Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedans

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#7268 of 7297 Re: Fuel economy [autoboy16] by cdnpinhead May 12, 2007 (7:57 am)
Replying to: autoboy16 (May 12, 2007 3:52 am) Well, if the rest of the car, particularly the electrical/electronic systems, proves to be half as robust as the engine probably will be, I'll be quite interested. I figure it'll be 3-5 years before the jury returns its verdict. Oh, and it'd better come with a manual transmission.
#7269 of 7297 ... by plekto May 12, 2007 (4:43 pm)
It's a shame, though, that they did away with the 1.8L supercharged engine, though. Same performance as the 2.3L engine, but 100lbs lighter and much better fuel efficiency. It also revved very quickly, which made the manual versions of it amazing to drive compared to the others. Light - quick - and fun. Replies to this message: autoboy16 (May 13, 2007 4:29 am)
#7270 of 7297 Re: ... [plekto] by autoboy16 May 13, 2007 (4:29 am)
Replying to: plekto (May 12, 2007 4:43 pm) Yes but it was the better decision A supercharger wears down the life of the engine. Its like you drinking espresso. For awhile you'll be fine but by the end of the week... Also, the 2.5l v6 has better fuel economy(7speed auto) and doesn't have to work nearly as hard as that old engine. If anything, they should turbocharge the 3.5l v6 and aim for 306hp to be up there with the competition. It only compares with the Acura TSX (205hp 4cyl. Likely to get 2.3l turbo and 260hp), saab 9-3(Redesigned soon to new Elpsilion2 platform with Malibu, Aura ect), and the smaller engines from Lexus and BMW. Oh, mercedes may bring over the A or B class hatches to compete with the 1series, A3, ect so you may see that engine again. -Cj
#7271 of 7297 Fuel economy by bufnita May 13, 2007 (6:05 am)
The fuel economy is listed on the mbusa.com website and also on the window sticker at the dealership. It is not 21/30. Replies to this message: autoboy16 (May 13, 2007 9:00 am) plekto (May 13, 2007 7:39 pm)
#7272 of 7297 Re: Fuel economy [bufnita] by autoboy16 May 13, 2007 (9:00 am)
Replying to: bufnita (May 13, 2007 6:05 am) FOR THE RECORD!!! The 2007 C230 Sport Sedan has 19city/25highway MPG 6MT The 2007 C280 Luxury Sedan has 22city/28highway MPG 7AT The 2007 C350 Sport Sedan has 20city/28highway MPG 6MT The 2007 C350 Luxury Sedan has 20city/29highway MPG 7AT My favorite car in the class, the 2007 Acura TSX 6MT has 22city/30highway MPG. 5AT is 22city/32highway MPG Heres a link to my source which IMO is very reliable. -Cj Replies to this message: plekto (May 13, 2007 7:39 pm)
#7273 of 7297 Re: Fuel economy [autoboy16] by plekto May 13, 2007 (7:39 pm)
Replying to: autoboy16 (May 13, 2007 9:00 am) The 2005 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan has 24city/33highway with automatic. And it's 3250lbs. The new C230 is 3405lbs. It really is a shame that they got rid of that specific combo. Bit quicker, better gas mileage, and less weight.
#7274 of 7297 2005 C240 4matic advice by psobkiewicz May 14, 2007 (10:52 am)
I'm looking at purchasing a used 05 C240 4matic. What is the performance (acceleration) on this car compared the the C240 RWD? How has the reliability been? Also, has anyone used a rear-facing car seat in theirs? Does it fit OK? Also, what kind of MPG is everyone getting? Thanks! Replies to this message: autoboy16 (May 14, 2007 11:25 am) psobkiewicz (May 14, 2007 11:29 am) plekto (May 14, 2007 5:01 pm) autoboy16 (May 17, 2007 4:23 am) plekto (May 17, 2007 2:10 pm) and 4 more...
#7275 of 7297 Re: 2005 C240 4matic advice [psobkiewicz] by autoboy16 May 14, 2007 (11:25 am)
Replying to: psobkiewicz (May 14, 2007 10:52 am) IMO, the worst mistake you can make is to buy a C class, 3 series, or A4 for a rear facing child seat. It has basically the smallest amount of space available. IMO, you should look for a 2004-2007 acura TL. It bigger, cheaper, more powerful, more fuel efficient(The RWD c280 gets better city 22 vs the acura's 20) and holds its value. more If you need AWD, try the acura RL, acura MDX(04-06), RX330(RX350)or even the g35x. Heres a comparison to the TL, RL, C class(RWD and AWD), and g35x, -A great place to check for used, new, or "certified pre-owned" cars is www. Autotrader.com. -Cj Hope this helps! Replies to this message: psobkiewicz (May 14, 2007 11:29 am)
#7276 of 7297 Re: 2005 C240 4matic advice [autoboy16] by psobkiewicz May 14, 2007 (11:29 am)
Replying to: autoboy16 (May 14, 2007 11:25 am) Thanks for the heads up on the car seat. We are actually looking at an 05 TL. We currently have an 02 3.2TL that we're getting rid of. My wife had a 95 C280 prior and she misses the benz...
#7277 of 7297 Re: 2005 C240 4matic advice [psobkiewicz] by plekto May 14, 2007 (5:01 pm)
Replying to: psobkiewicz (May 14, 2007 10:52 am) I'm looking at purchasing a used 05 C240 4matic. What is the performance (acceleration) on this car compared the the C240 RWD? How has the reliability been? Also, has anyone used a rear-facing car seat in theirs? Does it fit OK? Also, what kind of MPG is everyone getting? Thanks! **** I'd pass on it. If you really REALLY need AWD, get a Subaru or a 4x4 SUV. Otherwise, a RWD sedan with traction/stability control will do just as well as any part-time AWD system(and often better on dry roads). The C Class is only reliable if you get it without the electronic options(sunroof, gps, etc) and also with only two engines for those years - the 1.8 Supercharged 4 and the 3.2L engines. Manual is a must as well, because Mercedes doesn't hardly make ANY automatics in Germany - so it's a cheap unit that's not up to the standards of the E or S class. Think Chrysler transmission in a Benz for a correct mental image. The C class AWD is based upon this level of "quality" so it's a bad choice. And the Mercedes 4Matics are quite honestly, hellishly expensive to fix if they go bad. But... A C320 with manual is a joy. I like the Kompressor as well since ~190HP is plenty for a small sedan. Replies to this message: autoboy16 (May 17, 2007 4:23 am) plekto (May 17, 2007 2:10 pm) boomchek (May 17, 2007 5:17 pm) and 3 more...