Compare 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $33,025 | $29,600 | $70,400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $30,713 | $27,095 | $64,225 |
| Destination | $720 | $695 | $695 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-dash | In-dash | In-dash |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Lighter Elements | Front | Front | Front |
| Ashtray | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overhead Console | Mini | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power Vented | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Driver And Passenger | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voltage Gauge | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Bucket | Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 4-way Power | 6-way | 10-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 4-way Power | 6-way | 10-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt | Adjustable W/tilt |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Memory | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Bench | Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - W/tilt | 2 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Leatherette | Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan |
| Cassette Player | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | Trunk/cargo Area Mounted 6-disc |
| CD Changer Compatible | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | N/A | Standard | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Speakers | 7 | 10 | 12 |
| Amplifier | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Equalizer | N/A | N/A | Graphic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Door Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Tube 1st Row | Tube 1st And 2nd Row |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Tele Aid | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | Power Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | High Intensity Low Beam, Xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | N/A | N/A | Optional |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance ( Unlimited Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Maintenance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | Unlimited Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Mouldings | Body-colored | Body-colored | Black |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Chrome | Chrome |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 2 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | N/A | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Wing | N/A | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P205/55HR16.0 BSW Performance AS | P205/55HR16.0 BSW AS | P245/40ZR18.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | N/A | N/A | 275/35ZR18 |
| Wheels | 16" Silver Aluminum | 16" Silver Aluminum | 18" Chrome Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Aluminum | Full-size Aluminum |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Fixed Interval | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 2.6L V-6 | 2.5L I-6 | 5.0L V-8 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | 4MATIC All Wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Re-circulating Ball |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Sport | Sport |
| Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | DSC III | DSC III |
| Sequential Shift Control | Touch-Shift | STEPTRONIC | N/A |
| Transmission | 5-spd W/OD | 5-spd Man | 6-spd Man W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 3.27 | 3.15 | 3.15 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 178.2 " | 176.7 " | 188.4 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 68.0 " | 69.2 " | 70.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 55.1 " | 53.9 " | 56.7 " |
| Engine | 2.6L V-6 | 2.5L I-6 | 5.0L V-8 |
| Horsepower | 168 @ 5,700 Rpm | 184 @ 6,000 Rpm | 394 @ 6,600 Rpm |
| Torque | 177 @ 4,700 Rpm | 175 @ 3,500 Rpm | 368 @ 3,800 Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 19 Mpg | 20 Mpg | 13 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 25 Mpg | 29 Mpg | 21 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.6 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | 5.2 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 15.9 Seconds | 16.3 Seconds | 13.7 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 83 Mph | 86 Mph | 104 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 61 Mph | 61 Mph | 61 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.54/2.69 " | 3.31/2.95 " | 3.70/3.50 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,360 Lbs. | 3,197 Lbs. | 4,024 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | N/A | 4,255 Lbs. | 5,049 Lbs. |
| Payload | N/A | 1,058 Lbs. | 1,025 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 " | 107.3 " | 111.4 " |
| Front Track | 58.8 " | 57.9 " | 59.6 " |
| Rear Track | 57.6 " | 58.4 " | 60.1 " |
| Turning Radius | 17.7 '' | 17.2 '' | 19.0 '' |
| Drag Coefficient | .27 | .32 | .31 |
| Front Legroom | 41.7 " | 41.7 " | 41.7 " |
| Rear Legroom | 33.0 " | 33.2 " | 34.2 " |
| Front Headroom | 38.9 " | 37.5 " | 37.4 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.3 " | 36.5 " | 37.2 " |
| Front Hip Room | 52.0 " | 57.0 " | 58.0 " |
| Rear Hip Room | 54.4 " | 55.2 " | 58.5 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.1 " | 54.5 " | 56.8 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.3 " | 52.7 " | 55.9 " |
| Luggage Volume | 12.2 Cu.ft. | 14.5 Cu.ft. | 11.1 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 12.2 Cu.ft. | 14.5 Cu.ft. | 11.1 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 89 Cu.ft. | 84 Cu.ft. | 92 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 16.2 Gal. | 16.6 Gal. | 18.5 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
