Why You Should Avoid the 2015 - 2018 Mercedes Benz C300

Why You Should Avoid the 2015 2021 Mercedes Benz C300
Mercedes-Benz, for many years, has been a benchmark for luxury but when it comes to having “outlaws”, they’re not left out.
The fourth generation (W205) Mercedes-Benz C300, which falls between the years 2015 & 2021 is the focus for today’s video.
Plush leather, better cabin design & build, luxurious external presence, loads of tech features, these and more did Mercedes-Benz offer on the fourth generation of the C-class.
The W204 Mercedes-Benz C300 was powered by a 3.0L naturally aspirated V6 (M274) which was a very reliable engine, however for the next generation, the W205 as seen in the video above, Mercedes-Benz in the bid to reduce carbon emission, stepped the power train down to a 2.0l twin-turbocharged in-line 4 cylinder (M274), retaining the power of a V6.
This engine, however, isn’t what consumers expected of the C300, given the impression left by the previous generation.
This engine, while fun, came with a lot of problems that were only worsened by poor octane ratings in the petrol in some countries.
The problems caused could be so dire, they could lead to a knocked engine.
Stick around & watch the video to the end to find out the problems of this car and solutions to these problems.
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[@nazgulzg]

I bought W205 (M274) in 2015 and never had any problems with it BUT you need to maintain it - it's very important for every German car because they will use latest technology and you need to follow their maintenance schedule. I live in Europe so it's not problem for us but it helps if you use premium fuel 98/100 octane (you can use Octane Booster if you don't have good fuel), change oil every year or 12k km (whatever comes first) and if you want to be sure you can also use additives like Liqui Moly Gasoline System Cleaner or Liqui Moly Direct Injection Cleaner 1 or 2 times a year. It's just a regular maintenance if you want your car to be in great shape for a long time - if you don't like strict maintenance then German brands are not for you and it's better to choose something else.

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you for watching and for your comment. It really is insightful

[@haiderzahidrizvi7561]

do you recommend buying 2017 c300 4matic double door?

[@olatunbosun]

Great Video!! Keep it up!! Expecting more in-depth opinions on cars in lagos. Been crap on offer since.

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much! I'm working on doing more and better please. What are your thoughts on this please?

[@chukwudiudeh3171]

please what are the oil addtives?

[@lifeastalise3720]

I’m thinking about purchasing one used, 2015 120k plus miles? Should I just leave it alone?

[@siyaidontarila8865]

Hi there, I’m stuck in between this 2015/16 C300 or an 18 or 19 CLA Which do you recommend? Plus what oil addictive should I use?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for watching. Both cars are compact sedans from the prestigious Mercedes-Benz company. While the C300 is the more luxurious of the two, the CLA is a more affordable and more compact sedan. CLA’s build quality differs as it’s fitted with less expensive materials. Both share similar powertrain with the CLA using the M270 and the C300 using the M274. The problems of the M274 as stated above are experienced in the M270 as well. In order to enjoy either, you would need to purchase a very healthy unit and maintain it with a very good Mercedes engineer who would also be in a better place to advise on what specific oil additives to use on the car.

[@oseremenokougbegun4224]

That accord behind you looks dope....nice video..keep it up

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for watching. Having watched the video, which of the W205 C-klasse model options are you likely to own and why? Also, would you like to have a conversation about the Honda? You can send a message on Instagram, @ridewithmiee.

[@oseremenokougbegun4224]

@@ridewithmiee definitely the c400. Seems like that's the sweet spot

[@eberesamuel1187]

Thank GOD I just watched this ur video you are live saving ❤ I was thinking of buying this one but now I have change my mind to c400 thanks alot ❤🎉

[@nwokolucky8592]

I have c300 015 and I don’t know about all this issues so i push the car so much that my pistons got damaged and was not fixed properly engine got damaged, i am so much inlove with the interior so please if i go for the c400 do you think it will be good ideal for someone who like driving fast.

[@vanessacole8978]

I’ll buy it

[@rickystephens754]

Hi, I’m from Gh…can you recommend oil additives that go with the w205 engines? I use a 2019 c300….and also which OMC’s do you recommend for good fuel quality?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there, thank you for watching. In my experience with familiar brands, I’d recommend Liqui-Moly, Ceratec oil additive, JLM additives and Liqui-Moly Octane Booster for your car.

