2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
When we compare the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranges from $21,713 to $51,568 while a used 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $23,674 to $49,962.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class both lose 47.4 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 7.8 out of 10. Mercedes-Benz C-Class is ranked 7 out of 25 Best Luxury Convertibles based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 7.6 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, while the C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 505 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are compact cars, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room. The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of front head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
51200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
42046
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
28100 - 66500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
51850
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
42984
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
25900 - 74200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
31380
Price Range:
21713 - 51568
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
23258
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
16692 - 55570
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
367
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
66328
# Good or Great Deals:
125
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
33134
Price Range:
23674 - 49962
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
26773
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
19270 - 45859
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
332
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
59791
# Good or Great Deals:
126
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
5.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
2.5 - 13.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
6.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.5 - 14.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.693110249016295
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.4 - 14.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8689137411695198
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
3.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.0 - 17.0
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 505 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
81.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
55.3 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3836 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
55.3 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Brilliant Blue Metallic / Lunar Blue Metallic
Brown
Dakota Brown Metallic
Gray
designo Selenite Grey Magno / Selenite Grey Metallic
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Diamond Silver Metallic / Iridium Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Blue
Brilliant Blue Metallic / Lunar Blue Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
designo Selenite Grey Magno / Graphite Grey Metallic / Selenite Grey Metallic
Red
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Iridium Silver Metallic / Mojave Silver Metallic
White
designo Diamond White Metallic / Polar White
Interior Colors
Beige
Silk Beige/Black
Black
Black
Brown
Saddle Brown/Black
Gray
Crystal Grey/Black
Red
Bengal Red / Cranberry Red/Black
White
Porcelain/Black
Interior Colors
Beige
Sahara Beige/Black
Black
Black
Brown
Espresso Brown/Black / Saddle Brown/Black
Gray
Magma Grey/Black
Red
Bengal Red / Cranberry Red/Black
White
Porcelain/Black
