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1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (base trim)

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1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Resale Value:$7,995  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 2.2L L4
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Rear Wheel Drive
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1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Resale Values

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MileageTrade-In-ValueRetail Value
CleanAverageRoughExcellentCleanAverageRough
1 - 50,000$6,230$4,680$2,100N/A$8,367$6,358$3,558
50,001 - 60,000$6,130$4,580$2,100N/A$8,267$6,258$3,558
60,001 - 70,000$6,030$4,480$2,100N/A$8,167$6,158$3,558
70,001 - 85,000$5,930$4,380$2,100N/A$8,067$6,058$3,558
85,001 - 100,000$5,830$4,280$2,100N/A$7,967$5,958$3,558
100,001 - 115,000$5,730$4,180$2,100N/A$7,867$5,858$3,558
115,001 - 130,000$5,330$4,080$2,100N/A$7,467$5,758$3,558
130,001 - 150,000$4,905$3,680$2,100N/A$7,042$5,358$3,558
150,001 - 170,000$4,330$3,255$2,100N/A$6,467$4,933$3,558
170,001 - 190,000$3,705$2,680$1,675N/A$5,842$4,358$3,133
190,001 - 999,999$3,080$2,005$1,100N/A$5,217$3,683$2,558

1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs (base trim)

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2,199 cc 2.2 liters 4 in-line front longitudinal engine with 89.9 mm bore, 86.6 mm stroke, 9.8 compression ratio, cast iron block, light alloy head, double overhead cam, automatic valve adjustment, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
Premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 8.1
Multi-point injection fuel system
Main 62 liter fuel tank
Power: 110 kW , 147 HP @ 5,500 rpm; 155 ft lb @ 4,000 rpm

1996 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Crash Test Data

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Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side Front Occupant Not Tested
Passenger's Side Rear Occupant Not Tested