Model year guide

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic at a glance

Safety recalls3
Combined26 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic recalls 3

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #18V906000 · manufacturer #2019020008 · 19/12/2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 and C300 4MATIC vehicles. The headlights on these vehicles may not be properly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fix: MBUSA has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the setting of the headlights and adjust them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2019020008.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #18V838000 · manufacturer #2018120009 · 27/11/2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 C300 Cabriolet, C300 Coupe, C300 4Matic Cabriolet, C300, C300 4Matic Coupe, C300 4Matic, C43 AMG Cabriolet, C43 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Cabriolet, C350e Plug-In Hybrid, C63 AMG Cabriolet, C63 AMG Coupe, C63 S AMG Coupe, C63 AMG, C63 S AMG, 2018-2019 GLC300 4Matic Coupe, GLC300, GLC63 AMG Coupe, GLC300 4Matic, GLC350e Plug-In Hybrid, GLC43 AMG Coupe, GLC43 AMG, GL…

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the audio head unit software, free of charge. The recall began January 3, 2019. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2018120009.

Visibility:glass, Side/rear NHTSA Campaign #18V608000 · manufacturer #2018100003 · 11/09/2018

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300, C300 4MATIC, C63 AMG, and C63S AMG vehicles. Incorrect bonding of the rear window may cause the window to loosen and detach from the vehicle.

Fix: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will rework the rear window bonding, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 2, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway32 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,150
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic 9-spd
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,750
Fuel only$15,750
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic trims & engines on record

Trims
C300-4M
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 241 hp

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic vehicles on record

Other Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic model years

2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic get?

The 2018 Mercedes-benz c 300 4matic has a U.S. EPA estimate of 26 mpg combined (23 city / 32 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.