2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Kelley Blue Book Retail $19,950–$38,200  

MPG City: 12 – 18 Highway: 19 – 26

Available Engines

228-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (premium)
228-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (flexible; E85)
268-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 (premium)
451-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
7-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual

Average Consumer Rating

(4.5) 39 consumer reviews

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New or Notable

Choice of two V-6s or a rip-roaring V-8
Manual or automatic
RWD or AWD
Six airbags
Optional panoramic moonroof
 

What We Like

+Handling balance
+Highway stability
+Navigation screen clarity
+Scaled-down S-Class looks
 

What We Don't

-Firm front seats uncomfortable for long drives
-Smallish rear seats
-Too much power-steering assist
 
Mercedes-Benz redesigned its entry-level C-Class for 2008, offering new styling reminiscent of the automaker's latest S-Class flagship. Engine choices remain the same as last year: The C300 has a 228-horsepower V-6, while the C350 offers a larger, 268-hp V-6. All-wheel drive is available.  Read More

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