Mercedes C Class Price in Kenya and a full review

Mercedes C Class Price in Kenya varies with the model year, with shillings 3.5 million and above, you can buy a model that is around 8 years old. Locally used ones however come at a lower price. If you are budgeting for this car, it is important to understand how much you need for the model year you are looking for, that is why we will list the prices of different models of the C Class below and also have a review of the car.

Introduction to the Mercedes C-class

The Mercedes C-class sedans are what someone who is getting started with Mercedes cars should go for if not the A-class. The vehicles in this class offer luxury while their price is not as high as those from other Mercedes line up. For anyone who wants to learn more about the Sedans in this class, this article will shed some light. We will look at the features of the vehicles and also list the prices of different models from the Mercedes C class in Kenya.

Mercedes C class is manufactured by the German automobile manufacturer, Mercedes Benz. The car was introduced in 1993 to replace the W201 which was in the market from1982. In the Sedans from Mercedes, the C class can be termed as the entry-level while the E class is in the middle and at the top of the line is the S class. The C-class competes with the Audi A4 and BMW 3 series mainly.

There have been different generations of the C class that include the W202, W203, W204 and the W205 which was introduced in 2014. Common models include the C180, C200, C250 and C300.

Mercedes C class price in Kenya

The price of the car will vary based on its condition, the seller, the model and even the trim level. Still, we can be able to give a range of the price in the market, that is what we are going to do below.

Also see: Honda Accord price in Kenya.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Mercedes C class.

The above prices will vary slightly depending on the trim level and the model you for in the C Class.

Mercedes C class Specifications

The Mercedes C class is known as the compact version of the Sedans offeres by this brand, of course, the recent A class is smaller but the C class maintains its compact name tag. That is however not say that this vehicle is short of comfort, you get a premium vehicle just like you would expect from a luxury brand like Mercedes. To understand this, let’s look at what the vehicle has to offer below.

The main trim in the C class is the Sport and AMG Line, the features will hence vary slightly depending on the trim level that you go for.

1. Mercedes C Class Exterior

The exterior of the C Class gives that premium look you get from Mercedes vehicles, there are curvy lines and body design that spells out Mercedes even without looking at the logo. Since it’s compact, the wheelbase is not that long.

Here are the exterior specs of the Mercedes C Class:

• The cars come with 4 doors for the Sedan(two front and two rear)
• Most of the Mercedes models in the C class come with a ground clearance of 6.2 inches which is not that bad since the recommended on Kenyan roads is 6.5 inches
• The front grille is not that huge but you get a big Mercedes logo on it
• This Sedan comes with 17 inches, 18 inches or 19 inches alloy wheels
• The car has LED headlights plus taillights. Additionally, you get the daytime running lights
• Parking sensors are also a standard
• Optional air suspensions
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. Mercedes C Class Interior

The car will differently give you a luxurious and comfortable ride, it also comes packed with tech features that will assist you as the driver when cruising.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom and headroom of the vehicle are good on both rows except for the middle seat at the back which is interfered with by the transmission tunnel
• You get full leather or semi leather seats
• The cars have electric-powered memory seats as a standard
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glove box and the seat jacket pockets
• The middle seat has an armrest that includes a storage compartment and cupholders
• With 475 Liters boot space, you can carry a good amount of luggage considering this is a Sedan. Below the boot space, you get an additional compartment
• There are also USB and Sockets for charging your devices. In recent models, there is wireless charging
• The infotainment system is mounted on top of the dashboard
• In most models, you will get the Apple car play and the Android Auto
• A clock on the dashboard also adds to the class feel of the interior
• You also get a digital driver’s display but with analog gauges
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• If you want to set the mood in the vehicle, use the ambient lighting feature
• A reverse camera is available on most of the models
• Climate control is another feature
• The steering wheel is adjustable, in the recent modes, it is electric-powered
• Additionally, the car has a paddle shifter
• Keyless entry is standard
• For safety, the car has an automatic emergency braking system, lane departure assist and pedestrian warning system

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3. Mercedes C-class Engine specs

The car comes with different engine options, some of the engines are also available in the E class and the S class.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Mercedes C-class:

• The engine capacities available include 1.5Liter petrol, 2.0Liter petrol, 2.0Liter diesel and 2.0Liter hybrid
• As you will note, you can get a diesel, petrol or even a hybrid
• Turbocharged(denoted by CDI for diesel or CGI for petrol) and Supercharged(denoted by Kompressor) options are also available on the above listed engines
• The power given by the engine ranges around 202bhp to 313bhp
• The transmission system in the C class is mainly the 7G Tronic 7-speed automatic gearbox
• In the C Class, you can choose between a Rear Wheel Drive and a Four Wheel Drive. The most common is the Rear Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption starts around 7.0L/100km. This also depends on your driving style
• Lastly, Mercedes E Class has a tank capacity of up to 66 Liters

The car handles very well on the road even around corners. The other thing you will enjoy is the comfort, the ride is just quiet and comfortable in the C Class. There are little blind spots but this is compensated with the driver-assist technologies fitted in the car.

Mercedes C class is definitely a car worth considering especially if you are looking for comfort. You will travel long distances without feeling tired, it is also a nice family car. The buying cost and maintenance cost is however high like most luxurious vehicles.

Bottomline

As you can see from above, the price of Mercedes C Class in Kenya varies depending on the model year, additionally, the cost also depends on the condition of the car and the seller. Most dealers are offering Mercedes C Class cars that are 8 years or 7 years, the price range for these models is around Ksh 3.5 million as we stated above. The running cost of the vehicle is average, this is because the car is reliable and the fuel economy is good, however, spare parts are expensive.