IIHS Crash Test
MPG (up to)
18 -20 City / 25 -27 HWY
Horsepower
168 -215
Seats
5
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Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Phaedra H
It was imported from Germany.
My car is German made, has great gas mileage, supports my long drives, is completely reliable and a beautiful car.
accountCircle Nicole B
I love how it turns on a dime.
It an 2001 c class most of my problems are wear and tear ceiling falling, abs, and windshield blade, engine mounts.
accountCircle Jose C
It has heated seats and a big trunk
It runs smoothly, since it is older it does make a good amount of noise. Steering acts up but is Manageable. The parts are more expensive since it is a foreign car, this is the only real downside to this brand of car. I would highly suggest this car.
accountCircle Jana H
I love the ride of a Mercedes. The suspension gets noisy at high miles which can get expensive. It drives and performs great. Good sound engine, and very reliable. The comfort of Merced's is sure luxury!
They run forever! German built! They do not change much over the years, and good resale value!
accountCircle Lorena C
Drives fast and handle good turns
My 2001 c240 Benz is 6 speeds . Handle good turn , drives smooth . Had my car for 5 years and hasn't had major problems . Just basic wear and tear. I take good care of my and keep up with the necessary maintenance and will last longer than you think. Good speed and turns on a dime . Leather seats and automatic locks .
accountCircle Candace M
It is reliable, and lasts for a very long time.
I haven't had any issues out of my Benz. It is very reliable. It is a manual so there are no transmission issues. The engine is strong still. I love that anytime there are small issues, the electronic display gives warnings. It notifies for anything from need to have an oil change to issues with the tires. The seats are electric also, which is very convenient.
accountCircle Liz S
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The look, size, ease of driving. Had a lot of issues when it was new but now more reliable. Costs too much to repair.
accountCircle emily B
The best car you could get.
Actually yesterday the engine wouldn't turn over because there was a technological problem. There's a lot of those with Mercedes but I love my car, it drives smoothly and is really fun in sport mode. It is sort of a gas guzzler but it is honestly worth it. Very spacious and the speakers are really good for a car that is so old.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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4dr Sdn 2.6L
168 HP 23-23 MPG 5 Seats
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4dr Sdn 3.2L
215 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats
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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Owner Reviews

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4 stars 23%
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accountCircle Amanda B on February 17, 2021
Voted one of the safest vehicles around!
I like the fuel economy on this vehicle. I have enough room to transport clients comfortably. Love the leather interior and how well it drives. Dislike having to use premium fuel.
accountCircle Jose C on January 24, 2021
It has heated seats and a big trunk
It runs smoothly, since it is older it does make a good amount of noise. Steering acts up but is Manageable. The parts are more expensive since it is a foreign car, this is the only real downside to this brand of car. I would highly suggest this car.

Ranks #1 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average owner rating of 4.77 out of 5 which ranks it #1 of 12 other Luxury Small Cars.

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Ranks #6 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #6 of 12 other Luxury Small Cars.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some 2001 mercedes benz c240 problems?

Answer: The most common problem reported for the 2001 Mercedes-Benz C240 is a faulty stepper motor actuating arm, which causes an annoying clicking sound behind the dash. The issue tends to arise right around 105,000...

What's the 2001 mercedes c320 engine oil type?

Answer: The 2001 Mercedes C320 uses SAE 5W-30 oil and Mercedes recommends that You use full synthetic oil for the best protection on Your engine. It is important to use the correct oil with Your vehicle because that is...

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety