All New Mercedes-Benz C-Class Model Range with Exclusive Pictures, Specification, Economy & Design
Meet the bigger, lighter, more economical and totally redesigned C-Class...
It’s the one that many of us have been waiting for: the new model Mercedes C-Class.
It must have been a task for Mercedes to make changes to their biggest-selling model, but changes they have made. On the face of it, the new C-Class looks to be setting new standards in the mid-range executive car sector.
We take a look at the new C-Class and check out how Mercedes have reinvented their ever-popular model to take it to new levels.
New model C-Class Exterior
As with most new models, the new C-Class has grown – it is 95mm longer than before and it is also 40mm wider; there is an 80mm increase in the size of the wheelbase.
Mercedes have worked hard to create a more sensuous, minimalist feel than was present on its predecessor; they have taken their inspiration from nature itself.
You can see from the pictures that the new design for the C-Class is quite a departure from the outgoing model; it is quite striking and dynamic in form with sculpted yet fluid lines that emphasise the muscular look of the vehicle.
Exterior styling equipment includes new H7 halogen headlights and rear taillight LEDs; the new model C-Class will be instantly recognisable in dark conditions.
New model C-Class Interior
Inside the new C-Class there is an emphasis on luxury, with premium quality, crafted materials and soft-touch switchgear playing a big part in the new interior.
In keeping with their new “nature-inspired” design ethos, Mercedes have changed their design to provide a sporty yet sensuous interior that provides a cocoon-like environment for all occupants.
There is a free-standing central display screen dominates the console. There is also a touchpad situated in the hand-rest over the controller in the centre tunnel which allows for easy operation of many of the functions in the same way as one uses a smartphone.
New to the C-Class is head-up display, which projects information to the driver directly in their field of vision on the windscreen ahead. This will offer less distraction when checking on speed, navigation and DISTRONIC PLUS messages.
There is more room than the outgoing model and increased head-height, especially for rear passengers. Boot space is also generous; the new model C-Class boasts 480 litres of space.
New Lightweight C-Class Technology
The aluminium hybrid body means that the weight of the new C-Class has been reduced by about 100 kilograms; it is now the class leader in lightweight terms. This new, lighter C-Class provides an excellent level of crash safety, reduced noise and vibration along with improved handling.
One of the pluses of the reduced weight is the effect on fuel economy; the new model C-Class is up to 20% more fuel efficient than the outgoing model yet there is no loss of performance.
New Model C-Class CO2 emissions, Performance and Fuel Economy
All of the new C-Class models come with ECO start/stop function and at launch, there will be three engines. See below for official hot-off-the-press Mercedes statistics:
New Model C-Class C 220 BlueTEC official figures
Engine Size: 2143
BHP: 170
0-62 mph: 8.1 seconds
MPG (combined): 70.6
CO2 Emissions: 103g/km
Efficiency Rating: A+
New Model C-Class C 180 official figures
Engine Size: 1595
BHP: 156
0-62 mph: 8.2 seconds
MPG (combined): 56.5
CO2 Emissions: 116g/km
Efficiency Rating: A
New Model C-Class C 200 official figures
Engine Size: 1919
BHP: 184
0-62 mph: 7.5 seconds
MPG (combined): 53.3
CO2 Emissions: 123g/km
Efficiency Rating: B
Mercedes-Benz New Model C-Class Summary
There are many, many more features and added extras that Mercedes have bought to the table with their new model C-Class, which we will be covering in the not-too-distant future.
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