Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (2000-2007) review
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At a glance
Price new | £19,930 - £49,035 |
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Used prices | £621 - £9,341 |
Road tax cost | £255 - £735 |
Insurance group | 24 - 43 |
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Fuel economy | Not tested to latest standards |
Range | 314 - 641 miles |
Number of doors | 4 |
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Available fuel types
Petrol
Diesel
Pros & cons
PROS
Prestige, brand image, slow depreciation
CONS
Earliest petrol engines were thirsty
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (00-07) rivals
Overview
The 2000 C-Class tried to knock the BMW 3-Series off its perch as the most desired car in this class, and comes close. Original four-cylinder petrol engines are too thirsty, though, and the interior quality was perhaps not quite up to the standard of other Mercedes-Benzes. Supercharged 1.8-litre engines replaced the two smallest petrol engines in 2002 bringing huge improvements in fuel consumption, while a major update in summer 2004 made the C-Class a more rewarding car to drive.
Review contents
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Overview Currently reading
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Practicality & safety
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Interior, tech & comfort
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Engines & handling
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Ownership cost
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