2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is listed in 8 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 2.5 L 6-cyl, 3.0 L 6-cyl, 3.5 L 6-cyl and 5.4 L 8-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 17 to 22 MPG (best: 10.7 L/100 km).

Model year2006
Versions8
ClassCompact Cars
Drive4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
C2302.5 L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium19 / 27 / 2210.7404Compact Cars
C2302.5 L 6-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium18 / 27 / 2111.2423Compact Cars
C2803.0 L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium18 / 26 / 2111.2423Compact Cars
C280 4matic3.0 L 6-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel DrivePremium17 / 24 / 2011.8444Compact Cars
C3503.5 L 6-cylAutomatic 7-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium18 / 27 / 2111.2423Compact Cars
C3503.5 L 6-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel DrivePremium18 / 26 / 2111.2423Compact Cars
C350 4matic3.5 L 6-cylAutomatic 5-spd4-Wheel or All-Wheel DrivePremium17 / 22 / 1912.4468Compact Cars
C55 AMG5.4 L 8-cylAutomatic (S5)Rear-Wheel DrivePremium15 / 20 / 1713.8523Compact Cars

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

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