift and got rid of this stupid touch screen. Please MB - shine in the way you can.
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Love my C 300
Larry, 12/20/2015
updated 06/29/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I stepped down from two ML 350's I miss all of the space that I had and the room in the rear seats. Three people in the rear is very craped, but it is a much smaller car. Performance is great. Great acceleration and handling. Gas mileage is a real treat aft3r my ML 350. Getting in and out is more difficult but I can deal with that. I got the LED headlights becauser the standard headlights were very poor. Quality is like a MB should be. Truck quality is inferior. Back up mirror is way below my ML. but it works. Waning systems is inferior but lane changing warnings are excellent. I do not like the run flat tires but that is the way it comes. I have a three year lease and am already thinking that I will go bigger next time for more room for passengers. No problem with butttons or cotrols. Bluetooth was a problem for a while but I think that problem is solve.
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2015 Mercedes C400 4MATIC
James, 05/20/2019
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've owned this car for about 6 months now (purchased preowned in December 2018). Overall it's a very solid car, and I'm mostly happy with my purchase. I'm very passionate about cars, so I'll try to be concise in mentioning a few things that stand out: Looks - this car is beautiful inside and out. It looks amazing from any angle, and its design is what really sold me when I was comparing it against a 2015 335i xDrive. Performance - the 3.0L bi-turbo is a beast and will be quick enough for most. Having AWD really helps the car grip and put power down quickly and effectively. Ride - this is where I'm a bit disappointed. I live in the NYC metro area which is covered in potholes/broken pavement and the suspension tuning is downright harsh and unpleasant. Perhaps it's the AMG wheels/rims, but on anything other than perfectly paved roads, this thing is bumpy and jarring. Make sure you test drive it on some less than perfect roads to see if you can deal with how firm the ride is. Aside from the suspension, the transmission is not the finest performer either; I find it difficult to drive smoothly at low speeds - it is either lurching or sluggish (starts in 2nd gear from a stop). Maintenance - in the short time I've owned it I have not had any maintenance issues thus far. I did have 'Service A' performed at my local dealership, but will never do that again (over $400 for an oil change and new wipers). I'd find a local mechanic who specializes in German cars to save $$. Luxury - The car does not disappoint in this category; everything inside has premium, elegant finishes that are really aesthetically pleasing. The panoramic roof and aluminum Burmester speaker grills are nice touches, however the sound system itself is not great. It lacks woofers, so the subwoofers under the seats provide most of the bass which ends up sounding boomy and imprecise. Overall, this is a really nice car, but one that you will definitely have to adjust to if you're used to a more comfortable riding car (my previous car was a '09 Jetta SEL). If your priority is turning heads and taking advantage of all that power (329 HP, 354 lb/ft!), this may be the ride for you. But if you're looking for a smooth, comfortable luxury experience, I would look elsewhere.
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Stay away
Joe, 08/22/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
My car is 6 months only and has been in service 6 times many electrical problems. The build quality is terrible. Led lights going out, rattles, popping and cracking noises in radio, keyless go issues, loose parts p, engine errors, hard shifting tranny. Hoping I can get it declared a lemon by far the worst built car I ever owned it made my Cadillac look reliable. Most of my loaners were c300's as well and most of them had issues too. Mercedes you let me down back to bmw I go.
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Great car!
MB Owner, 08/12/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
After test driving numerous cars I found the C300 was good if not great in all areas. The driving experience is comfortable, quiet, smooth and has great handling. I love the looks of the exterior and interior of the car. It has a luxury feel and is very functional too. I've had the car for several months now and no issues. I'm very happy with this car and my wife loves it too.
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2015 C400 - Terrible fit & finish, Elec. Gremlins
chicagofan00, 12/24/2014
updated 06/26/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
12 of 17 people found this review helpful
I wanted to love this car, I really did, but after just 6 months of ownership I ended up getting rid of it as it was a headache dealing with the issues. The car itself is gorgeous and the performance is great. It goes down hill from there. The fit and finish both inside and out was terrible as the bumper never truly lined up properly even after being taken off and re-installed by the dealership. There were several creaks and rattles inside the vehicle after just a month of ownership. The dealership fixed it at first but several of them returned not long after the fix was applied...I suppose some of this could be blamed on having the 19 inch wheels and run flat tires which can provide for an unforgiving ride quality on poor road conditions (which I unfortunately have to deal with for a portion of my daily commute). The deal break though was the electronic gremlins I had with the active safety features. On several occasions I had issues with the Collision Prevention Assist feature which actually almost caused a couple of accidents itself as the system would fail completely, then disable traction control, as well as reduce engine power so that when pushing the gas pedal all the way down to the floor the car would barely even accelerate and there would be a couple of seconds delay before even begin to accelerate. If I needed to perform any kind of maneuver to avoid another vehicle or object I would have been in an accident due to this issue. The dealership was clueless as to what was causing the issue and so was MB in Germany. The dealership said they came up with a fix in their shop and applied it but I still encountered the issues and when trying to have it fixe again the dealership told me that the computer didn't even record the malfunction and therefore couldn't investigate any further since there were no software logs. After that I had enough and got rid of it as my family's safety is more important to me than what I had hoped for with this vehicle.