[@darthtyranus7683]

Avoid Cadillacs that's what you avoid MB invented the first car by Karl Benz they have some models that are quite odd and quirky but theyll always take you home if taken care of. The C300 is a fairly easy car to maintain I've had the OEM battery since 2015 and just barely replaced it myself

[@samuelwristberg8917]

Goil's super XP(Ron 95), Shell's v power and total's excellium super(95). These are the OMCs with the highest grade fuel on the market for best performance 👌

[@ridewithmiee]

@@samuelwristberg8917 hi there! Thank you for watching and your comment.

[@joeag116]

Very Good presentation. I'm impressed.

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching and your compliment.

[@zekeukere3741]

Ride with me. I really like your car review videos and I'm a very big fan of benz c300. I want to get one. Does c300 2008 - 2011 model have much problems?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much. The C300 of the years you mentioned is one of Mercedes-Benz most reliable cars. It’s very durable too. The engine (M272) is a 3l naturally aspirated v6 and it isn’t problematic at all as far as maintenance isn’t compromised. The only issue I know it to have is steering lock which isn’t a major problem. It is a very good car to own

[@teniolaoluwafemi5139]

Great video.! Love the review, very detailed. Actually I am thinking of swapping my 2010 is350 to this c300 2015/16. The interior is really enticing but my mechanic said it has engine issues easily and I should go for cla 250 instead.. what are your thoughts please? Thanks

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you for watching. In my opinion, the CLA250 has these problems and with the addition of timing failure and a few others. Both of them aren’t the most reliable from Mercedes and require a lot of attention. I’d recommend you go for any other Mercedes with the M276 engine like the 2014 C350 or E350. Those are very reliable

[@teniolaoluwafemi5139]

@@ridewithmiee thank you very much. Or should I go for the ml350 2015?

[@ridewithmiee]

@@teniolaoluwafemi5139 yes please. That’s a very good one too

[@classicrestore9155]

​@@teniolaoluwafemi5139but if i may ask...why do u want to swap ur is350 because me am planning in getting one for myself... Can u share ur experience with it pls 🙏

[@aseruomaprosper1664]

How about the C300 2021... Does it have same issues too?

[@MrTerrell966]

I just purchased a used 2019 c300 w AMG line with 53,000 miles on it... I love it.. Hopefully I wont have any problems.. Subscribed.. Great video...I love your voice..

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for your comment. Congratulations on your purchase. I look forward to its longevity and your enjoying your new car.

[@jumpingeagles1]

how has it been for you so far? I am thinking about getting one

[@ThePentium95]

after 10 months how is it ?

[@gunas006]

So what's the big issue with this car?

[@NOCOPYRIGHTMUSIC-bz6kw]

Do a Benz c400 2015 vs Lexus e350 2019

[@Iam_Spirit]

What products of oil additives would you recommend?

[@lukasrichard1307]

I need to know which of them is more easy to maintain the Mercedes’ Benz cla or Gla

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. They have a lot of similarities and share both power and drivetrains. I’ll be putting up a video on the CLA soon. Please do subscribe and leave the post notifications turned on so you don’t miss any update.

[@lukasrichard1307]

@@ridewithmiee Alright I will be waiting

[@lukasrichard1307]

How soon?

[@davidmorrison9307]

Please I already have one which is already a year old and I learnt about this issues not quite long ago , I haven’t experienced any of those problems but how can I avoid it especially the piston problem

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for watching. To answer your question, please drive your car with ease. It wasn’t built for performance driving. Never miss your maintenance checks. Use the right oil additives and please find a good Mercedes-Benz technician. I can give you recommendations.

[@davidmorrison9307]

For maintenance check I don’t know what exactly is to be checked , the only thing I have done so far is constantly changing my engine oil and I use Mobil 1

[@ridewithmiee]

@@davidmorrison9307 that’s the manufacturer’s recommended oil. That’s great. So service when due, don’t just keep adding oil. Let the old one be drained completely and new one put in. Change your spark plugs. Pay more care and attention especially after you hit 70,000 miles

[@mustaphahadimustapha5944]

Hi Miee. Why do you always say /Miu-cedes/ please?

