| Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W205) | |
| Manufacturer: | Daimler AG |
| Production: | February 2014 – June 2021[1] 2016–2023 (coupé and cabriolet) |
| Model Years: | 2015–2021 2017–2023 (coupé and cabriolet) |
| Assembly: | Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City (MBV) |
| Designer: | Volker Leutz (exterior: 2010)[2] Robert Lešnik (design manager: 2010, 2011)[3] Michele Jauch-Paganetti (interior: 2011) |
| Class: | Compact executive car (D) |
| Body Style: | 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon 2-door convertible 2-door coupé |
| Platform: | MRA |
| Related: | Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (X253/C253) Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé/Cabriolet (C238/A238) |
| Layout: | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive (4Matic) |
| Transmission: | 6-speed manual 7-speed 7G-Tronic Plus automatic (2014–2018) 9-speed 9G-Tronic Plus automatic |
| Drivetrain: | Parallel hybrid (C300 Bluetec Hybrid) Mild hybrid (EQ Boost) Plug-in hybrid (C350 e/C300 e/C300 de) |
| Battery: | 0.8 kWh lithium-ion (Bluetec Hybrid) 13.5 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV) |
| Wheelbase: | 28401NaN1 29201NaN1 (LWB) |
| Width: | 18101NaN1 |
| Height: | 14421NaN1 14571NaN1 (estate)[4] |
| Predecessor: | Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) |
| Successor: | Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W206) Mercedes-Benz CLE-Class (coupé and cabriolet) |
The Mercedes-Benz W205 is the fourth generation of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class which was produced by Daimler AG between 2014 and 2021. The W205 C-Class was preceded by the W204 C-Class and superseded by the W206 C-Class. The fourth-generation C-Class was available in sedan (W205), station wagon/estate (S205), coupe (C205), cabriolet (A205) and long-wheelbase sedan (V205) body styles.
The W205 was the first vehicle to use the all-new Modular Rear Architecture (MRA) platform. The new structure is significantly lighter, using aluminum extensively throughout the body, resulting in a 100abbr=onNaNabbr=on weight decrease.[5] According to Mercedes-Benz, the structure is much more rigid than other vehicles in its class.[6]
The car was officially unveiled on 16 December 2013 and debuted at the 2014 North American International Auto Show.[7] W205 production commenced on 4 February 2014 at the Bremen plant.[8] European sales began in March 2014, while the vehicle went on sale in North America in September 2014, and in South Africa in March 2015.
As the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class (released in April 2013) took the mantle of being the new entry-level sedan in Mercedes' line up of cars,[9] Mercedes decided to make the W205 C-Class larger than its predecessor and more like the W222 S-Class, thus making it a "mini-S-Class".[10]
The W205 included Sport and Luxury trims with 241hp 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 engine and 329hp 3.0-liter bi-turbo V6 engine options. Mercedes all-wheel drive 4MATIC is standard across the initial offering. The car is about longer and wider than the W204.[11]
Based on the new modular MRA rear-wheel drive platform, it features front axle four-link and rear axle five-link suspension.