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Fun to drive, some problems
Nicole K, 11/07/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Car drives very smoothly and has a luxurious feel. The interior is nicely designed and you get used to the gear shifter really quickly. The touch pad is not very intuitive. I've had problems with the sunroof and door rattling as well.
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No bottom for depreciation curve
Boattest1, 12/25/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Nice car. Bought CPO with 25,000 mi. Decent deal for a minute only. Like all 2015 C300 4Matics, the lease returns still flood the market. Spent $1,300 on rear camera and interface thru dealer, but looks like one you’d put on your 20 yr old Hyundai. Not much tech given existing sensors and cameras. Has only 1 rattle, but can’t find it. Buy one of you get it cheap enough. Great mechanicals. Great visibility and sets for short drivers like me.
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Love Love Love my C300
O2T2, 09/13/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
Bigger quicker yet better Gas Milage from previous years. The nicest & classiest interior in it's class. These are just the standouts. For everyday driving this is the car.
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Excellent
Jay, 03/06/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
About 15,000 miles without issues. The appearance of the vehicle is superb and gets compliments weekly. Excellent performance Luxurious inside and extremely comfortable. Our 2nd Benz and we love it. Rearview camera is excellent Distronic Plus is totally awesome Stereo ROCKS I do wish they put a spot for my phone AC on/off is complex Mine is loaded
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It looks good but...
robbiegale, 01/24/2019
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my MB C300 4Matic in Feb 2016. It was dealer driven and had 13,000 miles on it. I thought I got a decent price for it and loved the look of the black on black and was so excited to purchase my first Mercedes Benz at age 43. I LOVE driving this car. It handles great, you barely push to accelerate and it doesn't disappoint! It stops on a dime and I feel completely safe in this car. I drive 52 miles one way to work and wanted something safe and I felt like this was the car for me, until....the same week I bought my car I noticed that the backup camera wasn't working and I couldn't find the heated seat button. I called the dealership and they said, yours doesn't come with back up camera or heated seats. First of all, you can go get a basic Chevrolet, Honda, Toyota etc. and have a back up camera and EVERY Mercedes Benz should come with heated seats!!! If I have leather seats, they should be heated!!! I was under the impression that was standard!!! I only had the car about 6 months when one day I was at a stop light and when it turned green I push the gas peddle and nothing! I sat through the entire light with people honking at me in my new MB and I couldn't go anywhere. I turned the car off, restarted and then it was drivable again. I took it in, they did something to the computer system and 1 month later...same thing except this time I was pulling out into a busy highway. I called a tow truck this time. They kept my car for 2 weeks, MB service did give me a really sweet loaner but I should not be having to deal with this. Then about 6 months after that I got in the car to go to work and the entire electronic system was out. No blind spot detection, no phone connection, no lights, no ANYTHING!!! I took in it immediately, the service department said that MB pushed out an update and it had a bug and totally wiped out my car. They kept it for a month this time...again I did get a sweet loaner. The most recent thing was I kept hearing a clicking noise when I would turn, took it in and they had to replace the entire axle! I do love this car. I love driving it and it fits me perfect but I am so sick of the issues. All of these issue are on top of the normal oil changes, tire rotations, replacing tires etc. The only other major issue is, I do drive a lot and have a lot of miles on my car but OMG the resale value sucks!!! I bought the car for $40,000 3 years ago. I went to trade it for a GLE and they would only give my $15,000 for it!!! I owe still $22,000!!! So I did some research and found out that the Honda Pilot Elite or Touring is a great vehicle and my aging parents and new grandbaby will easily be able to get in and out of it with plenty of room but the 5 dealerships that I've gone too will only give me $12,500!!!! There is no way, I should be $10,000 upside down on this vehicle!!!! It makes it impossible to trade it in. If you decide to buy this vehicle make sure you want to keep it and DON'T buy it without a warranty!!!! There are too many issues and the value plummets!!!! It looks good but wouldn't buy another one!!!
