2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class User Reviews

Pros

Great economy, hatchback is very handy, easy to park and manuver, quiet and comfortable, solid feel.

Cons

Little hard to back (visibility) only four seatbelts, radio is complicated to use.

Purchased As Used

I have owned and operated this vehicle for six years and 73K and overall am very happy with it. A solid feeling, heavy small car. The hatchback is like a mini station wagon for hauling oversize items. Average reliability compared to Japanese cars but after owning two Honda Accords, neither has the solid feel and handling of this vehicle. Very tight and precise steering and braking. Parts and service may be higher than a Japanese car. Uses synthetic Mobile one oil so only change oil every 12-13K. Styling of this car grows on you. Panoramic sunroof is nice all year around gives you a sense of spaciousness. Radio and speakers only average for this "luxury small car". Typical finicky German electrical gremlins, i.e. have to change bulbs more often, etc. My current battery is seven years old and still going strong. On third set of tires, car is heavy so tires only last about 30K. Must use premium fuel. Will use about 2 qts oil between changes, this is normal for a supercharged engine setup. Overall has been a great vehicle for six years of use. The leather seats are nice, auto shifts great, side air bags for safety, quiet ride....read morehide

Pros

Suspension, quickness, style, cargo room,killer sound system etc...

Cons

What?

Purchased As Used

I picked up my C320 in January for only $10,000 w/ 65,0000 miles... I couldn't be happier! I have put 4,000 miles on it so far.. The growl of the engine, the killer bose sound system, tons of cargo room for my business shippments... and as far as wagons go it has style. The suspension is amazing!!! I punched the throttle and got airborn (all 4 wheels) over a bridge, no scrapes when I landed... smoothed out as if nothing happend. 215 hp and it only weighs 3200 lbs... the pick up will surprise you. Snow and ice don't faze this ride either. The Computer control is amazing! After a long day of work, I often take a long ride to relax this car is a joy to drive...
Best purchase ever!...read morehide