A plug-in hybrid version was introduced at the January 2015 North American International Auto Show, available in both Saloon and Estate variants.[12] The C 350e plug-in hybrid is powered by a four-cylinder gasoline engine, in conjunction with a 60 kW electric motor, delivering a total system output of 2050NaN0 and torque of 6000NaN0. The motor is powered by 6.2 kWh lithium-ion battery delivering an all-electric range of 31km (19miles), emissions of 48 g/km and a fuel consumption of 2.1L/100km under the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC). The C 350e has a haptic accelerator pedal.[13]
In 2018, Mercedes-Benz released another plug-in hybrid C 350 – but this time it is a variant with a diesel engine.[14]
Debuted at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show, the appearance of the C-Class coupe leans heavily on that of the 2014 C-Class saloon. The two cars share the same basic front-end styling treatment through to the leading edge of the doors. From the back, the second-generation C-Class Coupé closely mimics the design of the 2014 S-Class Coupé.[15]
The interior uses the same dashboard and switchgear as the 2014 C-Class saloon, but the C-Class coupe receives unique front sports seats with integral headrests as well as two individual rear seats. Because of the absence of a B-pillar, there is also a standard automatic seatbelt feeder similar to that used by the 2014 E-Class Coupé.[15]
A Bluetooth-compatible entertainment system allowing internet capability through a mobile phone is standard. Also included is the Attention Assist function, which warns the driver of inattentiveness and drowsiness. It is joined by Collision Prevention Assist, which can carry out autonomous braking at speeds up to 1240NaN0 in combination with a further standard system called Adaptive Brake Assist.[15]
As part of Mercedes-Benz's efforts to establish itself at the forefront of autonomous driving technology, the 2015 C-Class Coupé also comes with an optional Distronic Plus system. It enables the Coupé to autonomously steer in order to remain in its lane at speeds between NaNmph.[15]
Mercedes-Benz’s first-ever C-Class Cabriolet (in fact the only compact cabriolet since 1955) was revealed at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Based on the C-Class Coupé, the four-seat soft-top keeps the same basic dimensions as the coupé, but is marginally taller. Its fabric roof can be opened or closed in 20 seconds at up to 50km/h. When open, the roof is stored in the trunk.[16]
The interior of the C-Class Cabriolet is almost identical to that of the coupé but includes heat-reflecting leather and a switch on the centre console to open and close the roof. The sports seats also include Mercedes’ AIRSCARF heating system, while the AIRCAP system stops draughts inside the cabin.[16]
| C 160 | 1595cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M274 DE16 LA) | 129PS at 5,000 rpm | 210Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm |
| C 180 | 156PS at 5,300 rpm | 250Nm at 1,250-4,000 rpm | |
| C 200 | 1991cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M274 DE20 LA) | 184PS at 5,500 rpm | 300Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm |
| C 200 4MATIC | |||
| C 250 | 211PS at 5,500 rpm | 350Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm | |
| C 300 | 245PS at 5,550 rpm | 370Nm at 1,300-4,000 rpm | |
| C 400 4MATIC | 2996cc twin-turbo 24V V6 (M276 DE30 LA) | 333PS at 5,250-6,000 rpm | 480Nm at 1,400-4,000 rpm |
| C 450 4MATIC AMG Sport | 367PS at 5,500-6,000 rpm | 520Nm at 2,000-4,200 rpm | |
| AMG C 43 4MATIC | |||
| AMG C 63 | 3982cc twin-turbo 32V V8 (M177 DE40 LA) | 476PS at 5,500-6,250 rpm | 650Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm |
| AMG C 63 S | 510PS at 5,500-6,250 rpm | 700Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm |
| C 180d | 1598cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM626 DE16 LA red.) | 116PS at 3,000-4,600 rpm | 280Nm at 1,500-2,800 rpm |
| C 200d | 1598cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM626 DE16 LA) | 136PS at 3,800 rpm | 300Nm at 1,500-3,000 rpm |
| 2143cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM651 DE22 LA red.) | 136PS at 2,800-4,600 rpm | 350Nm at 1,200-2,700 rpm | |
