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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon C240 5AT

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2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon – front Unverified
Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Avantgarde front-1 MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the S203 (S203, 2002–2005); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Avantgarde front-1 MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Mercedes C-Klasse T-Modell Elegance front by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Mercedes C-Klasse T-Modell (S203) Classic 220CDI by M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: Mercedes Benz C180 T - S203 - Seite by dionysos328, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Mercedes S203 Facelift (2004-2007) Sport Edition rear MJ by No machine-readable author provided. M 93 assumed (based on copyright claims)., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon C240 5AT is a 168-hp 2.6-liter V6 wagon with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $31,400 MSRP.

It makes 168 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and 177 lb-ft of torque at 4700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway.

The C-Class Wagon measures 178.9 inches long on a 106.9-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,415 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeWagon
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$31,400 ($55,462 *)
Engine
Engine Type2.6L V6
Displacement2.6 L
Horsepower168 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque177 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City17 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 7 in
Wheels Rear16 x 7 in
Tires FrontP205/55HR16
Tires RearP205/55HR16
Dimensions & Weight
Length178.9 in
Width68 in
Height56.7 in
Wheelbase106.9 in
Curb Weight3,415 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class w/SAB

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS.

106 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS

Owner Complaints

106 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS (4 mention a crash, 5 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine And Engine Cooling24
Electrical System22
Power Train15
Air Bags13
Fuel/Propulsion System10
Fuel System9
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 29, 2026 · Electrical System Fire
“The secondary instrument fuse block located on the driver's side of the dashboard erupted in flame while the vehicle was being driven, endangering its occupant, causing significant damage to its…”
Aug 6, 2024 · Electrical System, Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz C320. The contact stated that the sunroof had failed to open, and the sunshade cover failed to close, causing the sunrays to penetrate the vehicle. The vehicle…”
Mar 28, 2024 · Tires
“The PRINX tires and the dealer - Mavis Tires, Auburn Avenue, Columbus, Georgia, are equally to blame for the flat I had in traffic endangering myself and other motorists with Brand New Prinx Tires…”
Oct 16, 2023 · Visibility/Wiper
“The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230. The contact stated that the windshield wipers inadvertently stopped working. The contact jiggled the windshield wiper arm, and the windshield wipers wiped…”
Jul 13, 2023 · Visibility
“The contact owns a 2003 Mercedes-Benz C320. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V954000 (Visibility) however, the contact was advised by the dealer that he needed to open and…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2003 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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