Small estate is posher than ever, especially on the inside
PROS
- High-class interior
- Large, unobstructed boot area
- Great engine selection
CONS
- Rear passenger space is tight
- Only two trim levels
- Bit bumpy at low speeds
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We have 2 reviews of recent Mercedes-Benz C-Class models:
Small estate is posher than ever, especially on the inside
C-Class mixes cutting-edge tech with a wonderful interior
Premium load lugger, updated for 2018
Refined comfort, good choice of engines, versatile, great equipment levels, decent boot
Fiddly audio-navigation system, cabin doesn't feel particularly premium
Stylish design, practical
Lacks the space of bigger estates
Prestige; quality; V6 engines; slow depreciation
Audi A4 makes C-Class look expensive
Highly polished executive car with lots of used choice - here's what to look out for
A smallish car with a big engine? Always a recipe for success
The W204 Mercedes C-Class makes a great used buy
Storming performance, wonderful engine, understated looks, forgiving ride
High running costs, incredibly thirsty, almost too fast to appreciate on public roads
Prestige, brand image, slow depreciation
Earliest petrol engines were thirsty
Prestige, quality, V6 engines, slow depreciation.
Audi A4 makes C-Class look expensive.
Classy coupe is comfortable, AMG versions have real attitude
Drives and handles well, good level of standard kit, should sell well on second-hand market
Foot operated parking brake, entry to rear seats is awkward, servicing can be expensive
Pretty looks and great engines
Overpriced, servicing is expensive
Stylish mid-sized four-seater cabriolet, usefully improved
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