The 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-class is amongst the list of luxury small car segments. It has a posh interior that is composed of driving dynamics and refined engine options. It has an elegant interior that includes high-grade materials. The engine is also more refined and powerful than ever before. A new standard nine-speed automatic transmission, a rear-view camera that is included in the base model, and an available Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are the latest features of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The only problem is that it has a complex infotainment system and low predicted reliability rating which are the things that keep it from ranking higher. But in all, it is easy and comfortable to drive.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Trims
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-class comes in three body styles which are sedan, coupe, and convertible (also Cabriolet). The sedan, coupe, and convertible of the C-class are available in five trim levels of which the base C300 and C300 4Matic (All-wheel drive) are included. Most c-classes get the same standard equipment and are also available with a lot of packages and stand-alone options.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Features
The C300 sedan along with the C300 4Matic comes standard with features that include;
- 17-inch wheels.
- Nine-speed automatic transmission.
- A rear-view camera.
- 10-way power front seats in addition to a four-way lumbar adjustment.
- Automatic wipers.
- A sunroof.
- Double zone automatic climate control.
- A power tilt and telescoping steering wheel.
- Driver-seat memory settings.
- Simulated leather upholstery with a lovely MB-Tex.
- 40/20/40 split folding rear seat-backs.
- Bluetooth and an audio system that has a CD player.
- Dual USB ports.
- SD card reader.
- HD radio.
- COMAND infotainment system with a 7-inch central display screen and a console-mounted dial controller.
The C300 coupe has the same features including 18-inch wheels. The C300 convertible has a few added features which include;
- A power-folding fabric top.
- A Mercedes Airscarf system that delivers warmed air to the neck and shoulders of front passengers.
- A removable wind blocker.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Engine
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz c300 is built standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and has a line-up of other engines which are 3.0 and 4.0 litre which is backed by either a nine-speed automatic or a seven-speed automatic transmission. It has a horsepower of 241 and a pound-feet of torque of 273. The base engine size is 2.0 with a turning circle of 36.8 feet and 16 valves.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Fuel Economy
The estimated fuel economy for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz base C300 is a combined mpg of 27 with 24 mpg city run and 33 mpg highway run. Its fuel type is premium unleaded with a fuel tank capacity of 17.4 gallons.
The C300 and C300 4Matic Sedan have an estimated fuel economy of 24 mpg city run and 33 mpg highway run, 23 mpg city run and 32 mpg highway run respectively. The C300 Coupe and the C300 4Matic Coupe have an estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city run and 30 mpg highway run for both. The C300 Convertible and the C300 4Matic Convertible have an estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg city run and 29 mpg highway run for both.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Safety Features
The key features of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 include;
- Pre-collision safety.
- Remote anti-theft alarm system.
- Emergency braking preparation.
- Stability and traction control.
- Tire pressuring monitoring system.
- 4-wheel ABS.
- Front and rear head airbags.
- Engine Immobilizer.
- Turn signal mirrors.
- Rear door child safety locks.
- Front and rear ventilated disc brakes.
- Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation.
- Rear centre 3-point belt.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Interior
The C-class of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 has two rows of seats and can hold five passengers in the sedan models and four passengers in the coupe and convenience models. The interiors are classy thanks to its stylish design and premium materials that were used. The seats at the front are comfortable and can be adjusted easily making it easier to find a suitable driving position for either tall or short people. The rear seats do not have as much space as the front and tall people will feel squeezed when trying to sit there.
The Sedan C-class models have 12.6 cubic-foot trunks. The coupe C-class has 10.5 cubic feet while the convertible has 8.8 cubic feet. The sedan models have good cargo space for that class of car but the Coupe and Convertible have relatively small cargo spaces.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Exterior
The exterior dimensions in inches of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 are;
- Height – 56.8 inches.
- Length – 184.5 inches.
- Width (excluding mirrors) – 71.3 inches.
- Wheel base – 111.8 inches.
The colour options that are available for this year’s Mercedes-Benz model are Lunar Blue Metallic, Dakota Brown Metallic, Black, Iridium Silver Metallic, Obsidian Black Metallic, Selenite Grey Metallic, designo Cardinal Red Metallic, Polar white, Diamond Silver Metallic, designo Diamond White Metallic and Brilliant Blue Metallic.
2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Price
| MODEL | PRICE |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4DR SEDAN | N18 Million Naira |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC 4DR SEDAN AWD | N22 Million Naira |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 2DR COUPE | N16.5 Million Naira |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 2DR CONVERTIBLE | N14.7 Million Naira |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC 2DR CONVERTIBLE AWD | N18.5 Million Naira |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4MATIC 2DR COUPE | N21 Million Naira |
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