The MERCEDES-BENZ C CLASS ESTATE (2018-21) C180 5DR ESTATE 1.6 156 GPF SS EU6 SE 9G-T+ AUTO is a premium mid-sized estate: a smart, five-door alternative to an SUV, with useful luggage space and a comfortable cabin. It sits alongside the BMW 3 Series Touring and Audi A4 Avant in the UK’s executive family-car market. The mycarcheck.com picture is based on 13 look-ups covering three distinct VINs, so it offers a small snapshot rather than a broad reliability verdict. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £17,100, 25,000 miles recorded and 7,000 miles driven annually; cars averaged one previous keeper. These figures can help frame an individual car’s history. With its petrol engine, smooth automatic gearbox and estate practicality, the C180 suits commuters and small families wanting refinement without moving to an SUV. It balances relaxed long-distance travel with usability, while Mercedes’ polished interior and understated styling give it a more upmarket feel than mainstream estates. Compare condition, service records and running costs before buying.