REVIEW: 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 - An Affordable Sports Sedan

It hasn’t been equipped with production-ready fascias yet, but it does have the official production exterior lights, so it’s getting closer to being ready for production. Much like the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class’ exterior design, the sedan’s interior sees a few updates to keep it fresh, but nothing too extensive. The C-Class’ driving assists are also looking fresh. For the C-Class, looking at the differences between the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 vs 2016 C300 4MATIC can help ensure you find the Mercedes-Benz that’s right for you. The latest for the 2019 model year includes some tweaked styling for the exterior, and although the updates aren’t extensive, they do help to liven up the model a bit and keep it feeling as fresh as possible without a total redesign. The most recent 2018 model year just got a pretty decent refresh, which includes a newly reshaped front end that does away with old model’s beak-like protrusion in lieu of something far more stylish. Unfortunately, the front fascia still hides the final changes that we’re waiting on, but there’s more to talk about around back.

The automaker’s all-wheel-drive system responds quickly to weather changes. Some of the biggest changes to the C-Class are what’s going on with the infotainment system, which Merc says now sports a new electronic architecture and a variety of features taken from higher up in the range, including the top-dollar S-Class and the E-Class. Both of these cars are turbocharged four-cylinder models with more tech and luxury features than anyone buying in this segment will ever need. These cars need to be taken off the road immediately! Though Nigerians do not prefer extravagant lifestyles, they surely know how to invest their money into worthwhile cars and C300 is definitely a wise selection. Like so many modern cars the C300 is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, due to its balance of performance and economy. Making the power is a choice between a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a 3.5-liter V-6, with 206 horsepower made by the former and 290 horsepower made by the latter. It provides 241 horsepower and is powerful and responsive. Front bucket seats with eight-way power adjustment are standard, but the seats only have manual lumbar adjustment, unlike those of some competitors that can have power lumbar support.

Those back seats are primarily for coats, bags, and the like, not people. While we fully expect the new C-Class to once again offer gas options, diesel options (no diesel in the U.S., though), and a plug-in hybrid option, most of the official drivetrain specs are still under wraps. Still, the C-Class needed a lift in modernisation here, and its maker has obliged. You should buy the C-Class if comfort and elegance are your main priorities. This is the model that consistently brings the heat in terms of technology, opulence, and overall curb appeal, and while models like the Acura TLX might be the smarter buy in the long run, they just can’t quite touch the Merc in terms of desirability. Some critics say that the screen looks tacked on, especially compared with other Mercedes-Benz models. Compared to the old platform, MRA uses more aluminum and high-strength steel to cut out weight, reducing it down by 220 pounds compared to the third-gen model’s architecture.

Official pricing info for the 2019 Mercedes-Benz is not yet available, but we don’t expect a significant price difference this time around compared to last year’s model. We’ll have to wait for EPA official ratings to determine if the promised fuel-economy gains materialize. While we have yet to get the full spec sheet, we like what we see thus far. Standard spec lower in the line tosses in silver trim, while the optional gear throws in chrome-plated trim. The new headlights utilize 84 individually controlled LEDs, which can automatically adjust as needed to suit the situation at hand, be it a lower light line for traffic situations and a higher line when you’re the only car traveling. A rearview camera is bundled into a $2,690 Multimedia Package, though it can be ordered a la carte for $460. It starts at $41,500 with options that can send it over $60,000. There is a whistling noise coming from the front air defector when going over 45mph with the rear deflector raised. Its steering is near telepathic, which is the opposite of the standard car and its brakes, particularly the optional carbon ceramic front pads, offer plenty of stopping power.

Also standard is Mercedes Pre-Safe, which prepares the car for an impending collision by closing the windows and tightening the seat belts. That’s still a lot of money, but it would be one heck of a nice car to drive around on a daily basis and be a decent amount of fun with the sport package. All-wheel drive is optional for $2,000. Thanks to a series of cameras and radar systems, Merc says the C-Class can drive semi-autonomously “in certain situations.” Features include Active Distance Assist (which is basically active cruise control), Active Lane Change Assist, Active Emergency Stop Assist, and Active Steering Assist. • Premium Package - The Premium package for the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 adds features such as a Burmester premium surround sound system, KEYLESS-GO, an electronic trunk closer, power folding side mirrors, and more. Audio lovers will wanna opt into the nine-speaker sound system, which pumps out a total of 225 watts.