Mercedes Prices U.S. C-Class Models For 2008

The entry fee to join Mercedes-Benz’s owner’s club is getting a bit less dear. The German automaker has just released pricing information for its 2008 U.S. C-class models, and the least expensive model in the range is more than $2000 less expensive than the outgoing model. This, despite being comprehensively improved in virtually all areas.

For 2008, Merc’s entry-level C300 Sport Sedan rings up at $31,975 and packs 228 horsepower, while the C350’s Sport Sedan commands $37,275 for its 268-horsepowered self.
In addition to sharpened looks and driving dynamics, the new C-class lineup features a range of creature comforts as standard-fit across the board, including power eight-way seats, dual-zone climate control, a power moonroof, and Bluetooth connectivity.

The first new C-classes are expected in dealerships on August 7, but if you’re looking for all-wheel drive, 4Matic-equipped C300s won’t be arriving in dealers until September.

Be sure to check out our full review of Benz’s new C350 by clicking here.

(Click through to the jump for Mercedes-Benz’s official press release)

New Mercedes-Benz C-Class to Start at $31,975

New Models Showcase Aggressive Styling and Class-Leading Value

MONTVALE, N.J., June 28 /PRNewswire/ — Mercedes-Benz announced today that the bold new 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class lineup will begin at $31,975 for the new C300 Sport Sedan (228 hp, 221 lb-ft. of torque). The all-new C300 Luxury Sedan (228 hp, 221 lb-ft. of torque) will be priced at $33,675, followed by the C350 Sport Sedan (268 hp, 258 lb-ft. of torque) at $37,275. All prices include a $775 destination fee.

Set to arrive in U.S. Mercedes-Benz dealerships on August 7, the next- generation 2008 C-Class sedan is larger than its highly successful predecessor, with a greater emphasis on driving dynamics, comfort and safety. The C300 Sport and Luxury models will be available with an all new 4MATIC all- wheel-drive system mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission starting in September. An impressive list of standard equipment includes a power sunroof, eight-way power front seats with lumbar support, two-zone automatic climate control, 17-inch wheels, Bluetooth connectivity, a central controller, and an LCD display screen.

Mercedes-Benz USA, headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. In 2006, MBUSA achieved an all-time sales record of 248,080 new vehicles, setting the highest sales volume ever in its history and achieving 13 consecutive years of sales growth. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found on the Internet at http://www.mbusa.com/ and http://www.maybachusa.com/.

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