Premium-Autos: So frischt Mercedes die C-Klasse auf

Shortly after the launch of the fully new electrically powered C-Class, Mercedes is refreshing the conventional sister model. The midsize limousine and the named Kombi receive a modernized front design, more digital and assistance technology, as well as revised engines. Prices increase slightly and start at 48,844 Euros. The engine lineup still includes gasoline and diesel engines as well as plug-in hybrids, some of which have been modified and further developed by the manufacturer.

The four-cylinder 2.0-liter engine with 2.0 liters of displacement and a new electric additive compressor is offered in three performance levels from 130 kW/177 PS to 190 kW/258 PS and always comes with mild hybrid assistance. The same applies to the two 2.0-liter diesel engines with 120 kW/163 PS and 147 kW/200 PS. The plug-in hybrid remains in the offer and comes with a system power of 290 kW/395 PS.

The electric range is stated at 100 kilometers. Externally, the C-Class gets a redesigned radiator grille with illuminated contour as well as altered headlights. The bumpers and rear lights have also been revised. Additional new paint colors and wheel designs are also included. Inside, a 12.3-inch large digital combo instrument and an 11.9-inch large central display remain.

New is among others the latest generation of the infotainment system MBUX as well as a speech assistant with artificial intelligence based on ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing and Google Gemini. Navigation is based on Google Maps, parts of the software and individual vehicle functions are supposed to be updatable via over-the-air updates.

Chassis and assistance systems are also revised according to Mercedes. Depending on the equipment, assistance systems can support overtaking on highways, brake at red traffic lights and stop signs as well as help with parking. The current generation of the C-Class has been built since 2021 and last received a small technical update in 2024.

Since recently, it has had its own competition under the same name, the electric C-Class, which is based on its own technology platform and presents itself visually distinct. At launch, the 360 kW/490 PS strong C 400 4Matic is available for at least 64,325 Euros, followed by the cheaper C 300 4Matic for less than 63,000 Euros. More: What the new Mercedes C-Class offers in detail.