2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class — The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a series of compact executive cars produced by Mercedes-Benz Group AG.
Trim: C 300
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class typically asks about $34,200 versus a $48,900 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in our refresh, though owners have filed 14 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$34,200
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$48,900
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
14
Top: Electrical System
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 C-Class?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 14 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
14 complaints · 2 crash-related · 1 injuries reported. Top components:
- Electrical System4
- Service Brakes3
- Unknown Or Other2
- Engine1
- Power Train1
- Seats1
- Structure1
- Suspension1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
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Pros & Cons of the 2024 Mercedes C300
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How much does a used 2024 C-Class cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $34,200 in typical used asking against a $48,900 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $48,900
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $34,200
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$14,700 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2024 C-Class?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sits 2 model years behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a series of compact executive cars produced by Mercedes-Benz Group AG. Introduced in 1993 as a replacement for the 190 (W201) range, the C-Class was the smallest model in the marque's line-up until the W168 A-Class arrived in 1997. The C-Class has been available with a "4MATIC" four-wheel drive option since 2002. The third generation (W204) was launched in 2007 while the current W206 generation was launched in 2021. NHTSA lists 2024 configurations such as 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR AWD. Rated configurations include: 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR AWD; 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4 DR RWD.
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 30 mpg
- About 187.0 × 71.7 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 255 hp, 28 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
255 hp
Combined MPG
28 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (28 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$1,500
5-year energy
$7,500
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 28 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 2.0L Turbo I4
- Drivetrain
- RWD / AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 187.0 in
- Width
- 71.7 in
- Height
- 56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 113.0 in
- Curb weight
- 3692.7 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 26
- Highway MPG
- 36
- Combined MPG
- 28
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | C 300 | AMG C 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 416 hp |
| 0–60 | — | 4.4 s |
| Combined MPG | 28 | — |
| Engine | 2.0L Turbo I4 | 2.0L Turbo I4 Hybrid |
| Drivetrain | RWD / AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255 | — | — | 28 | RWD / AWD | |
| 416 | — | 4.4s | — | AWD |