[@huntermike908]

I got 2018 mercedes-benz c300 4matic she capping got no problems with my car I think it's the gas you using I use 94 octane it run butter

[@paqueteriadurango4935]

The sunroof panoramic usually breaks some plastic clips, and will cost too much to fix, usually 2k t0 3.5k just for some broken plastic parts that where a design flaw. Avoid the panoramic sunroof cars mine has less than 30,000 miles and broke already

[@dwayneinsanetv6164]

Is the 2019 a good year and reliable?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you very much for watching. For the 2019 model year, the updated version was used and is better but I can’t say much about its reliability status currently

[@tomekineotokini5813]

Please review 2012 ml 350

[@ajayitimilehin106]

I don enter wahala be that, I’ll keep my NA V6 E350 2011, no stress. Nice video though, been looking for this

[@emekaokoli82]

Great presentation there. Love your confidence and panache. But you need to do more research to be sure of what you are saying especially when you want to discuss technical issues. "....you build up pressure which can break the piston". I have a problem with that statement. Turbochargers are designed to increase pressures in the combustion chamber for higher torque at lower RPMs. Mercedes-Benz generally has reliability issues. Faulty pressure release value on the compressor in a particular car cannot be used to generalise for the entire brand. Please do more research especially when you want to discuss technical stuff. Great presentation once again.

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you for watching and your observation. That was the simplest way I could break it down without having to say a lot especially for folks who understand. I’ll do better. Thank you at

[@chibuikemuzor2291]

Big ups💯... I don learn today😂

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. I’m glad you learnt from this video. Can you share what you picked up please?

[@Emmelex_codm]

pls do a review on 2016 c450

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching and for the recommendation. I’ve got one coming up soon.

[@haiderzahidrizvi7561]

do you recommend buying 2017 c300 4matic double door?if yes what are the major problem should I check

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you for watching. Everything I mentioned in the above video applies to that too please. Good maintenance culture, non aggressive driving and occasional use of additives like octane booster (as advised by a professional engineer) should keep you going long term.

[@paynezalmon8291]

I’ll do love for you to make a video about BMW CARS because honestly, many people just don’t know much about BMW .

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there, thank you so much for watching. I will do this. Thank you for the suggestion 💝

[@rccpdavid3670]

Liked your review 👍

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you for watching and for your compliment. What’s your favorite feature of the Mercedes-Benz W205 C-klasse?

[@michellegraham6113]

I have this car now. 2016 C300.

[@soonshinesoon5023]

You got no video about Honda Civic touring 2027 🤔

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. I’ll make a review on one soon. Thank you so much for the suggestion.

[@clarencealstonjr7]

Ok my I'm not sure about 2015 or 2017 but you should do more research on 2018 version

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. Mercedes updated the M274 for the 2017 GLC300 and 2018 C300 & E300 and newer until the M254 was launched in 2022 for 2023. This updated version is said to be a lot better especially in other countries with better fuel with higher octane rating. This though, I can’t say at the moment for countries that don’t have access to good petrol

[@clarencealstonjr7]

@@ridewithmiee yeah I had no idea about other countries but yeah if it's a way to compare that I think that would be more informative.

[@aphesischannel]

First, before I even watch the videos, you might need to redesign your logo, the light blue color makes the miee less visible, if I had not gotten the link from the person that uploaded it on WhatsApp, I would not the able to get it, though I was interested. Make it a deeper color so that a bright video won't be a problem

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for this

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for this. I hope you enjoyed the video. Would you still buy this car and why, please?

[@michaelolaoti4932]

Thanks for the C300 review. Could you please recommend oil additives for best performance of the engine? Thanks

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for watching. There are good brands like JLM additives (you can check the channel. I’ve made a video on their products being used by a popular mechanic), Liqui moly, Castrol, etc.

[@lukasrichard1307]

What about GLA or CLA Merceds benz which of them is more preferable bcos you just make me change my mind in buying C300

[@CarBrokerchannel]

They use the same engine too. Either get a c400 it's same looks with the C300 but with a good v6 engine

[@emmanuelchidozie9004]

Looking at the body interior it look swollen which means there air bags almost anywhere your head faces

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi again. Interesting view

[@ibrahimmustapha5713]

So if I want buy C300 2016 model you and ladibentley no go sell ba😏

[@ridewithmiee]

Hii thank you for watching. Yes, we’d sell the car to you. That’s the reason I spoke about solutions to the problems in the video above

[@abdul-quadrifatomi3243]

The previous generation w204 is just better in my opinion. Facelift to be precise

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. Why do you think so, please?

[@padirichie6145]

Guys how about c300 2015 is it that bad?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. In truth, it’s not very bad but can be if care isn’t taken. This version of the M274 engine was used in the C300 from 2015 till about 2017/18

[@padirichie6145]

@@ridewithmieeThanks for sharing. I’m thinking of getting one for myself, should I go with it or avoid it?

[@ridewithmiee]

@@padirichie6145 I’d say to go for the 2015 C400 instead, especially if it’s your first German car. You can, however, purchase the C300 provided you take very good care of it as stated in the video.

