Overview & Reviews

Only minor changes are in store for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Front seat-mounted pelvic airbags have been added to all models, and the optional hard drive-based navigation system now offers 40GB of storage space as well as Zagat restaurant information. Driver side memory settings with a power steering column and a tilt-down reverse passenger mirror are now standard on the C350 (and optional on other models as part of a package). In addition, Sport sedans get a newly designed instrument cluster.

• Distinct sport- and luxury-oriented models, stable handling, smooth ride quality, massively capable C63 AMG, impressive Multimedia package, excellent build quality.

• Six-cylinder engines not quite as powerful as those of some competitors, austere interior, no manual transmission available on the C350 or C63 AMG.

User Reviews:

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  I recommend - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By C300 fun - September 15 - 11:33 am

  I test drove Audi A4 and Lexus I250. Both are great cars, but they did not catch my soul. As soon as I saw C300 Sport in the deader, I "fell in love." Excellent exterior design! The ride in C300 is very comfortable and solid. When I drive it in the hard rain, it is unbelievably stable. I feel more secured and protected inside C300 while driving than IS250 and A4. The gas pedal is stiff, but once I step on, the car runs fast. Gas mileage is about 20-21 in local traffic and 25-26 in highway. Not so bad in V6. The package includes Premimum 2, Ipod connection, automatic transmission.

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  substitute for a BMW?? - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By ITR driver - September 14 - 2:43 am

  I test drove BMW 335i before settle with MB C300 sport. I bought it because of good discount from factory + dealer. It is a well built car, not as fast as the BMW, and handling is just as good as BMW providing you are not on a track. I do feel the throttle response is slow! so is the Automatic transmission down shift! It takes about 1-2 sec. from gentle press down the gas pedal to actually see response acceleration. The AT also reluctant to downshift quickly when press the gas pedal deeply. It is ok in regular driving but will be a different story if try to avoid an accident or quick lane change.

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  Great Car - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Joel - September 10 - 3:50 pm

  2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan has met all of my expectations for a sport sedan. The performance and look of this car is terrific. I have a C300 Sport with the 6 speed manual transmission, Premium 1 & Multimedia packages, IPod Integration Kit, and the 18” AMG wheels. I have driven many cars of different make, model and price range. The C300 Sport Sedan easily wins in value and prestige for the money.

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  Impressed - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By coadster - May 12 - 11:26 am

  We just purchased recently but so far are really impressed with the car. The style is a head turner and the interior is awesome..the high tech. advancements are very high end. It drives like a little sports/race car while has much more room inside than expected, especially with the fold down rear seats. Huge advancements over prior models and it really feels and looks like a MB should!

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  happy 10 months & 10,800 miles after - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By merc2009 - March 8 - 9:53 am

  This is my second review after 10 months and 10,800 miles. Please, see the very first review in the series. I am overall very happy with the car. The ride is solid, well controlled, and the steering is light, which I personally like. Surprised to read others horror stories about gas consumption as I get 17-18 mpg in the city and 28-30 on the highway at 65 mpg. The manual shifter is not the slickest on the market (Acura TSX is better, I tried), but pretty short throw and works without failure. The car isnt super fast from the start, but enough power for me (after all its 228 hp, not 300 like some others). Like how quiet the car is. The electronics are great (got P2 package).

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  Baby Benz or is it ? C300 Sport 4Matic - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Jason - August 1 - 2:36 pm

  I love this car it has it all, Comfort Looks and Performance! Great Gas Mileage. No complaints.

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  3rd review at just almost one year - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By coadster - May 27 - 5:40 pm

  Have had for almost a year now-still unusually ecstatic. Granted only driven it 3000 miles but have had absolutely no issues at all(other than the signal lever/cruise lever are too close together). MB Tex is much better than leather (although others cant tell the difference). Fold down rear seats have proved wonderful. Just loaned it to friends for the past week and they dont want to give it back now-it is a sports, luxury car and love the sporty look and drive.

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  Superb Engineering and Perfromance - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By Todd Rauppius - February 25 - 3:26 am

  I picked my C350W at the Sindelfingen factory as part of the European Delivery Alps/Black Forest rally trip. The level of comfort, quiet, and road performance is simply outstanding. As an engineer I really appreciate all of the hidden details and overall sophistication in the design features. I have driven stretches of autobahn at 110 MPH and the car is serenely quiet and rock solid at this speed. This is combined with strong brakes, effortless tracking on winding country roads, and unexpectdly good mileage on this trip 24.9 MPG overall. Firm seating comfortable for long stretches, awesome HK Logic 7 sound system, smart HID lights, and great instrumentation and controls.

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  MBNA Corp has no regard for customers out of warranty - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By car_maven_1 - February 23 - 4:24 am

  I was happy my C300 Sport 4matic while it was under warranty. A few technical problems (mostly w/navi) but otherwise good. Recently, at 53,00 miles and 46 months old, my inside door handle broke making it impossible to exit the car. It is $1200 to repair this plastic part (must replace entire pannel)! The dealer said it was out of warranty and suggested calling MBNA corporate. Both the agent assigend to my case and his supervisor were rude and could not care less that this would have been covered 45 days earlier, or that it was my familys 13th Benz. I told him I would never buy another - he didnt care. At least the dealer agreed to split the repair cost. Next time Porsche!

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  Solid Build, Great Ride - 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  By solavino21 - January 24 - 8:23 pm

  I have P1, iPod, 4Matic, and Multimedia, in addition to a regular (not panoramic) sunroof. I was shocked to realize that the rear seat did not fold. I also wish that MB would be more standard in premium packaging. For example, the M-Classs premium 1 package includes parkview camera and navigation.