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C300 is now a performance car
Al, 07/29/2016
updated 08/02/2019
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
11 of 17 people found this review helpful
Pro: As you expect from a Mercedes, they have designed a performance and yet comfortable luxury which positioned the car on par or slightly above the competition. Cons: The car has a default setting for a "Comfort" mode and this cannot be changed. Unfortunately, this means that we have to live with the "Auto Engine Off" function which for some people can be very annoying. If you want to change that "feature" you will need to switch the @ button every time you restart the engine.
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C Class Sedan
ljpzap, 03/19/2015
updated 03/20/2017
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
Just came out of a 2012 Infiniti G37 and picked up the C-300 4matic with sport package +other options. Car is definitely pricey once optioned out. Car rides great, but no comparison in power to the G37. if you want to push the car again it does not compare. It is more luxurious than it is sport even with the sport package. Has great styling overall. However for the price you can not sync your key fob to the memory seat system. MB does not do it. Infiniti and Lexus do. Just stupid that you have to hold a memory seat button on a 50k car to get your seat in to position after your wife drove the car last. Overall though still a great car. Better value is the Acura TLX with Tech Pkg.
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C300 2015
darmonx, 09/02/2014
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Nice job on the 2015, Mercedes. Wow. Nice interior, nice drive.. dont under estimate that 4 cylinder. I have always owned 6 cylinder cars but with this in Sports+... I don't miss my V6 at all... well except for the V6 sound. Other than that.. this is a fun and luxurious daily drive that would make rush hour traffic feel less exhausting.
Hooligan in a Hugo Boss suit..
Alex, 06/11/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C 63 S 4dr Sedan (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
..the title was ripped from a professional review, but it pretty much sums it up. I'm a "No replacement for displacement" kind of guy, but this C63 combines the best of both worlds.
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Wonderful Car Last of the 6 cylinder
Emerson Boozer Guy, 02/17/2021
updated 02/27/2025
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Went a few hundred miles to fetch this car as a certified used car in 2019. With only 14,000 miles it was like new, and half price over new. And as compared to new C’s it had a 6, instead of new with a 4 banger. Wonderful electronics and back up camera. Very quick for Texas Highways, and gets 27mph in economy mode. 2 issues: I don’t like run flat tires and have replaced them and bought a spare, also the facia is low and has expensive chrome pieces very low which is easily damaged, no remedy except avoiding curbs and debris on the road. Still my wonderful daily driver, And even as a 2015 it has little advantages over our 2021 Lexus. The seat controls are on the door and easily assemble. When your car is unlocked you can open the fuel filler door without looking for the button on the dash to open it. Lastly the back up camera is very good as is the Burrmeister sound system. And accessing features is intuitive and much easier. With just under 50,000 miles I’ve had no repairs or replacements. Oil changes, filters and tires the only expenses. Lastly the twin turbo six is very fast. Another complaint I can’t get a trailer hitch for this particular C class. Still driving and should have mentioned as a pro, the 4 Matic all wheel drive is superior to other cars I own or have owed. With a snowy hilly driveway in Minnesota, other all wheel vehicles watched as I went up and down with no trouble. Still love it 3 year later and 65000 miles on it
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Great car but definitely get the CPO
MERC_G, 10/17/2020
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Ok so I’ve had my 2015 c300 4matic sport model with about everything minus air ride suspension for about 3 years now I bought it used with 17000 miles in late 2017 and it’s a great car great acceleration handles better than any car I’ve driven leaves more to be desired in power but it’s got enough to get it going pretty quickly. Now that being said it has been serviced around 6 times totaling 15000+ in repairs luckily I was smart and extended the original warranty and purchased the unlimited mile cpo until 2022 first off the cv axles started ticking on turns took it in they said it wasn’t that that it was either the steering box or steering column (idiots) and they needed to replace the whole thing because it was unsafe I agreed and they put me in a loaner e class which was great but when I got my car back it was still clicking as I turned took it back and finally they replaced the cv axles ok so I finally have my car back great now they tell me my battery is old this is in 2018 I was like no I just bought this car so they replaced it the battery is 300 dollars + so I was happy then about 4 months later the panoramic sun roof got stuck open (literally never use the thing) I drove it to Mercedes they said they had no openings and couldn’t see my car I was more than annoyed I figured out it was one of the arms got stuck so I got my nephew to press the close button as I hit the arm with my iPhone in the Mercedes dealership and got it to close took it back (had to make an appointment) and they said the whole assembly was bent I need a new one but I have the warranty so it’s covered great... car had been great up until recently the car was angry didint want to accelerate and seemed like I toasted the transmission as 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts