By Ramon Castro
mercedes decided to turn the whole thing around Class C and take it to the electric field with a proposal that does not stop halfway. It is not an adapted version or an experiment, it is a car designed from scratch for this new stage.
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The result is a sedan that grows in size and also in ambition. With 4.88 meters long and a wheelbase that is close to 2.97 metersthe interior space is closer to higher categories than what is traditionally expected in this segment.
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The idea is clear, to offer comfort without losing that classic air that has always defined the brand.
Autonomy to forget about the plug
One of the strongest arguments of this model is under the floor. The 94.5 kWh battery allows it to approve up to 762 kilometers of autonomy in the WLTP cycle.a figure that puts it directly in the conversation with the most capable electric cars of the moment.
Added to this is a system of 800V charging that makes a difference in daily use. Under ideal conditions, it is capable of recovering up to 325 kilometers in just 10 minutes. Translated into real life, it means stopping just enough and continuing your journey without major worries.
Sports car features with an efficient approach
Mercedes did not want to stop at efficiency alone. This first version comes with a double motor, 489 horsepower and a torque of 800 Nm. The numbers speak for themselves, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 210 km/h.
The interesting thing is how it combines that performance with solutions designed to optimize consumption. It incorporates a two-speed transmission on the rear axle, an unusual configuration that helps both in acceleration and on long journeys at high speed.
The approved consumption ranges between 14.2 and 18.6 kWh per 100 kilometers, which reinforces its efficient profile.
In addition, the rear axle steering with up to 4.5 degrees of rotation significantly improves maneuverability in the city, something that is appreciated in a car of this size.
An interior that bets everything on technology
Inside is where Mercedes plays one of its most visible cards. The protagonist is the 39-inch Hyperscreen screen, a continuous digital surface that integrates infotainment functions, navigation with Google Maps and systems based on man-made intelligence.
Added to this is a Head-Up Stamp augmented reality that projects key information on the windshield, elevating the driving experience without distracting the driver.
Space is not far behind either. It offers a 470-liter rear trunk and a 101-liter front trunk, as well as an extensive equipment list that includes a panoramic roof with 162 integrated stars.pneumatic suspension, 360-degree camera and air conditioning with heat pump.
This electric C-Class seeks to place itself above the Tesla Model 3 in terms of luxury and standing up to the bmw i3 in autonomy. With figures close to 800 kilometers, it is aimed directly at those who want to make the leap to electric without sacrificing comfort or performance.
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