AVOIR

2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor

Ownership intelligence · Compact Cars · Premium Gasoline
71
Good
Consider
AVOIR Score out of 100
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Category Scores

Reliability 85
Longevity 79
Maintenance 86
Depreciation 51
Performance 53
Efficiency 37

Reliability & Ownership FAQ

Is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor reliable?

AVOIR rates the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor's reliability 85/100 — excellent — from NHTSA recall counts, complaint density, and multi-year defect trends. Its overall AVOIR ownership score is 71/100 (Good).

How long will a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor last?

AVOIR scores the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor's longevity 79/100 (good), estimated from high-mileage survival data and resale-panel evidence of how far these vehicles actually run.

What does it cost to own a 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor?

AVOIR scores the 2002 Mercedes-Benz C230 Kompressor on maintenance 86/100 and depreciation 51/100 — higher is better (lower real cost) — plus fuel, insurance and resale in the full breakdown above.

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