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Vehicle Overview:
Vehicle Type: Luxury Car
ABS Brakes: Standard
Standard Airbags: 8
MPG: 16-21/22-26 (City/HWY)
Engine Offered:
2.5L V6 201HP
3.0L V6 228HP
3.5L V6 268HP
5.5L V8 362HP
Consumer Ratings:
Performance: 4.0
Exterior: 4.7
Interior: 3.5
Overall: 3.8
Review Guide:
5=Perfect; 3=Good; 1=Poor
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Consumer Car Review Summary
Top 5 Pros of 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
1. Navigation
2. The looks
3. Solid and quiet ride
4. Sun screens
5. Power rear head rests
Top 5 Cons of 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
1. Sound system
2. More horsepower
3. Cup holders
4. Better dealer service
5. Bumpy pick up
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Reviews by Consumers
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By Louie Santaromana
Submitted 2009-07-23 23:24:55
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
I have the 2005 C240 4matic.
The suspension handles road imperfections very well and the car is solid and rattle-free.
The 5 speed automatic transmission shifts seamlessly and is a blast to operate "manually"; I like being able to downshift for that burst of acceleration when overtaking.
The rear sunshade and rear center armrest cupholders are nice touches.
The audio system is powerful and packs a lot of bass.
The rain-sensing wipers work very well.
The steering has a sporty feel and not over-assisted.
This "Baby Benz" is just the right size for daily commuting and does not have the wallowy ride that bigger luxury cars have.
Great automobile.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The 4matic AWD system requires tire replacement at about 35K miles. My other cars average almost 60K on a set of tires --- and, yes, the alignment has been checked and is dead-on.
The trunk lid pops open way too quickly and could damage the hinges if not manually guided.
Wipers are not readily available in aftermarket parts stores; the design forces owners to go back to the dealer for new wiper blades.
Climate control icons are microscopic and can take a while to get used to. You can hardly feel any difference in the dual climate-control settings for front seat occupants.
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review:
A great entry level Benz for those who wish to experience owning a M-B without the outrageous luxury car maintenance costs. The V6 engine is a great improvement over the noisy, anemic and underpowered 1.8 4-cylinder. Be careful in your choice of tires; avoid low-mileage ultra-high performance tires --- they're overkill, have short tread life, and most of them have noisy directional tread patterns.
By mike
Submitted 2009-05-04 12:28:59
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Looks nice...
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Where do I start?
This car is a mechanical and Electrical money pit, every time I have even the smallest issue I am dropping at least $1000 on it, and that is no joke!
New windshield = 800
Catalytic conv. = 1100 (each) I've had to replace both!
Problems with doors not locking and unlocking = 980
Alternator and battery = 1000 yeah, just wait untill YOU get the "undervoltage consumer defective" alert.. shortly after you will get the "Battery/Alternator see service immediately" and if you don't.. you WILL BE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD!
Oil changes = 200
Tune up = 1200
It goes through tires and brakes faster than any vehicle I've ever had!
And my new best friend, the Mercedes service writer agrees with me whole heartedly on this....
The Mercedes Benz is NOT for the Rich, it's for the stupid. Rich people don't get rich by WAISTING there money on junk cars!
Bottom line...
It's a great car if you have lots of money to throw away, don't mind sitting on the side of the road, enjoy driving rental cars often while the your distinguished MB is constantly being worked on.
NOT ME!!
I'll stick with Honda, Toyota or Jezz even a GM couldn't be as bad as that German junk!
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review:
WORSE VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED...
WARNING STAY AWAY FROM OVER-PRICED GERMAN CARS!!
By GUEST
Submitted 2009-03-29 11:16:13
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Great handling, (the 4-matic).
Nice exterior.
Good sound system.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Interior is cramped.
The road noise is annoying.
The tires don't last to long, around 35000 miles.
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review:
Good car. It's my 2nd C-class, it's a big improvement, over the first gen. c-class.
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Submitted 2009-02-18 21:09:53
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The handling. It is sporty.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The sound of the engine is annoying.
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-05-05 09:39:08
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
the looks
sound system
cupholder
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
noise ride with lots of road noise
more horsepower
interior is very cheap
feels like you're driving a Chrysler ... not a Mercedes
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-04-11 13:06:35
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
more horsepower and run on regular gas
By GUEST
Submitted 2008-03-11 11:21:26
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
Performer is great, the sporty body
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review:
I have a C 230 Kompressor 2005 with 30.000 K, some owners mention to obtain 38 MPG , all I can get is 27 MPG in hwy and 22 in the city. I use premiun gasoline, is there any explanation why I don't get this mileage?
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-09-14 07:02:25
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
good auto
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
better interior fit and finish
By GUEST
Submitted 2007-04-16 16:57:33
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Pros: What do you like about 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
It is fun and sporty, as well as reliable and very safe.
Cons: How would you improve 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
There is not much to improve! It is a beautiful car with many unbeatable features that make this car awesome.
2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Review:
I love this car!
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