DecodedCars2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 29 combined · 25 city / 35 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (25 city / 35 highway), 8% worse than the 2027 compact car average of 31.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,850 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 C-Class — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 C-Class →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C300 Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 25 / 35 / 29 | -8% | $2,850 | 307 |
| C300 4matic Hybrid | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 9-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 24 / 33 / 27 | -14% | $3,050 | 329 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Similar 2027 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class (this car) | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 BMW 2 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Genesis G70 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class | 33 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 BMW i5 | 328 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Audi S e-tron | 300 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Audi RS e-tron | 278 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other C-Class years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 C-Class | 29 | 188.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 C-Class | 29 | 188.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 C-Class | 30 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 C-Class | 29 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 C-Class | 29 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 C-Class | 27 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 C-Class | 28 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 C-Class | 27 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 C-Class | 30 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 C-Class | 30 | 187 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 C-Class | 30 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 C-Class | 28 | 184.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Mercedes-Benz. How we calculate this →