2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 29 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 22 to 24 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 21 and 29 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $3,400 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C230 Kompressor Automatic 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 | 29 | 24 MPG | $3,400 |
| C230 Kompressor Automatic 5-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG | $3,550 |
| C230 Kompressor Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 28 | 22 MPG | $3,750 |
| C230 Kompressor Manual 6-spd | 4-cyl 1.8L | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 MPG | $3,750 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $3,400 per year in fuel, versus $3,750 for the least efficient.