were very rough when asking for power sometimes I took it in they said they couldn’t replicate it and no codes came up in the computer so they gave me my car back I kid you not hours after the car did it again and put itself in limp mode so now I’m stuck under 2000 rpm’s driving home so I recorded it because I wasn’t about to take it back without proof so I took it back the next day they saw the video and had to send it to Mercedes because they could not find the issue eventually after the technician driving my car frequently as I told them they could drive it as much as they wanted till they found the issue a week passed oh and this time they had no loaners for me (I’m in a rental so I’m not very happy) then they call and say they found the issue it’s the camshaft sensor I’m like great replace it so I can get my car after two days I got my car back and the issue has subsided and the car seems to be running very solid shifts are much smoother even then when I bought it so this might be a flaw in the 2015 OEM sensors I even get better gas mileage I was averaging 21 now I get 30 mpg so I’m pretty happy with the car again but and this is a big but... IF I hadn’t bought the CPO this car would have been a money pit I did not mention all the services because some were cosmetic things such as the aluminum veneer bubbles if you live in hot climates (they replaced SOME of it) the plastic in the interior of the car is horrible and will break I’m talking about the plastic hinges that open the arm rest in the center (mine does not open anymore) and the headlight was replaced but I do not include this because it was prior to purchase it seems the headlights were off center causing limited visibility (basically make your car look cross eyed it looks pretty funny) All in all I love the car it’s a beautiful car for what I paid and even though it’s been serviced so many times it has not been on my dime so I don’t feel that bad but I push this car pretty hard everyday and it’s reliable to a point if you don’t mind the occasional stint in the shop I do change the oil every 7000 miles I’ve replaced all 4 tires recently (breaks are still good can’t believe it) and currently have around 51000 miles on the car so that can give you a picture of the regular maintenance I’ve also taken the car on a long trip and I was amazed at the gas mileage put it in cruise control and this thing runs forever I DO NOT RECOMMEND BUYING ONE OUTSIDE OF A CPO UNLESS YOU BABY THE CAR PS - I drive my car with a lead foot so I should know the limits of this motor and it’s tough trans is good but it’s a 5 year old car it shouldn’t have these problems if your looking for a reliable car get a Honda or Toyota if you want luxury I would say get a Merc (not Amg) definitely don’t get a BMW if you don’t like maintenance and don’t get me started on Audi lease the Audi lease the Audi please do yourself a favor
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All the Bells & Whistles
Paul Docka, 11/07/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car seems to have everything but, it's also somewhat intimidating. I've had a love affair with automobiles since my preteen years. I'm now almost 70 and I've owned many. Driving and controlling a vehicle has always been intuitive but, this one is complex enough and sometimes redundant that I have to think about it. I might be getting too old. Still, I'm impressed
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Good Car not Great Car
Enna-2, 11/08/2015
updated 11/30/2018
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Technology in terms of the Nav system and Key fobs not being sync'd to driver 1 or 2 buttons is a bit odd. Also a bit strange that for over $50k you don't get audible rear sensors for backing up. Car handles great though with great acceleration for the turbo 4. So plenty of power and compares well against most competitors in it's depending on your personal driving preference. Personally this car strikes a great balance between sport and comfort. I have the Sport package, premium 1 package, multimedia package plus blind spot assist and rear view camera. Oh yes the rear view camera is an optional item that is chargeable. Again for over $50k? Come on MB. Anyway test drive one of these and I think you will be hooked. Still a great car after 16,000 miles. Only challenge are the tires which on the sport package models are staggered sizes, so you can not rotate tires and you will only get 20,000 miles out of the Conti run flats. Can no longer say great. Just can not afford $700 tire replacements every 15k to 18k miles and that is front set only. Then add another $700 for the rears at 20k. Started feeling turbo lag and transmission jerkiness after 2 years. Again ride is great but overall car is just ok and for the price (over $50k) you don't even get leather seats. So have to re-rate car and just say it is a good car but not a great car. Test drove a new BMW-330 and would probably go with it if I had to do it over. In then end traded the MB for a certified 535i and am very happy about my decision to get rid of it
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2015 Mercedes Benz C300 4matic
Allen A, 07/28/2016
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car. Buyers be aware!! If you get the C300 4matic be advised that from the dealer the tow of the vehicle prematurley weares both front tires. I was told I need new front tires at around 13,000 miles and my rear were in great shape. MB cutomer service was useless as so was Keyes European. I met a MB technician at a gas station who told me this info, that he has reported the issue to his superiors which I am hoping they have notified MBZ USA but so far the agents at HQ do not know of this issue. My suggestion to all current owners of any new MBZ car who has 4matic and tires prematurely wore is to complain to your dealership and to MBZ HQ USA.
