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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
New from
$51,790 excl. on-roads
Review Rating
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Available
Warranty
3 year, unlimited km
Fuel Efficiency
6.6 - 12 L / 100km
About the Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Last updated Sep 26, 2025The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a Medium Luxury offered in 4D Sedan, 5D Sedan, 3D Hatchback, 4D Hatchback and 5D Hatchback body styles. Available in Australia from $51,790 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $159,900 for the AMG.
There are 8 variants of the C-Class available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.6L multi-point injection (125kW/240Nm), 1.8L supercharger multi-point injection (120kW/240Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (160kW/310Nm), 2.1L turbo diesel common rail (110kW/340Nm) and 5.4L multi-point injection (270kW/510Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2004 C-Class is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price
Base
Classic
Evolution
Sport Edition
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $75,500 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $79,900 |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | $73,500 |
Evolution Amg
Avantgarde
Elegance
AMG
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 5.4L, 5-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | $159,900 |
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Dimensions
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2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Fuel Economy
There are 8 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Avantgarde with a 5-speed Automatic which is powered by a 2.1L Turbo Diesel Common Rail and uses 6.6L of Diesel per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the AMG with a 5-speed Automatic which is powered by a 5.4L Multi-Point Injection and uses 12L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Mercedes-Benz C-Class variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.8L, 6-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
| 1.8L, 5-speed auto, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | - |
2004 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class FAQs
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base that starts from $51,790.
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG that starts from $159,900.
The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: Classic, Avantgarde, Elegance and Sport Edition.
The largest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Classic which measures 1728mm wide, 4541mm in length and sits 1466mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG which has 270kW of power from its 5.4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
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The heaviest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG which weighs 2115 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.