Fifth-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class to make its international debut on 23 February- Know-how Information, Alenz

Amaan AhmedFeb 16, 2021 17:08:04 IST

The date is out – the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class will make its world premiere on 23 February. Regardless of the monumental market shift in the direction of SUVs and crossovers, the C-Class has continued to be a key pillar for Mercedes-Benz globally. The fourth-gen C – which got here out in 2014 – discovered over 2.5 million patrons worldwide, however now, seven years later, it’s set to get replaced by the fifth-generation C-Class, which will probably be greater, extra luxurious and is about to attract closely from its a lot greater sibling, the brand new S-Class.

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class photos reveal key design particulars

For now, Mercedes-Benz is protecting the world on tenterhooks, solely revealing fleeting glimpses of the brand new C-Class. Within the newest set of teasers, Mercedes has thrown mild on (no pun meant) the brand new C-Class’ LED headlight – which may very well be geared up with the model’s superior Digital Mild tech – and the grille, which seems to function a number of small three-pointed stars.

The second teaser gives a peek on the silhouette of the brand new C-Class. Whereas it isn’t too far faraway from that of the outgoing mannequin, the image hints on the new C having a flatter nostril, a powerful shoulder line, pull-type door handles and slim LED tail-lights.

The brand new Mercedes-Benz C-Class will probably be 65mm longer than its predecessor. Picture: Mercedes-Benz

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Promising a mini-S-class expertise

To assist distance it from the A-class Limousine (which is anticipated to be launched in India by March this yr), the brand new Mercedes-Benz C-Class will probably be about 65mm longer than its predecessor, with 30mm going into the longer wheelbase.

It’s primarily based on the identical Modular Rear Structure because the E-Class and S-Class, which suggests it additionally retains its rear-wheel-drive setup. Other than its design and styling (which may even be influenced by the brand new S-Class), the brand new C-Class may even intention to duplicate the brand new S’ inside expertise. It’s set to function a big digital devices show, an augmented actuality show a tablet-style central touchscreen and the second-generation MBUX infotainment system. Moreover, the brand new C-Class is anticipated to be notably extra spacious as properly.

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class engine and gearbox choices

The distinctive factor with the fifth-gen C-Class will probably be that each one variations – together with normal and efficiency – will all get four-cylinder engines. There will probably be a variety of two.0-litre, four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines geared up with a mild-hybrid system, together with plug-in hybrid variations (with as much as 100km of pure-electric vary) and the AMG variations, which may even be powered by a hybridised four-cylinder engine. A 9-speed automated is anticipated to return normal and choose markets may even get variations with all-wheel-drive.

Anticipated 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class India launch and value

With Mercedes-Benz India having its palms full with launches which are overdue (assume A-class Limousine and second-gen GLA), it’s unlikely that the brand new C-Class will arrive in India anytime quickly. That stated, Mercedes-Benz India has promised it has lined up a complete of 15 launches for 2021 – together with some we might not have seen coming – and the brand new C-Class will definitely make its means right here in the end. When it does arrive, count on it to inch nearer to the Rs 50 lakh mark, as Mercedes will attempt to create some respiratory house between the A-class Limousine and the brand new C-class.