[@padirichie6145]

@@ridewithmiee Alright thanks

[@ridewithmiee]

@@padirichie6145 you’re always welcome

[@destinyudensi9849]

I’d still buy it It’s the cheapest 2015 Mercedes asides the e class and I hate that class, I’d just not speed with the car at sll

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you so much for watching. That’s totally fine if that’s your choice. If not, just as I mentioned in the video above, you may consider the C400

[@chuksanthony6665]

who else noticed how beautiful she is? good Job.

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much. What do you think of the W205 C300, please?

[@user-uq8zs8fm1g]

This is NOT a Twin Turbo engine. It’s a single turbo

[@TheRitualChannel]

what's up with the strange blurring around her head? Kinda distracting huh?

[@artjuarez3274]

This car has given me problems

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you for watching. I’m sorry about your car. What problems has the car been giving you, please?

[@pharaoh1913]

So people like me that don’t pass 120km can drive it na

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you so much for watching. A better way to put it is not flooring the car aggressively. The driver should slowly or gradually build speed so as not to force some performance

[@mannymanuel1618]

Poor people should stay away

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there! Thank you for watching. Why do you think so please?

[@taiwogiwa7016]

Mm gladly noted 😎😎

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there, thank you so much for watching. Having watched this, are you likely to purchase a C300 still and why?

[@Autocoast]

This girl If I insult they will say I I insulting stop taking rubbish about this car I have been using it for 3yrs and I don't have any issue the only thing u said that made sense was the fuel aspect so stop spoiling the mercedes brand ,if u don't know how to be a car enthusiasts u shut ip

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. From your comment, it’s obvious that you didn’t watch the video, especially to understand the information being put out. The video was made to inform people of the woes of the Mercedes-Benz M274 engine which is fitted in the C300, E300, Glc300 and other classes with the 300 nomenclature from the year 2015 till 2021. It’s no news that these problems exist and people have shared their experiences on the various platforms where the video was put up. I’m this same video, I proffered solutions and even solicited for the other 6 model options of this same W205 generation from Mercedes-Benz and with more reliable powertrains. I implore you to watch, listen and understand before sending out threats especially where unnecessary.

[@padirichie6145]

Bro how about c300 2015 the car dey well na abi?

[@president3241]

Waisted time , you give no good tips what so ever!!! Nothing u say is a problem!!!!

[@michaelgraziano885]

Will you marry me?

[@AM-qi4ro]

You talked a lot but said absolutely nothing of value.

[@siyaidontarila8865]

That’s rude

[@AM-qi4ro]

@@siyaidontarila8865 No. It's honest. He's a blowhard that says more with his hands than his mouth. More clickbait than substance.

[@askchinonzyantony5761]

Are you condemning the car because of bad roads, bad fuel and other problems of Nigeria or what?

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you for watching. I’m not condemning the car. It’s a great car but it’s problematic. I stated all the problems and their solutions. I also added that there are other models of this generation than the popular C300.

[@joeag116]

She said it all in the video, may I suggest you re-watch it and pay more attention this time.

[@askchinonzyantony5761]

@@joeag116 you don't know cars, you may be just a car owner.

[@askchinonzyantony5761]

@@ridewithmiee you are judging the car based on Nigeria factors.

[@ridewithmiee]

@@askchinonzyantony5761 hi again. I shot this video decentralizing it to educate mostly Nigerians and Africans as the car is very common here. These problems, however are not only experienced in Nigeria. I’ve had folks in other countries reach out to me and sharing their experiences.

[@aanishamir8612]

This is a perfectly fine car. Please educate yourself. I definitely think women don't know shit about cars after watching this video!

[@ridewithmiee]

Hi there. Thank you for watching. I would also suggest that you do the same by scrolling through the comments, reading through different forums and even reading up on the earlier released M274 engine and its known problems. If you think women don’t know anything about cars and have no place in automotive communities, you’re long lost and far away from reality please.

[@mohamedhesham1152]

Wasted 12min of my life and oxygen

[@ridewithmiee]

Why do you think so please?

[@mohamedhesham1152]

@@ridewithmiee because the title is why to avoid and in the video you’re doing a review of the car. If you want to attract people to watch your videos at least it have to be related to the video.

[@ridewithmiee]

@@mohamedhesham1152 did you watch the whole video please?

[@siyamthandamkhabela8287]

U don't know cars go and buy toyota 😂

[@ridewithmiee]

Hii thank you so much for watching this video. Please share why you think so.

[@joeag116]

You feel you know more about cars than her, is that why your KZbin car channel is better than hers