Carsieve Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse 204 C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY, 204 PS, 5-speed automatic, rear-wheel drive (2009–2011)
- Power
- 204 PS (150 kW)
- Engine codes
- 271860
- Gearbox
- 5-speed automatic
- Production years
- 2009–2011
- Running cost per month
- €495
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €7,000
- Reliability
- 2/5
- DIY
- 1/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 (2007-2014): known problems and buying guide
Check the M271 timing chain, the 7G-Tronic shifts and rear axle rust before paying. Ask for timing chain records.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M271 timing chain | M271 four-cylinder petrol | 70,000-130,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Rear axle carrier rust | All bodies and model years | Not stated | About 2,000 EUR (year not stated) | Generation guide |
| Ignition and steering lock | All model years | Not stated | 645-1,042 EUR at Mercedes (2015) | Generation guide |
| Automatic gearbox shift quality | 7G-Tronic (722.9) | 50,000-180,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Lift the car and check the rear axle carrier for rust. Rust that has eaten through means a repair of about 2,000 EUR (year not stated).
- Turn the key several times. Clicking with no start, or a steering lock that stays locked, means the electronic steering lock is failing.
- Start the engine cold and listen. A rattle that lasts a few seconds points to a stretched chain. A scanner can show codes P0016 or P0017. Ask for timing chain and tensioner records.
- On the test drive, check for jerks when pulling away and on the 1-2 and 2-3 shifts. Ask for gearbox oil change records. A Mercedes scan tool (XENTRY) shows pressure deviations. Above 0.5 bar points to valve body wear.
Running costs
| Operational | €223 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €123 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €149 |
| Total per month | €495 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €79 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 63
- 25th percentile
- €5,750
- Median price
- €7,000
- 75th percentile
- €8,500
- Median mileage
- 178,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2009
- Dealer share
- 34.9%
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Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 8 | €8,800 | 159,000 km |
| 2010 | 20 | €6,890 | 175,000 km |
| 2009 | 18 | €6,999 | 178,000 km |
| 2008 | 14 | €6,400 | 190,000 km |
| 2007 | 3 | – | – |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 63 | €7,000 | €5,750 – €8,500 | 178,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 63 | €7,000 | €5,750 – €8,500 | 178,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 5 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Classic Automatik | 204 PS | 2009–2011 | €495 |
| C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Elegance Automatik | 204 PS | 2009–2011 | €495 |
| C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Avantgarde Automatik | 204 PS | 2009–2011 | €500 |
| C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Special Edition Automatik | 204 PS | 2009–2010 | €497 |
| C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY SPORT EDITION Automatik | 204 PS | 2010 | €480 |