1997 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
3 configurations — EPA fuel economy ratings
| Trim / Variant | City MPG | Hwy MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel | Drive | Engine | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C230 | 20 | 28 | 23 | Premium Gasoline | Rear-Wheel Drive | 2.3L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd |
| C280 | 18 | 24 | 20 | Premium Gasoline | Rear-Wheel Drive | 2.8L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd |
| C36 AMG | 16 | 22 | 19 | Premium Gasoline | Rear-Wheel Drive | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd |