Mercedes Benz C180 2000-2006 used car review

The Mercedes-Benz C180 Estate offers space and luxury in an affordable package.

Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

Exterior

Drive

Safety

Value

Interior

Overall score , 3.7 out of 5

The good

Massive load space for a mid-size car
Built-in safety barrier protects occupants
A lot of safety on offer for the price

The not-so-good

Reliability and cost of repairs should be noted
Steering is heavy around town

Inside and out

On the road

Safety

Reliability

Cost of ownership

Buyer's guide

Variants

Timeline

Details

Review vehicle

2006 Mercedes-Benz C180 Kompressor Avantgarde

Price

$8,000 to $10,000 for models which have travelled 70,000 to 120,000km

Engine

1.8-litre four-cylinder turbocharged, 105kW and 220Nm

Transmission

Five-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive

Safety rating

Five-star ANCAP rating

Servicing

15,000km or 12 months

Spare wheel

Space saver

Fuel economy

8.7-litres per 100km (claimed)

Fuel type

Premium

Length

4541mm

Width

1765mm

Height

1465mm

Towing capacity

Unofficial: 725kg (unbraked), 1700kg (braked)

Turning circle

10.8m

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Richard Edwards

Expert Reviewer | Auto Media Group

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