The Mercedes-Benz C-Class first hit the market in 1993, when it replaced the 190 saloon. Now in its fifth generation, the C-Class has grown in size and become more advanced. With its iconic Mercedes-Benz styling and exceptional powertrain options, the C-Class has a model that suits any need, including saloon, estate, coupé and convertible bodystyles.
2,403 Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class cars for sale
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2002 (52) 2L Classic Selection 4dr Auto
31Low Mileage
£999
- 2L
- Miles
72.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Safe Cars
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2011 (61) 1.8L Elegance Edition 125 5dr Auto
55Low Mileage
£6,450
Finance available £121 pm
- 1.8L
- Miles
89.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Estate
ESA Automotive
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2015 (65) 2.1L Sport 5dr Auto
22Reduced
£9,295
Finance available £185 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
112.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Midlands Car Trader
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2018 (67) 1.6L AMG Line 4dr Auto
10£13,499
Finance available £279 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
71.7K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2016 (16) 2.1L AMG Line 4dr
25Low Mileage
£17,199
- 2.1L
- Miles
43.9K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
Mercedes-Benz of Canterbury
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2018 (18) 2.1L AMG Line 5dr Auto
13£14,595
Finance available £303 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
76.6K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Estate
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
1999 (V) 1.8L Esprit 4dr Auto
25£8,995
Finance available £178 pm
- 1.8L
- Miles
11.0K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Auto2000 Prestige Cars
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2018 (68) 2L AMG Line 2dr Auto
33Low Mileage
£20,490
Finance available £418 pm
- 2L
- Miles
42.5K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Convertible
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2018 (67) 2.1L AMG Line 4dr Auto
57Low Mileage
£16,765
- 2.1L
- Miles
48.1K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Macklin Motors Nissan Glasgow Central
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2014 6.2L AMG 4dr
19Low Mileage
£25,995
Finance available £513 pm
- 6.2L
- Miles
59.0K
- Petrol
- Semi Auto
- Saloon
McNulty Motors Ltd
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2008 (08) 1.8L SE 4dr Auto
59Low Mileage
£3,990
Finance available £66 pm
- 1.8L
- Miles
80.9K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Royale Motoring Services LTD
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2016 (16) 2.1L AMG Line 4dr Auto
18£12,499
Finance available £257 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
88.3K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2017 1.6L Sport 5dr
£10,499
Finance available £212 pm
- 1.6L
- Miles
91.3K
- Diesel
- Manual
- Estate
Desmond Motors Used Car & Van Centre
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2006 (06) 2.1L Classic SE 4dr Auto
11£2,000
Finance available £22 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
160.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Saloon
Motor Trade UK
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2015 2.1L AMG Sport Edition 2dr
20Reduced
£4,995
Finance available £89 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
111.0K
- Diesel
- Semi Auto
- Coupe
Velocity Car Sales Ltd
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2013 2.1L AMG Sport 2dr Auto
12Reduced
£5,250
Finance available £94 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
73.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Coupe
Lands For Cars Oldbury
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2018 2.1L AMG Line 2dr Auto
11£15,495
Finance available £323 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
102.0K
- Diesel
- Automatic
- Coupe
MCautosales
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2003 (53) 1.8L Unlisted 4dr Auto
41Low Mileage
£3,495
Finance available £55 pm
- 1.8L
- Miles
78.2K
- Petrol
- Automatic
- Saloon
Pine Trees Garage
Mercedes-Benz, C-Class
2015 (15) 2.1L AMG Line 4dr Auto
26Low Mileage
£14,995
Finance available £312 pm
- 2.1L
- Miles
54.0K
- Hybrid
- Automatic
- Saloon
Motorz Ltd
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Trim
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Body Style
Mercedes-Benz C-Class ConvertibleMercedes-Benz C-Class CoupeMercedes-Benz C-Class EstateMercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon
Engine Size
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Fuel Type
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Transmission
Colour
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Registration Year
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Why buy a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
If you're in the market for a car that's classy and comfortable to drive, then a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a great choice. It has a large number of tech features, and with a wide range of engine options to choose from, you can choose between maximum efficiency and a sportier driving experience depending on your preference.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class snapshot review
Pros
- Economical engines
- Strong brand heritage
- Excellent levels of technology
Cons
- Can be costly to run and repair
- High purchase price
- Recalls to be aware of
Mercedes-Benz C-Class by type
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class information
Engines and transmissions
The newest lineup of engines is extensive, with petrol, diesel and a plug-in hybrid to choose from. Mercedes-Benz has offered both manual and automatic gearboxes, as well as front- or four-wheel drive.
Petrol- C 200 creates 201bhp for a 0-60mph time of 7.1 seconds and a rating of up to around 44mpg.
- 2.0-litre C 300 offers 254bhp to reduce the 0-60mph time to 5.8 seconds.
- C 300 e PHEV has an electric-only driving range of up to 68 miles per charge and outputs a combined 308bhp.
- AMG C 43 outputs 402bhp for a 0-62mph time of 4.6 seconds.
- Fastest option is the AMG C 63 S e hybrid with a combined 670bhp to hit 62mph in just 3.4 seconds.
- C 220 d makes 197bhp, returning the best non-hybrid efficiency rating of up to 62.8mpg, depending on the trim.
- C 300 d increases the output to 261bhp for a 5.7-second 0-62mph time and a rating of 53.3mpg.
