Overview & Reviews

For 2006, both the wagon and the slow-selling C-Class coupe are history, leaving only the sedan. A V6 engine is now standard on every sedan model. The C230 gets a new 201-hp, 2.5-liter V6, while the C240 is renamed the C280 and has a 228-hp, 3.0-liter V6. The C320 is now the C350, boasting a 268-hp, 3.5-liter V6. 4Matic-equipped vehicles get an improved five-speed automatic, and rear-wheel-drive models get a new seven-speed automatic.

• State-of-the-art safety and luxury features, pleasing power from top V6 engine.

• More expensive than competitors, ordinary cabin furnishings, small backseat, only available as a sedan.

User Reviews:

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  My Lemon - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Jo - August 1 - 11:03 pm

  I always heard Mercedes was a well made car, but then I got mine. My car goes into the shop every month for something. After 3000 miles my a/c leaked out all over inside my car. My last straw was when my car handle broke off after being in the shop for a month. Mercedes is willing to fix the problems but not do anything else. I find this VERY wrong for such a big car company. AND THEY also stated every year you own the car the value reduces $5000 to $7000 because they tried to give my $20000 for a year old bought brand new car.

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  w203 C350 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By jk062602kj - June 7 - 7:20 am

  All I can say is this car is amazing. Very fast car and very smooth shifting (7G-Tronic Tranny). This car is a sleeper (dont expect it to be that fast). The sport model came in 7 speed auto and 6 speed manual. The car is able to beat and keep up with very fast cars. Beat - (G35 Sedan, G35 Coupe, 328, 330, ML500, A4). Very fun to drive and pretty rare.

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  Chose this over BMW and Audi - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Theresa - March 25 - 2:53 pm

  I had just purchased this vehicle and love it. I looked at the BMW 3 series and the Audi 3 series. People will try to contradict you about Mercedes and how its not that great of a car. It is far better than the BMW and Audi. My family owns both BMW and Audis. The interior does not even compare to the others. Also, the 4 wheel drive is something that BMW doesnt have. The horsepower in the C280 4matic has more HP than the more expensive Audi(3.0 Quattro) and BMW(330) models. I paid $38,500 Fully loaded nav system and all.

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  325 Vs. 230 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Ken From Cal. - March 19 - 12:16 pm

  This is my 2nd MB, the 1st 92E300. My wife owns a 00 BMW 323 since birth. And before I purchased the C230, I test drove the new 06 BMW 325. The cockpit is very ergo for my wife & I, shes 5 00" and Im 510". In Automatic mode, from the start, the take off studders, however, in manual mode, the power is in your hands and I feel a smoother acceleration. Two driving modes, "cold" & "summer". When "cold" is engage, the car feels extra stable and driving feels safe. I didnt feel this w/ the 325.

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  Makes me want to get up to go to work - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Wisconsin - March 7 - 6:33 pm

  After two months, finally some bad weather for the 4 matic which was sure footed in heavy rain. The automatic winshield wipers are pretty cool. Although a smaller sedan, its interior does not seem small even when my wife and two teens go along. The field of view, steering wheel controls, mirror placement, overall performance, and ride make this the best vehicle Ive ever owned.

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  Fun Car - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Steve - March 5 - 12:56 pm

  This car is very smooth. I dont tend to use the car as hard as I did my 540 with a stick but the power and performance is there. Certainly it has a stiff suspension but I have found it civilized. Interior is confortable and functional. I love some of the details like contrasting stitching and suade details on the seats. Basically, if you want a really civilized car that can has heavy duty performance underneath the surface this is a great choice.

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  Perfect combination - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Jacques Dermosessian - January 18 - 10:43 pm

  The combination of the engine power relative to the body size & weight makes it just perfect! I have always disliked Mercedes shapes especially interior, but the C55 made me become a fan of Benz. I enjoy most the low profile exterior of the C55 that only specialists know whats going on inside that car. in sum, I like the mixture of luxury & sportiness of the C55 AMG. Last car was Audi A8 4.2 quattro, and the stability of the C55 when ESP is off gives you real adrenaline rush on turns because it is really designed in a responsive way and is willing to coop by the second with the drivers style. With all due modesty, you have to know how to drive the C55 to take out the cars frustration !

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  New C-230 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By darrell - January 18 - 4:33 am

  This is my first Mercedes. My family love it. I bought the C230 sport Mars red with sat. radio. It may have been a bit pricey but you get what you paid for. The transmission was a litle tricky but very used to it now. Gas mileage is very good for a premium only car. It gets plenty of attention. I get plenty of compliments. It is a weekend car and my wife cant get enough of driving it. I would recommend this car for entry level budget buyers. I will never buy nothing but Mercedes.

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  Performance Decrease for 2006 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Aaron - December 19 - 11:10 am

  I assume it was for "Marketing" purposes but starting 2006, Benz is putting a 6cyl just breaking that "magic barrier" at a reported 201HP. Well I just traded my 2004 C230 Kompressor in for a 2006 that I had ordered. It was the first 2006 C230 to be delivered so I hadnt driven a 2006. Big Mistake! There is a significant perforance drop compared to my 2004 even though it has a reported 189 HP, but I think the key is there is less torque on the new 6 cyl compared to the 4 cyl.

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  2006 CPO C280 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By JT - November 27 - 12:50 pm

  I purchased this one year old former dealer loaner after an extensive online search. Ive mostly owned Japanese cars before, with one long term Volvo. This MB, like the Volvo, is a drivers car, not an owners car. It handles beautifully, is a great highway cruiser, is sharp looking and, so far, trouble free. I didnt get awd, tho Im now in the snowbelt, and I dont take it out in the snow much at all. Its fine around town, but its real strength is on the highway, very solid and sure, a real pleasure to drive. If it remains trouble free it will be a winner.