2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor

Compact Sedan Premium
Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor 2003
24MPG Combined
4 Trims
Updated February 27, 2026

Get the full picture on the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor. As a Compact Sedan, it achieves 22–24 combined MPG depending on trim and has not yet been rated by NHTSA. Below you’ll find detailed specs for every trim, plus recall information and competitor comparisons.

2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor Specifications

SpecValue
Combined MPG22–24 combined MPG depending on trim
City MPG21
Highway MPG29
Body StyleCompact Sedan
Fuel TypePremium
DriveRWD
Available Trims4

Available Trims

TrimMPG (City/Hwy/Combined)EngineTransmission
Auto20/28/231.8L 4cylAutomatic 5-spd
Man18/28/221.8L 4cylManual 6-spd
Auto21/29/241.8L 4cylAutomatic 5-spd
Man19/28/221.8L 4cylManual 6-spd

Annual Fuel Cost

Based on EPA estimates, the 2003 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor costs approximately $2,575 per year in fuel. This assumes 15,000 miles driven annually and current fuel prices.

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