1998 Mercedes-Benz C230

$1,950
from
3
listings
$2K–$6K
price range
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Low$1,950
High$5,998
From$1,950
Avg Mileage125,000 mi
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Mercedes-Benz C230 Safety & Reliability

Moderate

With 0 recalls and 56 complaints, the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 rates as moderate on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
56
Complaints
1
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230's biggest weak point? SUSPENSION. It leads 56 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Suspension10
02Electrical System7
03Visibility6
04Structure5
05Power Train5
56 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Mercedes-Benz C230 Fuel Economy

23mpg combined
·
20city
·
28hwy
·
$3,550/yr

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 delivers 23 MPG combined. Straightforward efficiency.

C230 - Automatic 5-spd
23mpg
2.3L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230

17States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (21%), but the remaining listings are spread across 16 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1998.

Buying a 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 a good car to buy?

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 has 0 recalls on record. The most commonly reported issue area is suspension, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

What's the gas mileage of the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230?

EPA rates the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230 at 23 MPG combined across the board. Check the fuel economy section for the city/highway breakdown.

What are common problems with the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230?

SUSPENSION is the number-one complaint area for the 1998 Mercedes-Benz C230, based on 56 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1998 compare to other Mercedes-Benz C230 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Mercedes-Benz C230 model years. Visit the Mercedes-Benz C230 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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