Mercedes-Benz India to launch the new C-Class tomorrow

The new generation C-Class from Mercedes-Benz that has been dubbed as the Baby S-Class, will be launched in India tomorrow. With features and design cues borrowed from the S-Class, the new C-Class is expected to be priced more than the current model that is available in the Indian market.

The revised C-Class is based on the company's new lightweight modular rear-drive MRA (Mercedes Rear-drive Architecture) platform. The sedan is 95mm longer, 40mm wider and 5mm shorter than its predecessor. It now measures 4686mm in length, 1810mm in width and 1442mm in height. With a wheelbase of 2840mm, the vehicle's interior is spacious with more space for the rear passengers. The boot space also has increased to 480-litres.

This new generation of the new C-Class features a long bonnet that merges into the twin-slat grille with the three-pointed star at the centre. The fascia with LED head-lamps, a low stance and short front overhangs gives the car a menacing look. While the side profile carries forward the company’s new design philosophy, the tail lamps, rear bumper, boot lid and rear bumper are an imitation of the S-Class. The interior of the new C-Class is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and offers the best-in-class cabin space and features.

The latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes powered with the 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder engine that produces 184bhp of power and 300Nm of torque. This mill comes mated to the 7G-TRONIC PLUS gearbox. While the power is sent to the rear wheels, the car can sprint from standstill to 100kmph in 7.3 seconds.

At present, Mercedes-Benz will bring the car to India via the CBU route and is expected to begin local production of the car sometime next year. It will then introduce its more popular diesel version - the C200 CDI. Expected to be priced in the range of Rs 38 lakh to Rs 45 lakh, the new sedan will go up against the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and the upcoming Jaguar XE sedan.

Read our review of the new C-Class here.