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The new paradigm in the sport compact class
6sptl, 12/31/2014
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
Aside from being more a little more expensive than the competition. This car is extraordinary. The interior and exterior design are spectacular. Many have complained about the display, but I bet no one complains about it after driving it, its precisely where it needs to be and the right size to operate all the myriad of functions the car offers while still maintaining an eye on the road. Comfort is extraordinary in the front and excellent in the back as log as the rear passenger is 6 foot or less. Power is prodigious on the 400. Handling on sport and sport plus is also excellent. Burmese audio system is among the best in the market regardless of price.
My Mercedes C400 is the Worst Car I've Ever Owned
Jennifer, 08/12/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 400 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 7A)
14 of 28 people found this review helpful
I've owned my Mercedes C400 for less than a year. Best car I've ever driven. But like anything with astounding beauty and pedigree, it's simply too high maintenance, too cold, and now, too unreliable to be practical. From issues with components not properly installed on delivery, door seals unraveling a week into ownership, two recalls, a lack of comfort in the cabin so extreme I don’t drive the car long distances, an engine stall in the street (sans key), service issues, and finally, total unreliability and failure; my C400 experience has been pretty disappointing. I'd wait at least a few more generations before touching this model-- the glitches can be severe! Intuitive? It's smart enough to drive without a key within twenty feet, and stupid enough to stay in start mode and drain your battery, without any active attempt to start the car or even be present in the car for up to five (5) hours. How smart is that. Don't let your kids touch that button! I found out. After meter parking the car in NYC, and returning several times to re-load the meter and re-display my ticket inside the car’s dash window, locking the car every time, yet the car remained in active start mode until the battery died, with no error or warning message. Smart would be something different. If there is no active start (after pressing the start button) after a period of time--perhaps this super smart car should inform the occupant, via its intuitive messaging system (no one but Mercedes can decode your car— so they tell me-- how's that for transparency), that if no ignition is attempted within X period of time, the power will terminate, and preserve battery life. Now, that would be smart. The C400 is not that smart. At less than 3500 miles, the battery died and two attempts (one of which was by Mercedes) failed to remedy the problem without dealer interference, some 60 miles and three days away. Think about that. You are stuck in the middle of no where (to you, anyway), with a dead battery-- which can happen to anyone. Mercedes roadside assistance fails to charge the battery or offer any other diagnostics on the car, and leaves you to tow to their dealership, where only they can remedy the issue. Why? The C400 apparently needed an extra long charge, longer than another motorist, a tow truck or their own roadside assistance could seem to achieve when they attempted to jumpstart the car-- the electronics wouldn't even activate but to unlock the doors and leave them disarmed. A stalled battery is one thing-- and arguably my own fault. But who wants a car so smart it won't take a charge from anyone but Mercedes? While I believe the battery had, in fact, juiced itself into a coma, I also believe something went array with the car’s electrical and computer system, and the error was one that only Mercedes could clear. How’s that for holding yourself accountable. I had another safety issue with my Mercedes C400. One morning as I was rushing to work, I got in the car (kids in tow), started her up, and reversed into the street when the car stalled. Realizing I forgot my key, which was some twenty feet away, inside my house, it dawned on me how incredible it is that I was able to start my car and pull into a busy street, with no key in close proximity. After a recent trip to the dealership, this was corrected, it seems but the service manager refused to disclose it had been an issue to begin with. My dealership (the worst luxury dealer I've ever encountered) insists there is nothing wrong with these cars and sales are robust, yet I have never seen another C400 on the road in my area. Seems to me Mercedes has some work to do in refining this model. I hope Mercedes will proactively recall any C400's with a safety issue and correct any defects in its messaging/electrical systems, if found, of course. Safety should be their top priority. Back to Audi. Tail between legs. Sigh. BTW, I offered my C400 back to the dealership (with less than 3500 miles). Not surprisingly, they passed.
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Black leather seats discoloring
anthony814, 02/04/2015
2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 Sport 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7A)
9 of 20 people found this review helpful
I was about to enter my car this morning when I looked at the back seats I was shocked to see seats covered with white faded stains . Then I looked at front seats and saw the same . The back of both head rests are covered with same stains .Looks like mil dew stains. I was wondering if anyone else had same problem. I am shocked that this could happen to Mercedes benz .