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Used 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan will initially be sold in two trim levels: C 300 and C 300 4Matic. Powering both is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (255 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque) that is paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission. The C 300 and C 300 4Matic share the same level of equipment — the only difference is that the C 300 is rear-wheel-drive, while the C 300 4Matic is all-wheel-drive.

Unlike previous iterations of the C-Class — and, indeed, other Mercedes models — the C 300 is available in traditional trim levels rather than a base model with many packages and individual options. The trim levels are known as Premium, Exclusive and Pinnacle.

Premium
The base C 300 Premium comes standard with:

  • 18-inch wheels
  • Power-folding mirrors
  • Sunroof
  • Hands-free power trunklid
  • Keyless entry and ignition
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Digital instrument panel
  • Simulated leather upholstery (Mercedes' MB-Tex)
  • Heated front seats
  • Ambient interior lighting
  • 11.9-inch touchscreen
  • Wi-Fi hotspot
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity)

These driver assist features also come standard:

  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
  • Adaptive high-beam assist (selectively blocks a portion of the high beams for oncoming traffic)
  • Drowsy driver monitor (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued)
  • Safe-exit system (can prevent passengers from opening a door into traffic approaching from behind)
  • Emergency stop assist (senses if the driver is incapacitated and automatically turns on the hazard lights, brings the vehicle to a stop and summons assistance)

Exclusive
The next-level Exclusive trim adds:

  • Burmester premium audio system
  • Wireless smartphone charging pad
  • Streaming music services
  • Automated parking system
  • 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the C-Class and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

Pinnacle
The most generously equipped C-Class is the Pinnacle. It comes with the features from the Exclusive trim level plus:

  • Integrated navigation system
  • Augmented reality overlay for navigation prompts
  • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)

You can further add features to these trim levels through a wide selection of options. Highlights include:

  • Driver Assistance package (available on Exclusive and Pinnacle trims)
    • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Mercedes-Benz and the car in front)
    • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
    • Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
    • Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
    • Cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle in front of or behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path)
    • Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
    • Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Upgraded digital light headlights
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Leather upholstery
  • Additional USB ports
  • Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
  • Rear passenger side airbags
  • Dashcam (records video of what's happening in front of you; Pinnacle only)

Which C-Class trim does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest upgrading to the midlevel Exclusive trim. It has a few more desirable features than the base Premium and, more importantly, is eligible for the optional Driver Assistance package that includes adaptive cruise control and several other driver assist features. Adding the 4Matic all-wheel-drive system is also a good idea if you want enhanced traction in snowy or icy conditions.

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C-Class C 300
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
optional
optional
Satellite radio
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
Parking assistance
optional
optional
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
optional
optional
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
255 hp @ 5,800 rpm
Engine torque
295 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
225/45R18 (FRONT) 245/40R18 (REAR)
225/45R18 (FRONT) 245/40R18 (REAR)
Wheel size
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
18 X 7.5-in (Front) 18 X 8.5-in (Rear)
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
standard
standard
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
25 / 35 / 29 MPG
23 / 33 / 27 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
17.4 gal.
17.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
435 / 609 miles
400 / 574 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (required)
premium unleaded (required)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
36.3 ft.
37.5 ft.
Curb weight
3,825 lb.
3,957 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
80.0 in.
80.0 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
74.4 in.
74.4 in.
Height
56.6 in.
56.6 in.
Length
187.0 in.
187.0 in.
Wheelbase
112.8 in.
112.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
12.6 cu. ft.
12.6 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
37.2 in.
37.2 in.
Front Leg Room
41.7 in.
41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
Rear Head Room
37.5 in.
37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
36.0 in.
36.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
55.6 in.
55.6 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

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Colors

Colors

Interior
Sienna Brown/Black, leatherette
Macchiato Beige, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Sienna Brown Nappa, premium leather
Sienna Brown, leather
Black, leather
Black Nappa, premium leather
Power Red/Black, leather
Neva Grey, leatherette
Sienna Brown/Black, leatherette
Macchiato Beige, leatherette
Black, leatherette
Sienna Brown Nappa, premium leather
Sienna Brown, leather
Black, leather
Black Nappa, premium leather
Power Red/Black, leather
Neva Grey, leatherette
Exterior
Polar White
Obsidian Black Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Black
Graphite Grey Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey Magno
MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic
Starling Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic
Polar White
Obsidian Black Metallic
Lunar Blue Metallic
Black
Graphite Grey Metallic
Selenite Grey Metallic
MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey Magno
MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic
Starling Blue Metallic
Mojave Silver Metallic
Cirrus Silver Metallic
MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic