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Mercedes-Benz C180 1996
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 180 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1575 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 1996 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,740 | $5,500 | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN | $3,300 | $5,170 | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,180 | $6,160 | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN | $3,960 | $5,830 | |
| C200 T Classic | Wagon | 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO | $5,830 | $8,140 | |
| C200 T Elegance | Wagon | 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO | $6,380 | $9,020 | |
| C200 T Sport | Wagon | 2.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO | $6,380 | $9,020 | |
Mercedes-Benz C180 1996 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Mercedes-Benz C 180 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Mercedes-Benz C180 2002: Setting dashboard language to English
We’ve asked Mercedes-Benz for help with your problem, but in the meantime you could take the car to a Mercedes-Benz specialist mechanic and have then show you, or do it for you.
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My car is too expensive
Buying a smaller, new car would give you the certainty of a long warranty and the benefit of capped price servicing. You could consider a Kia Rio, for instance, which would have a 7-year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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Replacing a C180 with an X3?
The X3 would be fine but you should also - perhaps surprisingly - consider a Volvo XC60 which I rate as slightly better than the BMW as a secondhand choice.
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Options for retirement car?
If you're retiring and you have the cash, you should reward yourself. I would recommend the excellent Mercedes-Benz C-Class, but not a diesel unless you do more than 30,000km a year.
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Mercedes-Benz C180 1996 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 180 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1720mm x 1414mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Mercedes-Benz C 180 Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C180 Esprit | Sedan | 1414x1720x4487 mm | 160 mm | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1414x1720x4487 mm | 165 mm | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 1414x1720x4487 mm | 160 mm | |
| C180 Sport | Sedan | 1414x1720x4487 mm | 160 mm | |
Mercedes-Benz C180 1996 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 180 will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Mercedes-Benz C 180 vary from 15x6 inches to 15x7 inches.
| Mercedes-Benz C 180 Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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| C180 Esprit | Sedan | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | 185x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
| C180 Sport | Sedan | 205x60 R15 | 15x7 inches | 205x60 R15 | 15x7 inches | |
Mercedes-Benz C180 1996 Towing capacity
The Mercedes-Benz C 180 has maximum towing capacity of 1575kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Mercedes-Benz C 180 Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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| C180 Esprit | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1575kg | |
| C180 Esprit | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1575kg | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1575kg | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1575kg | |
Mercedes-Benz C180 1996 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 180 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mercedes-Benz C 180 currently offers fuel consumption from 8.6 to 8.8L/100km. The Mercedes-Benz C 180 is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
| Mercedes-Benz C 180 Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 8.6L/100km | |
| C180 Classic | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.8L/100km | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 8.6L/100km | |
| C180 Elegance | Sedan | 1.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 8.8L/100km | |
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