Too bad none ever available here... 
C350 Petrol or C350 CDI
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From: Sydney
2012 C250 CDI
Run into a smilier issue.
I tossed up between the C250 petrol and the C250 CDI.
While the C250 petrol sounded nicer and was marginally smoother at idle I still chose the C250CDI hands down over the petrol!
The torque the diesel produces over the petrol is amazing, the diesel just keeps pulling. It did take me a while to get used to the diesel noise however the instant fuel savings will constantly amaze you.
Good luck with your decision!
I tossed up between the C250 petrol and the C250 CDI.
While the C250 petrol sounded nicer and was marginally smoother at idle I still chose the C250CDI hands down over the petrol!
The torque the diesel produces over the petrol is amazing, the diesel just keeps pulling. It did take me a while to get used to the diesel noise however the instant fuel savings will constantly amaze you.
Good luck with your decision!
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'08 C300 Lux Barolo Red Beige Leather P2 MM 18" wheels '84 944
In general, MB's 4-cylinder diesels have always been noisier and rougher.
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C204
Unlike the i-4 diesels, V6 diesels have good sound and the engine is almost as smooth as a petrol plus you will get better fuel economy. On the other hand, the 350 petrol is a much more reliable engine. It is up to you to decide which you like most.