| C 220d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition | 2143cc twin-turbo 16V I4 (OM651 DE22 LA) | 163PS at 3,000-4,600 rpm | 400Nm at 1,400-2,800 rpm |
| C 220d | 170PS at 3,000-4,200 rpm | ||
| C 220d 4MATIC | |||
| C 250d | 204PS at 3,800 rpm | 500Nm at 1,600-1,800 rpm | |
| C 250d 4MATIC |
| C 300h | 2143cc twin-turbo 16V I4 (OM651 DE22 LA) + Electric Motor | 204PS + 27PS at 3,800 rpm | 500Nm + 250Nm at 1,600-1,800 rpm | |
| C 350e | 1991cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M274 DE20 LA) + Electric Motor (PHEV) | 211PS + 82PS at 5,500 rpm | 350Nm + 340Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm |
| C 160 | 2015-2018 | 6-speed manual | 9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) |
| C 180 | 2014-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | |
| C 200 | |||
| C 200 4MATIC | 2015-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2015-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | - |
| C 250 | 2014-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | |
| C 300 | 2015-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2015-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | |
| C 400 4MATIC | 2014-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | |
| C 450 4MATIC AMG Sport | 2015-2016 | 7G-TRONIC Plus | |
| AMG C 43 4MATIC | 2016-2018 | 9G-TRONIC | |
| AMG C 63 | 2015-2018 | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed | |
| AMG C 63 S |
| C 180d | 2014-2018 | 6-speed manual | 7G-TRONIC Plus |
| C 200d | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2017)9G-TRONIC (2017-2018) | ||
| C 220d BlueEFFICIENCY Edition | 2014-2016 | 7G-TRONIC Plus | - |
| C 220d | 2014-2018 | 6-speed manual | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) |
| C 220d 4MATIC | 2015-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2015-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | - |
| C 250d | 2014-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2014-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) | |
| C 250d 4MATIC |
| C 300h | 2014-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus | - |
| C 350e | 2015-2018 | 7G-TRONIC Plus (2015-2016)9G-TRONIC (2016-2018) |
| Small overlap frontal offset | Good | |
| Moderate overlap frontal offset | Good | |
| Side impact | Good | |
| Roof strength | Good | |
| Headlights | ||
| Halogen | Good | |
| LED | Good | |
| Adaptive LED | Good | |
The C 450 AMG 4MATIC has the same engine as the C 400 4MATIC. It has a more powerful version of the twin-turbo 3.0 litre V6 producing 3620NaN0 and 3840NaN0 of torque. Some components, such as the front axle, steering system and suspension are shared with the C 63. It has all-wheel drive and is paired to a 7-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62mph in 4.9 seconds.[18]
For the 2017 model year, the C450 AMG was renamed to AMG C 43. It retains the same 3.0-litre twin-turbo but is now mated with a 9-speed automatic transmission and some cosmetic changes as well as becoming available in a coupé rather than sedan.
The AMG C 63 uses a similar 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 to the Mercedes-AMG GT sports car. Mercedes offers it with two outputs: 4690NaN0 and 6500NaN0 of torque for the C 63 and 5030NaN0 and 7000NaN0 of torque for the more potent C 63 S. By moving to the downsized and turbocharged engine, Mercedes claims the W205 version consumes 32 percent less fuel than the model it replaced.[19]
The C 63 should also be able to complete the NaN0NaN0 sprint in 4.1 seconds with a top speed electronically limited to 155mi/h, and 3.9 seconds in the S variant with a top speed of 180mi/h with a special request from AMG to raise the speed limiter.[20] The car still uses a seven-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels and three-stage adaptive dampers specific to AMG models along with speed-sensitive variable steering. High-performance brakes are also a part of the package with 3901NaN1 discs in front and 3601NaN1 discs in the rear. On both ends of the car, there are AMG-branded calipers. Its first deliveries took place in early 2015 for the European market with a U.S. debut later in the year.[19]
The Estate variant served as the official Medical Car of Formula One between 2015 and 2021, and has since been replaced by the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé.
