C230? C240? OR C320?
 

hey guys im new here and i'm thinking about buying a C class. butidont really know much about which model is better.it will basically be my daily driver so i will need reliability and low to maintain(car with the least amount of problems) i may do little mods here and there from time to time but nothing big. i also have a Audi A4 which is highly modded but that is my show car. so i know how much it is to mod a car and do not want to go that route if i buy a c-class. but i know i will in time haha so any input or opinions would help me out alot.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

Out of the three choices I would recomend a C320. Its quick, from what I hear from everyone that has owned onethe reliability is great and it hadles great. It gets good gas miles depend sif you buy a 4Matic(all wheel drive)or not. The C230 are zippy but only about 190bhp. and the C240 is only 168bhp and also zippy but less options.The C320 has 215bhp and is a 3.2V6. Yourbest bet would be to test drive them ALL and decide for yourself.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

C320 is the fastest of the bunch and luxury oriented. C230 is the 'sporty' model and gives you the compressor but I think it lacks wood and has the faux titanium trim.In its defenseitlooks better in the front fascia and the rims aren't nearly as lame as the 240. I have the C240 which I bought for the smooth powerband throughout the rpm range (it's really a 2.6 I believe). Mine has held up exceptionally well and I drive quite aggressively. I plan on lowering mine and adding rims one day, as long as it still drives as strong as the day I bought it.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

Ya the C240 is a 2.6 V6 168BHP.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

Go with the C320. I believe it uses the M104 style engine, which is very strong and reliable

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

The M104 inline 6was last used in 1999 ( the '99 S320 ). TheC240/C320 use the M112 V6 engine.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

thanks guys for all your input. the C230, i dont really like it cus of the hatchback style. the C240's 168hpturned me off. i think i will be looking into getting the C320.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

ya i have a c320 and its my first car and i would highly reccomend it over the 230 and 240 the differnce is in the horsepower!!

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Yes go for the E320.I have a W203 C240, it is actually 2.6 litres and has 12, yes 12 spark plugs, and is a gas gussler. reliability ? I also own an E320 and get far better mileage and the straight 6 engine is bullet proof and easy to service.
Depends which model 320 you are buying, butunless you have a friendly bankmanager and deep pockets stay awayof the C240.
Best of luck and happy motoring.

RE: C230? C240? OR C320?
 

1998, C230 4cyl.
city 24mpg.
highway 30 mpg.
maintenance: o