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Used 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a compact luxury car sold in sedan, coupe and convertible body styles. Trims are available in increasing levels of performance — C 300, C 300 4Matic, AMG C 43, AMG C 63 and AMG C 63 S. The C 300, AMG C 63 and AMG C 63 S are rear-wheel-drive, while the C 300 4Matic and AMG C 43 are all-wheel-drive. All use a nine-speed automatic transmission.

The C 300 and C 300 4Matic come standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (255 horsepower, 273 lb-ft of torque). You also get LED headlights, a sunroof, a power-closing trunklid, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and simulated leather upholstery (MB-Tex).

Standard tech includes the COMAND infotainment system with a 10.3-inch central display screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a five-speaker audio system. Safety systems include a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, and forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking.

The AMG C 43 primarily adds a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (385 hp, 384 lb-ft), upgraded brakes, a sport-tuned suspension with selectable damper settings, an aerodynamic body kit, a sport exhaust, sport front seats, simulated-suede seat inserts, ambient lighting and a 13-speaker Burmester audio system.

The AMG C 63 and AMG C 63 S offer similar equipment, with the notable difference of a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 (469 hp, 479 lb-ft with the C 63; 503 hp, 516 lb-ft with the C 63 S), a high-performance transmission and an electronic limited-slip rear differential. The AMG C 63 S also adds 19-inch wheels, configurable steering wheel controls and leather upholstery.

Some features on the high-performance models can be added to the lower trims as well. Several packages are optional across all trims. These include the Multimedia package (navigation and a touchpad controller), the Parking Assistance package (automated parking and a surround-view camera), and the Driving Assistance package (adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and a lane-centering system).

Notable stand-alone options, depending on trim, include a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, tri-zone climate control, a head-up display and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The AMG C 63 S is exclusively available with high-performance carbon-ceramic brakes.

Which C-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

Though we remain absolutely captivated by the V8 models, most buyers will find the standard C 300 and its turbocharged four-cylinder offer enough performance. Mercedes offers a wealth of options, but keep it simple to avoid sky-high pricing. The main packages to consider are the Premium package (Burmester premium audio system, ambient lighting and satellite radio) and the Driving Assistance package (adaptive cruise control and other driver aids).

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Spring Hill, FL
Vehicle
C-Class C 300
C-Class C 300 4MATIC
C-Class AMG C 43
C-Class AMG C 63
C-Class AMG C 63 S
Vehicle
C 300 4MATIC
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A
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2 for sale near you
AMG C 43
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A
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1 for sale near you
AMG C 63
4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A
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AMG C 63 S
4.0L 8cyl Turbo 9A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
leatherette/suede
leatherette/suede
premium leather
Heated seats
optional
optional
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
optional
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
all wheel drive
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
Engine power
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
385 hp @ 6,100 rpm
469 hp @ 5,500 rpm
503 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
384 lb-ft @ 2,500 rpm
479 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
516 lb-ft @ 1,750 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
3.0 l
4.0 l
4.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
v6
v8
v8
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/45R18 (FRONT) 245/40R18 (REAR)
225/45R18 (FRONT) 245/40R18 (REAR)
225/45R18 (FRONT) 245/40R18 (REAR)
245/40R18 (FRONT) 265/40R18 (REAR)
245/35R19 (FRONT) 265/35R19 (REAR)
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
18 X 8.5-in (Front) 18 X 9.5-in (Rear)
19 X 8.5-in (Front) 19 X 9.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
standard
Not Available
Not Available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
24 / 35 / 28 MPG
23 / 33 / 26 MPG
19 / 27 / 22 MPG
18 / 27 / 21 MPG
18 / 27 / 21 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
418 / 609 miles
400 / 574 miles
331 / 470 miles
313 / 470 miles
313 / 470 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.8 ft.
36.8 ft.
39.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
Curb weight
3,472 lb.
3,605 lb.
3,825 lb.
3,874 lb.
3,900 lb.
Ground Clearance
3.5 in.
3.6 in.
3.6 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
79.5 in.
79.5 in.
79.5 in.
79.5 in.
79.5 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
71.3 in.
71.3 in.
71.3 in.
72.4 in.
72.4 in.
Height
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.1 in.
56.1 in.
Length
184.5 in.
184.5 in.
185.0 in.
187.2 in.
187.3 in.
Wheelbase
111.8 in.
111.8 in.
111.8 in.
111.8 in.
111.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
12.6 cu. ft.
12.6 cu. ft.
12.6 cu. ft.
12.6 cu. ft.
12.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
55.3 in.
Rear Head Room
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
37.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
55.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$49,332
$51,503
$64,921
$74,889
$78,400
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.66
$0.69
$0.87
$1
$1.05
Depreciation
$10,237
$10,953
$16,731
$20,841
$22,208
Financing
$3,718
$3,764
$5,513
$6,567
$7,838
Taxes & Fees
$1,764
$1,830
$2,465
$2,848
$3,309
Fuel
$11,212
$12,070
$14,266
$14,935
$14,935
Insurance
$4,508
$4,598
$5,855
$7,454
$7,618
Maintenance
$9,218
$9,110
$10,913
$13,569
$13,817
Repairs
$8,675
$9,178
$9,178
$8,675
$8,675
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Silk Beige, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Black, leather
Magma Grey, leather
Silk Beige, leather
Saddle Brown, leather
Magma Grey, leatherette
Saddle Brown, leatherette
designo Platinum White Pearl/Black, premium leather
Cranberry Red, leather
Silk Beige, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Black, leather
Magma Grey, leather
Silk Beige, leather
Saddle Brown, leather
Magma Grey, leatherette
Saddle Brown, leatherette
designo Platinum White Pearl/Black, premium leather
Cranberry Red, leather
Black w/Red Stitching, leatherette/suede
Black w/Red Stitching, leather
Silk Beige, leather
Black, leather
Saddle Brown, leather
designo Platinum White Pearl/Black, premium leather
Cranberry Red, leather
Magma Grey/Black w/Yellow Stitching, premium leather
Black, leatherette/suede
Platinum White Pearl/Black, premium leather
Red Pepper/Black, premium leather
Black, premium leather
Black w/Grey Accents, premium leather
Magma Grey/Black w/Yellow Stitching, premium leather
Platinum White Pearl/Black, premium leather
Red Pepper/Black, premium leather
Black, premium leather
Exterior
Iridium Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Polar White
Black
Iridium Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Polar White
Black
Iridium Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Polar White
Black
Iridium Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Polar White
Iridium Silver Metallic
Obsidian Black Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
Brilliant Blue Metallic
designo Diamond White Metallic
Polar White