Practicality
With various bodystyles and available features, it's easy to find a C-Class for any lifestyle, making it a practical lineup.
Interior space- Comfortable front seats offer many adjustments to keep you supported on long drives.
- Larger amount of rear headroom without the panoramic glass roof.
- Rear ISOFIX points keep child seats secure.
- 455-litre boot in petrol and diesel models.
- Plug-in models drop to 315 litres due to batteries taking up space.
- Rear back seats drop down by pushing a button to create more space.
- Saloon provides executive travel to carry five people comfortably.
- Estate model offers more space.
- Two-door coupé is the sportiest variant.
- Two-door convertible for summer driving.
Safety
- Perfect five-star rating from Euro NCAP in 2022.
- Adult occupant rating is 93%, with child occupant, pedestrian and safety assist all at 80% or higher.
- Standard safety kit includes airbags with a centre model, lane assist and automatic emergency brakes.
Technology
- Large dual screens – one for the infotainment system and another for the driver display.
- Voice activation reduces the chance of distraction.
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto offer better connectivity.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class generations
Fifth Generation (2021 to Present)
To keep up with the push for electrification, Mercedes-Benz released the fifth-generation C-Class with plug-in hybrid powertrain options. It also had advanced tech features, such as rear-axle steering. From a design standpoint, the new Mercedes-Benz showcased a longer front end and additional sloping to the A-pillars, with a shorter decklid.
The interior design looked very similar to the S-Class with a dashboard divided into an upper and a lower portion. Large screen displays are installed on the centre console, while fuel efficiency became the focus of the engine lineup.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.5 - 2
- MPG:
- 26 - 565
- Acceleration:
- 3.4 - 7.6 seconds
- Boot space:
- 280 - 490 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
C300e AMG Line 4dr 9G-Tronic
Cheapest
C200 Sport 4dr 9G-Tronic
Fastest
C63 S e 4Matic+ Carbon Edition 4dr MCT
Fourth Generation (2014 to 2023)
With the release of a new generation, Mercedes-Benz made the C-Class sportier. An available aerodynamic bumper had swept-back headlights with rounded corners. There was also an AMG styling package with wider wheels and more aggressive bumpers.
A 2018 refresh added more value to the luxury car. New LED headlights were provided, and the grille was updated with a horizontal slat to highlight the three-pointed star. Along with some new engine options, the company also released an optional full-digital instrument panel and touch-sensitive controls.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Hybrid - Diesel/Electric / Hybrid - Petrol/Electric / Not Supplied / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.5 - 4
- MPG:
- 24 - 235
- Acceleration:
- 3.9 - 10.6 seconds
- Boot space:
- 285 - 490 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
C300de Sport Edition 4dr 9G-Tronic
Cheapest
C200 SE 4dr
Fastest
C63 S 2dr Auto
Third Generation (2007 to 2015)
The third-generation C-Class was designed to be more suitable for families. Dropping the previous headlight design with the rounded style, the new model had a square design instead. It also came on a wheelbase measuring two inches longer than its predecessor, creating more rear legroom.
A mild refresh was offered in 2011 with a completely new front fascia and an in-dash infotainment system to replace the pop-out screen that was previously available. An upgraded 7G-Tronic Plus automatic gearbox was also released to fix some problems with the previous model.
- Fuel type:
- Diesel / Petrol
- Engine Size:
- 1.6 - 6.2
- MPG:
- 20 - 68
- Acceleration:
- 4.2 - 10.8 seconds
- Boot space:
- 450 - 485 L capacity
- NCAP Safety rating:
- 5 / 5 stars
Greenest
C180 Executive SE 4dr
Cheapest
C180K SE 4dr
Fastest
C63 Edition 507 2dr Auto
Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class FAQ's
Which is the most popular engine in the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The C 220d diesel engines have been among the most popular in the C-Class, because of their fantastic blend of efficiency and ample performance. The newer plug-in hybrid may start to become more popular in the coming years.
Which are the most popular trim levels?
Currently, Mercedes-Benz offers the C-Class in several trims: AMG Line, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Premium Plus, AMG Premium, AMG Premium Plus, Night Edition and Carbon Edition. The most popular among used cars is the AMG Line because of its added features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, an Artico leather dashboard and a Nappa leather steering wheel.
What optional extras should I look out for?
Customers should look out for the available ‘augmented reality’ navigation system that displays the next turn on the instrument panel or centre screen. It's also possible to find a head-up display with advanced graphics for more functionality.
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a good family car?
Yes, there is plenty of space for a family in the C-Class, particularly in the saloon and estate variants. Without a panoramic glass roof, there is maximum rear headroom, and there are ISOFIX points for the child seats.
Is there a hybrid version of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
In 2021, Mercedes-Benz released a lineup of plug-in hybrid engines for the C-Class. The C 300 e PHEV drives up to 68 miles on electric power with an output of 308bhp, before transitioning to hybrid power to allow you to continue your journey.
Is the Mercedes-Benz C-Class available as an automatic?
Yes, the most popular option has been the automatic transmissions, making these models easy to find in the used market. There are also some manual gearbox models available for those who want more control.
Is there a four-wheel drive version available?
Four-wheel drive is available, known as 4MATIC. These models aren't as popular as the front-wheel drive C-Class, so a little more searching may be needed, but the added capability is helpful when driving on slippery road surfaces.
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