Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's and the Volkswagen Golf's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Volkswagen Golf.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf Pricing
A used 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class ranges from $3,400 to $10,417 while a used 2005 Volkswagen Golf is priced between $3,499 to $8,793.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class’s base engine makes 189 horsepower, and the Volkswagen Golf base engine makes 115 horsepower. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles.This gives the Volkswagen Golf the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volkswagen Golf has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3400 - 10417
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3499 - 8793
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 26Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
31 out of / 43Ranking
32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
C 230 Kompressor, C 320, C 240, C 240 4MATIC, C 320 4MATIC, C 55 AMG
Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
189 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.042 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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 Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
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:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
94.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3250 lbs
Width:
68 inches
Height:
54.3 inches
Length:
171 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2771 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
164.9 inches
Wheelbase:
98.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40ZR17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15