Mercedes-Benz C-Class - 2008 Reviews

On its debut, the C-Class was the only Mercedes model with a complete lineup of multivalve engines. The new family of four cylinder petrol units, called M111, debuted in the C 180 (1.8 L, 122 PS (120 hp/90 kW)), C 200 (2.0 L, 136 PS (134 hp/100 kW) and C 220 (2.2 L, 150 PS (148 hp/110 kW), the only four cylinder of the range sold in the U.S.). In 1996 the C 220 was replaced by the C 230, enlarged to 2.3 L displacement but with the same output, although with torque increased to 220 N·m (162 ft·lbf). . The top of the range was the C 280, with a four-valve-per-cylinder straight-6

After having driven my 2008 C-Class, I'm of mixed opinion. The car's transmission is excellent - very smooth drive, and very quiet. Handling, braking, and overall feel of the car is also excellent. Cruise control is easy to figure out and a joy to use. Bluetooth is great.

What I don't like is the above-average, extensive use of plastics in a Mercedes-Benz. There is just too much plastic throughout the car. The instruments are placed well and look good, but it's ultimately unfortunate that all that vinyl and plastic takes away from the interior's appeal.

I'm also not overly impressed with...

I just got a new 2008 C300 to replace my Lexus GS300. Talk about an upgrade!  Its interesting - I paid more for my Lexus but never really loved the car. The montly paymetns were always a bit of a chore, but now I don't even mind or notice my car payment since I'm so crazy about my car.

Here are the highlights:

Talking GPS Navigation = a lifesiver!

IPOD Integration kit = awesome

Fast and efficient engine - you'll feel like you are driving a race car

Panoromic Sunroof = my friends kids list this as their favorite freature! 

The W202 confirms the typical attention of the brand to active and passive safety. At the launch the C-Class had standard driver airbag, ABS and integrated side-impact protection; the front passenger airbag became standard from 1994 onwards, and from the same period Traction control (ETS in the 4-cylinder models, combined with limited slip differential (ASD) or ASR in the 6 cylinders models) was available as extra cost. In 1997 ASR became standard in the C 280s equipped with the automatic transmission and in the C 36 AMG, as ETS in the 4-cylinder models, except for the C 180 and the C 220 Diesel....

After driving a 2008 Mercedes Benz C300 for the last 4 weeks, I have decided that I would NEVER buy one.

I've been driving this car (its a rental) for the last 4 weeks while my car has been in the shop.  At first glance it's a great looking car, but all this car has is its looks!

The steering is awful.  If you drift at all (slightly into the next lane)  and slightly grab the wheel to get back into your lane, BE CAREFUL...it'll take you into the lane on the other side of you.  The steering is loose!!!

If you want a car with "guts" this is not the car for you.  When you give it gas there...

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