Mercedes-Benz also revealed the high-performance C 63 coupe from Mercedes-AMG at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show. The C 63 coupe features many distinct design elements to set it apart from its tamer sibling. The most obvious is the aggressive front bumper, which features larger scoops to feed more air to the car's twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V-8 as well as to its high-performance brakes. The grille is also unique, and the hood features some muscular ripples that the regular C-Class Coupe does not.[21]
The C 63 coupe also benefits from a wider track, as evidenced by the pumped wheel arches. The wheels are also bigger on the Mercedes-AMG model with 19 inches in diameter. The C-Class Coupe comes with 18-in wheels as standard.[21]
The mechanical package is almost identical to the C 63 sedan. This means 469hp in the C 63 coupe and 503hp for the S-badged model. Drive will be to the rear wheels only, via a paddle-shifted, seven-speed automatic transmission.[22]
The facelift versions were released in 2018 for the 2019 model year. Changes include:
| C 160 | 1595cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M274 DE16 LA) | 129PS at 5,000 rpm | 210Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm |
| C 180 | 156PS at 5,300 rpm | 250Nm at 1,250-4,000 rpm | |
| 1497cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M264 E15 DE LA) | 156PS at 5,800-6,100 rpm | 250Nm at 1,500-4,000 rpm | |
| C 200 | 1497cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M264 E15 DEH LA) + 48V Electric Motor (MHEV) | 184PS + 14PS at 5,800-6,100 rpm | 280Nm at 3,000-4,000 rpm |
| C 200 4MATIC | |||
| C 300 | 1991cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M264 E20 DEH LA) + 48V Electric Motor (MHEV) | 258PS + 14PS at 5,500 rpm | 370Nm at 1,800-4,000 rpm |
| C 300 4MATIC | |||
| C 400 4MATIC | 2996cc twin-turbo 24V V6 (M276 DE30 LA) | 333PS at 5,250-6,000 rpm | 480Nm at 1,400-4,000 rpm |
| AMG C 43 4MATIC | 390PS at 6,100 rpm | 520Nm at 2,500-5,000 rpm | |
| AMG C 63 | 3982cc twin-turbo 32V V8 (M177 DE40 LA) | 476PS at 5,500-6,250 rpm | 650Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm |
| AMG C 63 S | 510PS at 5,500-6,250 rpm | 700Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm |
| C 180d | 1597cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM654 DE16 G SCR red.) | 122PS at 3,200-4,600 rpm | 300Nm at 1,400-2,800 rpm |
| C 200d | 1597cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM654 DE16 G SCR) | 160PS at 3,200-4,800 rpm | 360Nm at 1,600-2,600 rpm |
| 1950cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM654 DE20 SCR) | 150PS at 3,200-4,800 rpm | 360Nm at 1,400-2,800 rpm | |
| C 220d | 194PS at 3,000-4,200 rpm | 400Nm at 1,400-2,800 rpm | |
| C 220d 4MATIC | |||
| C 300d | 1950cc twin-turbo 16V I4 (OM654 DE20 SCR) | 245PS at 4,200 rpm | 500Nm at 1,600-2,400 rpm |
| C 300d 4MATIC |
| C 300e | 1991cc turbocharged 16V I4 (M274 DE20 LA) + Electric Motor (PHEV) | 211PS + 122PS at 5,500 rpm | 350Nm + 440Nm at 1,200-4,000 rpm | |
| C 300e 4MATIC | ||||
| C 300de | 1950cc turbocharged 16V I4 (OM654 DE20 SCR) + Electric Motor (PHEV) | 194PS + 122PS at 3,000-4,200 rpm | 400Nm + 440Nm at 1,400-2,800 rpm |
| C 160 | 2018-2019 | 6-speed manual | 9G-TRONIC |
| C 180 | 2018-2021 | 6-speed manual (2018-2020)9G-TRONIC (2020-2021) | 9G-TRONIC (2018-2020) |
| C 200 | 9G-TRONIC | - | |
| C 200 4MATIC | |||
| C 300 | |||
| C 300 4MATIC | |||
| C 400 4MATIC | |||
| AMG C 43 4MATIC | AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed | ||
| AMG C 63 | 2018-2020 | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed | |
| AMG C 63 S | 2018-2021 |
| C 180d | 2018-2021 | 6-speed manual | 9G-TRONIC |
| C 200d | |||
| C 220d | 9G-TRONIC | - | |
| C 220d 4MATIC | |||
| C 300d | |||
| C 300d 4MATIC |
| C 300e | 2019-2021 | 9G-TRONIC | - |
| C 300e 4MATIC | |||
| C 300de |