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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a line of compact executive cars produced since 1993, representing the brand's core offering in the premium mid-size market.
Produced 1993–. The chassis code decides the engine, drive type and — critically — the manufacture years customs will count. Pick the exact code below for full specs, dimensions and import eligibility.
C-Class chassis codes
ChassisEngineDisplacementYearsDrive
WDC20304M271 E18ML1,796 cc2001–20082WD (FR)Full specs →WDD20404M271 DE18AL1,796 cc2007–20142WD (FR)Full specs →WDC20304
Engine
M271 E18ML
Displacement
1,796 cc
Years
2001–2008
Drive
2WD (FR)
WDD20404
Engine
M271 DE18AL
Displacement
1,796 cc
Years
2007–2014
Drive
2WD (FR)
Not sure which code?
The chassis plate (usually in the engine bay or door sill) starts with the code above. If you only have a photo of the car, search the catalog and we'll narrow it down.
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Two C-Class codes can differ by a decade of production. Open the exact code to see manufacture-year decoding and eligibility for your destination country.