2018
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43

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  • AMG C 43 4MATIC Sedan
    Starts at
    $53,400
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupe
    Starts at
    $55,900
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AMG C 43 4MATIC Cabriolet
    Starts at
    $60,800
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Nine-speed automatic now standard
Turbo four-cylinder, V-6 or V-8 gas engines
Plug-in hybrid available
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay available

The good & the bad

The good

Excellent cabin materials
Strong acceleration
Intuitive multimedia system
Generous standard safety features
Well-executed folding backseat

The bad

Somewhat numb steering
Backseat still low to the floor
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.0%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.0%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old or less / less than 75,000 miles
Basic
1 year / unlimited miles
Dealer certification
164-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.9
Performance 4.9
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

  • By Ray J. from Naperville IL
    Owns this car
    August 25, 2023

    Failed Part at Low Mileage

    This does NOT refer to either my dealer's sales or service departments, both of which are excellent. But I have to relate that a life-of-the-car part, the steering control module, failed at only 8,500 miles, and as luck would have it, just after the new car warranty expired. It required two visits and over $1400 to repair. I've not heard anything from Mercedes about even a partial reimbursement- not that I really expect anything.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Peter from Santa Clara
    Owns this car
    November 4, 2020

    most fun drive ever... lot better than M3/M4...

    I was primarily looking for M4, but after test driving C43 it won my heart instantly. Transmission, acceleration, turns, etc. are lot smother but sportier than BMW.... Id highly recommend this car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By HDW from Odessa, Texas
    Owns this car
    July 29, 2020

    Love the convertible

    The car runs great, has plenty of pep, comfortable seats and and easy access for controls. Has ample interior room. Traded a 300 SLK for it and there is no comparison.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lion in the sun from Newport Beach
    Owns this car
    July 14, 2019

    Unexpected choice

    This car replaced my CLK500 that I drove for 11 years. Did not intend to buy another convertible, but MBZ has built a beauty in this AMG model
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lisa from San Diego
    Owns this car
    March 26, 2019

    best comfort

    the interior design is top as well as the exterior styling. Performance is outstanding. I would recommend this car to anyone who is looking for comfort and speed.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By fipenna from Miami
    Owns this car
    July 6, 2018

    Great car but has some ridiculous cheap flaws

    The goods: - Fantastic piece of engineering, amazing engine and 4 wheel drive - Very comfortable and full of "toys" in its base version - Very good riding and driving sensation The flaws: - How can an almost $60K come with Halogen headlights (the yellow old style headlights you remember from the 1990 Accord)?!?! - They charge extra for the navigation sd-card..... again, it's an almost $60K and it doesn't come with navigation from the factory..... and if you want to buy the sd-card from MB they'll charge you $650 on something you can buy somewhere else for $150 - Trunk is smaller than the competition
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jamark from Fort Lauderdale , Florida
    Test drove this car
    June 8, 2018

    Best Car on the market

    Its a wonderful car . Speed and comfort . The price is average but could be a little more less because its not originally an AMG hand made engine. This car is very good at handle the road. Well done mercesdez benz
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
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  • By Piurato from Stamford, CT
    Owns this car
    May 28, 2018

    MB C43 AMG is a winner!

    I love this car! This is my 6th C-class and second AMG - for the money, you cannot beat this car - 351 HP, it is very fast - loves to stay between 80-100 - great sound system, very comfortable - love all the creature features...and yet put it in Comfort Mode and it is a great family car, or for me, my every-day use car, and on weekends I throw it in Sport+ and his the roads! I have the 4Matic which is amazing in all weather including snow...
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By AMGbros from Fremont CA
    Owns this car
    May 10, 2018

    Such great car!

    Outstanding Performance, styling, comfort plus sports and for this price, I think its the best investment! This car can be comfort as a family car and beast mode when you are alone!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Perfesser Green from Boston, MA
    Owns this car
    December 18, 2017

    Buy yours now!

    A luxury sedan with fun under the hood. Even on "comfort" settings, be aware, this is a sport sedan and the ride can be firm, but not jarring. Excellent voice control system with the COMAND option. Easily beats out my old BMW 535 with over 20% more HP and torque plus AWD for less$. A fun enthusiast's car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Mike D from Fort Collins
    Owns this car
    October 7, 2017

    Best most enjoyable car I have ever owned

    Seeing the car in the show room and short test drives never tell the entire story. Once you drive it for a while you can start to understand what you like and dislike. It's been a week and driving this car and its absolutely wonderful. Beautiful comfortable interior, very comfortable seats many adjustments available, the voice control is easy to use and great for hands off computer controls, all 5 performance options are very useful for different places you are driving like city, highway mountains and smooth change on the fly. The extra power on the AMG is really incredible "F1 at my fingertips with the paddle shifters" after a few days I realized how useful the blind spot technology is it becomes second nature and just part of the normal driving safety. I feel I have a combo luxury car, sports car and SUV at my fingertips. Absolutely love it. Too soon to talk about reliability but if it's like the MB I owned before this it should be excellent.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43?

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 is available in 1 trim level:

  • AMG C 43 (3 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43?

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 reliable?

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 owners.

Is the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 11 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.9
  • Performance: 4.9
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.9

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