Used Mercedes-Benz C-Class Prices by Year
As of October 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class typically lists for $17,500 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $4,794 for a 2006 to $53,032 for a 2026 — every figure below is a national median of 9,243 live listings, not a book value, and the C-Class steps down a median 10.9% per model year of age.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Avg mileage | EPA combined | NCAP | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $53,032 | $45,689 – $59,339 | 4,145 mi | 27–29 MPG | — | 388 |
| 2025 | $36,500 | $32,450 – $44,843 | 18,873 mi | 27–29 MPG | — | 449 |
| 2024 | $36,995 | $32,282 – $42,996 | 22,777 mi | 27–30 MPG | — | 508 |
| 2023 | $33,999 | $28,618 – $42,703 | 32,182 mi | 24–29 MPG | — | 896 |
| 2022 | $30,598 | $25,590 – $35,523 | 40,266 mi | 24–29 MPG | — | 350 |
| 2021 | $24,999 | $18,996 – $49,720 | 51,349 mi | 25–27 MPG | 5★ | 333 |
| 2020 | $23,998 | $17,893 – $44,358 | 59,880 mi | 24–28 MPG | — | 527 |
| 2019 | $19,698 | $14,797 – $32,550 | 70,728 mi | 24–27 MPG | — | 725 |
| 2018 | $17,500 | $12,832 – $31,984 | 79,101 mi | 25–30 MPG | 5★ | 724 |
| 2017 | $16,705 | $10,999 – $29,998 | 84,698 mi | 25–30 MPG | 5★ | 871 |
| 2016 | $13,500 | $9,699 – $19,055 | 96,534 mi | 24–30 MPG | 5★ | 688 |
| 2015 | $12,023 | $8,900 – $17,408 | 101,077 mi | 15–28 MPG | 4★ | 752 |
| 2014 | $9,141 | $6,500 – $12,996 | 104,430 mi | 15–25 MPG | 5★ | 419 |
| 2013 | $8,995 | $5,993 – $12,896 | 107,583 mi | 15–25 MPG | 5★ | 468 |
| 2012 | $8,900 | $5,590 – $13,850 | 107,624 mi | 15–25 MPG | — | 320 |
| 2011 | $7,800 | $4,999 – $11,995 | 111,976 mi | 15–21 MPG | 4★ | 191 |
| 2010 | $7,575 | $4,899 – $11,119 | 112,678 mi | 15–21 MPG | — | 148 |
| 2009 | $7,456 | $4,900 – $13,745 | 120,123 mi | 15–21 MPG | — | 136 |
| 2008 | $6,645 | $3,995 – $9,560 | 126,065 mi | 15–21 MPG | — | 108 |
| 2007 | $5,500 | $3,999 – $8,405 | 123,507 mi | 19–22 MPG | — | 61 |
| 2006 | $4,794 | $3,150 – $7,838 | 120,433 mi | 17–22 MPG | — | 43 |
| 2005 | $5,547 | $3,863 – $8,955 | 123,567 mi | 16–24 MPG | — | 42 |
| 2004 | $5,195 | $3,220 – $9,337 | 119,031 mi | 16–23 MPG | — | 26 |
| 2003 | $5,735 | $3,282 – $8,974 | 112,295 mi | 17–24 MPG | — | 37 |
| 2002 | $4,997 | $2,635 – $9,635 | 90,298 mi | 17–21 MPG | — | 33 |
“Typical price” is the national median asking price; the range covers the middle 80% of listings (10th–90th percentile), so it excludes teaser and outlier prices on both ends.
Cheapest Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The cheapest quotable model year is the 2006, typically listing for $4,794 (most between $3,150 and $7,838) with an average odometer of 120,433 miles. Among recent model years, the least-expensive common trim is the C300 at a typical $34,978. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 10.9%, and the per-year table above shows where the price-per-mile balance is best. See the cheapest Mercedes-Benz C-Class listings for sale →
Most expensive Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The priciest used model year is the 2026 at a typical $53,032 (most between $45,689 and $59,339). The most expensive common trim is the AMG C43, typically $47,910 — a $12,932 spread over the base C300 within the same nameplate.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class price by trim (last 4 model years)
The trim changes the price more than a model year does: the cheapest common trim, the C300, typically lists for $34,978; the priciest, the AMG C43, for $47,910. The C300 is what the used market mostly stocks — 43.9% of trim-labeled listings, while the AMG C43 is the rarest quotable trim at 4.6%.
| Trim | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Share of listings | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C300Most popularCheapest | $34,978 | $29,968 – $49,662 | 43.9% | 23,098 mi |
| C300 4MATIC | $36,734 | $31,452 – $54,965 | 40.9% | 21,598 mi |
| C300 4MATIC/C300 4-M TURBO | $37,723 | $33,747 – $41,622 | 10.7% | 23,762 mi |
| AMG C43Priciest | $47,910 | $38,294 – $60,999 | 4.6% | 25,195 mi |
Share = portion of the model's trim-labeled used listings from the last 4 model years — a supply-side popularity signal. Trims with fewer than 25 live cars are not quoted.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class cost?
As of October 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz C-Class typically lists for $17,500 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $4,794 (2006) to $53,032 (2026), based on 9,243 live listings.
How much is a 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class typically lists for $53,032, with most asking prices between $45,689 and $59,339. Average odometer reading is 4,145 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class worth looking at?
The 2006 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $4,794 — but compare its mileage (120,433 miles on average) and per-year table above before deciding; a newer year at a small premium often carries far fewer miles.
How fast does the Mercedes-Benz C-Class depreciate?
Across adjacent model years currently on the market, the C-Class steps down a median 10.9% per model year of age — e.g. moving one year older typically saves about that share of the price.
How much does the trim change a used C-Class's price?
A lot: over the last 4 model years, the cheapest common trim (C300) typically lists for $34,978 while the priciest (AMG C43) runs $47,910 — a $12,932 spread within the same nameplate. The most common trim on the used market is the C300 (43.9% of trim-labeled listings) at a typical $34,978.
How much is a used 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class?
A used 2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class typically lists for $33,999, with most asking prices between $28,618 and $42,703; average odometer is 32,182 miles (896 for sale).
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See also: Mercedes-Benz C-Class hub — live listings & specs · Mercedes-Benz C-Class MPG by year · All model price pages · Best used cars by budget.