All-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class launched in India priced at Rs 55 lakh: IN PICS

“The letters C and S sit at opposite ends of the alphabet. However, in our portfolio they’re now moving closer together..” says Ola Källenius, CEO, Mercedes-Benz about the all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which is the fifth-gen model of the luxury sedan. 

The all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class gets a tech-laden cabin adopted from new S-Class and comes equipped with NTG7, biometric authentication, Wireless smartphone integration, second-generation of MBUX, Connect features and "Hey Mercedes" powered by AI among others. 

It is available in following paint options: Obsidian Black, MANUFAKTUR Opalite White Bright, Cavansite Blue, Mojave Silver (Available with C 200 and C 220d only), High-Tech Silver (Available with C 200 and C 220d only) and Selenite Grey (Available with C 200 and C 220d only).

Here's the tech spec of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, which is available in three engine options, a petrol C 200 variant and two diesel variants, C 220d and top-spec C 300d. The new sedan starts at Rs 55 lakh and goes upto Rs 61 lakh. (All prices, ex-showroom).

The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class is fondly called the Baby S and gets the luxury quotient, design and features inspired from the S-Class, widely considered as the best luxury car in the world. 

Mercedes-Benz C-Class first debuted in India in 2001 and has been among the best selling entry level luxury cars in the country. It competes against the likes of BMW 3-Series and Audi A4.

The dimensions of the new C-Class are now increased for added space inside the cabin and stands +65 mm longer than previous gen model at 4751 mm, has +25 mm longer wheelbase, +21 mm more space for rear seat, +10 mm wider at 2033 mm and -9 mm shorter with overall height of 1438 mm.