Mercedes Benz C Class is one of the Attractive and Top Compact Luxury car

Automotive History, cannot overlook the contribution made by Karl Benz who manufactured first Motor wagon in 1886. The trademark of the Mercedes was shaped by a businessman Jellinek in 1901 on the name of his daughter Mercedes Jellinek.

And the name was registered by Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft (DMG) globally. And in 1926, under the name of Mercedes-Benz, first vehicles were manufactured.

It would be interesting to mention here that even Hitler got the opportunity to drive the bulletproof vehicles made by Mercedes-Benz. And unluckily, in 1944, to boost Nazi in the war, 46000 labourers were employed in Damler-Benz factories forcibly.

However, as a good gesture to compensate these labourers, payment of 12 million US $ was made to their families. However, the company goes on consistently to have more innovations in the automobile industry.

Today, various technicalities of the vehicles are the result of this company who is the pioneer in making these innovations. That is why the Mercedes-Benz has now become a big and standardized name worldwide in the automotive industry.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204)

Descendant to the Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W203), the German automobile manufacturer Mercedes-Benz introduced the W204 compact cars from 2007 to 2014. This was made in a saloon station wagon and coupe body styles.

It is worthwhile to intimate here that mostly the C-Class models are RWD i.e. Rear Wheel Drive. However, models like 4MATIC are AWD i.e. All-Wheel Drive.

Exteriors

An exterior look on the Mercedes-Benz is very impressive. Its smooth and artistic view catches you in its beauty. Its Wonderful Front Saloon recalls the traditional look of the past and also conducive for the sport-loving. The elegance and power are its key features.

The most appealing features are its convertible to enjoy the natural landscape whenever you like while travelling. Headlights are positioned somewhat taller to make it catchier. Thus overall look from the grill to fender is marvellous.

The steep angle of the front windshield’s pillar flows into the rounded and equally fast-paced roofline and rear pillar, creating low meeting points for the two pillars that give the car a low profile and forward movement.

The centre pillar is deleted on all three body styles, aiding this feel. Body lines on the 2019 C-Class stream to the back in a slight squeeze which assists the frontward drive of the car. This is the most influential aspect of this evergreen vehicle.

Superb Interiors 

Special heed is paid to uplift the interior structures to make it unique. The seating arrangement is fine. Drivers’ seat is equipped with all perfection and expertise and the panels used by the driver, are highly facilitated.

Particularly, the front passenger seat is made quite comfortable and relaxing. The control panels about the driver, are made very comfortable. Back seats in the sedan are excellent but are confined to car size.

Technical Specifications

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class derives in three basic iterations with a model number. The C300 models consume a compatible 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an output of 255 horsepower to a nine-speed instinctive transmission.

The transmission shifts efficiently and isn’t frightened to downshift for added improvement when determined driving is accustomed. E-Class is somewhat bigger than the C-Class. The E-Class is overextended out in various directions.

Paraphernalia

In the model year of 2008-2011, there was a sliding panel having an LCD colour screen revealing radio like accessories. The interior facelift changes were carried out in the 2012 model to the great extent and instead of retractable cover, an instrument cluster was placed.

This feature resembled E-class and GLK-class. The process of innovations was continued and in the 2010 model, turn signals were featured on the side mirrors. The LED lights were used instead of fog lamps of the bumper in the AMG body kit but no such change was made in C63 AMG.

A peculiar addition in C-Class Benz was the Agility Control Package which offers the motorists quite terrific drive capability and agility. By the help of hydro-mechanical inbuilt setup, this control package achieves the desired objectives to monitor the road conditions and driving attributes consistently. It then enables the motorist to establish a balance between agility and ride.

Technology

The driver is given more opportunities to have skilful drive-by Mercedes-Benz like fixation of the enlarged 10.25-inches infotainment screen. Other driver-friendly features include; parking view camera, pedestrian recognition, blind spot observing, and digital gadget bunch of 12.3 inches.

Not just this but traffic alarms for rear traffic crossing, improved steering, speed limit support and lane departure warning. Furthermore, a COMMAND knob is also available which acts as a dial supervisor and needs a learning curve for its processing during motion or parking.

As for protection, Armormax, has armored several Mercedes models. The Armormax Mercedes provides protection from high powered rifles, meanwhile maintains its original appearance and functions.

Fuel Economy

It varies with a model to model. For instance, it is 22 mpg in the city and 34 mpg while on the highway. The C300 Convertible is regarded at 24 mpg. The C43 Coupe model is EPA-rated at 22 mpg.

Projected Reliability

Various concerns are shown over the reliability of Mercedes Benz C Class. Mostly among these are concerns from motorists from various walks of life about mechanical and safety issues.

Engines

  • 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines 3.5-litre V6 petrol
  • 0-litre V6 diesel engine
  • C 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine

Early models include; 

  • C 200
  • C 230
  • C 280
  • C 350
  • C 220
  • C 320

The model of Mercedes Benz C 320 got much popularity all over the world in the automobile market especially in the United States and Canada and was second in the rank after BMW3.

The Elegance is structured with three horizontal bars and a grille with a large star mounted in the centre. To make it sporty, a three-spoke steering wheel, AMG body kit, large amalgam wheels, firmer sports suspension and more refined brake piston were added.