The C-class also stands apart from the highly cab-forward, arc-shaped profile of the battery-powered EQE and EQS. Instead, the long hood and the stretched dash-to-axle ratio give the C-class a statelier appearance. This is despite smoother form language overall and a front-end design that adopts the wide, rounded grille shape that AMG models pioneered, now slightly canted forward. An AMG Line package, available across all trim levels, brings a resculpted lower fascia, rocker panel extensions, and a rear diffuser. The car sits astride an inch-longer wheelbase but has grown 2.5 inches in length thanks to a longer rear overhang. Although overall width increases only fractionally, rear-wheel-drive models have a 1.9-inch-wider rear track that pushes the wheels out closer to the edge of the bodywork, while the front track increases by 0.8 inches. As in the outgoing car, the C300 uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. (A bigger change comes to the new-generation AMG C-class models, which switch to four-cylinder power as well for the C43 and even for the mighty C63.) For the first time, Mercedes is pairing a four-banger with a 48-volt hybrid-assist system, with the motor generator integrated into the transmission housing. The electric motor cannot propel the car on battery power alone, but it does make for ultrasmooth auto stop/start. It also enables engine-off coasting, The central touchscreen sweeps up from the center console, and the previous rotary controller is banished, as are all knobs and most buttons. At the base of the screen are a touch slider for audio volume (ugh) and touch-sensitive buttons to select the drive mode, call up the (excellent multiview) camera, and open the vehicle settings menu. There’s also a fingerprint-recognition pad, which can be used to access personalized preferences. Climate controls are entirely onscreen, occupying the lower section of the display. Audio tuning is also onscreen. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay are standard. The controls on the steering wheel all are touch sensitive. They include a touch slider to raise and lower the cruise-control set speed and another for audio volume. Four-way swipe touchpads navigate the driver-information display or move around the central screen. Combine the imprecision of touch sliders with four-way touchpads that frequently give you a vertical-motion response when you’re trying for a horizontal-motion action.

Features:

• USB Input
• 5 Seats
• 4 Doors
• Android Auto
• Apple CarPlay
• Aux Input
• Back-Up Camera
• Blind Spot Warning
• Bluetooth
• GPS
• Heated Seats
• Keyless Entry
• Sunroof
• USB Charger