Mercedes-Benz Unveils the New Electric C-Class, Redefining the Segment

Stuttgart, Germany - Mercedes-Benz AG, a Motor Vehicle Manufacturer, has unveiled the new electric C-Class, combining sporty performance, premium comfort, advanced digital features, and long-range capability. With its striking design, intelligent MB.OS-based experience, and up to 762 km of WLTP range, the model is set to raise the benchmark in its segment.

The C-Class has long been one of Mercedes-Benz’s most successful and popular model lines, shaped by a legacy of innovation. With the introduction of the first all-electric C-Class, the brand is opening a new chapter by redefining the segment while staying true to the model’s identity. Familiar in character yet forward-looking in execution, the electric C-Class continues to embody elegance, comfort, intelligence, and sportiness, now elevated for a new era. It also gives customers a fresh and compelling way to experience a sedan that reflects their individuality and lifestyle.

Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management, Mercedes-Benz Group AG, said “With the new electric C-Class, we offer our customers the perfect overall package of performance, comfort, dynamics, and intelligent technology. We are putting the sportiest C-Class we have ever built on the road, setting new standards in the electric midsize segment. The new electric C-Class guarantees pure driving pleasure with outstanding range and at the same time offers a safe haven in everyday life.”

The new electric C-Class is designed to make every journey feel like coming home, building on the comfort and familiarity that have defined the model for generations. Mercedes-Benz has taken that signature sense of refinement to a new level, combining premium craftsmanship, advanced technology, and everyday usability in a way that sets a new benchmark for the segment.

With its coupé-like silhouette, illuminated signature grille, and expressive GT-inspired rear, the sedan presents a bold and modern interpretation of Mercedes-Benz design. Inside, the cabin focuses on luxury and well-being, with flowing surfaces, finely crafted materials, a certified vegan interior option, exceptional acoustic comfort, and advanced seating features such as massage, ventilation, lumbar support, and immersive 4D sound.

The new electric C-Class also raises the bar for efficiency and comfort. Its advanced heat pump system delivers rapid cabin heating even in cold conditions while using significantly less energy. Features such as the panoramic SKY CONTROL roof with illuminated stars, the 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen, and a highly personalized digital environment create a more immersive experience for both driver and passengers.

On the road, Mercedes-Benz describes it as the sportiest C-Class yet, pairing agile handling with long-distance comfort through rear-axle steering and AIRMATIC air suspension. The model also introduces a more intelligent driving experience, with generative AI in the MBUX Virtual Assistant, augmented-reality navigation, and regular over-the-air updates through the Mercedes-Benz Operating System.

With a WLTP range of up to 762 km and the ability to add up to 325 km of range in just 10 minutes, the electric sedan is engineered for everyday practicality as well as long-distance travel. Spacious storage, including a frunk, towing capability of up to 1.8 tonnes, and a wide suite of safety and driver assistance systems further strengthen its appeal.

Overall, the first all-electric C-Class brings together sporty elegance, advanced intelligence, premium comfort, and strong efficiency, marking a major step forward for one of Mercedes-Benz’s most important model lines.

Bastian Baudy, Chief Design Officer, Mercedes-Benz Group AG, said “With the new all-electric C-Class, we have made a clear statement: the reinvention of classic elegance for the electric age. Its distinctive, coupé-like silhouette, sculpted with taut surfaces and muscular wheel arches, exudes a strong emotional appeal. From the iconic illuminated radiator grille to the star-design headlights, every detail immediately symbolizes our new era of Mercedes-Benz.”

Matthias Geisen, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Sales & Customer, said “For decades, the C-Class has been one of the best-selling and most popular model series from Mercedes-Benz, repeatedly setting new standards in the mid-size segment. With the new electric C-Class, we are redefining this segment once again. It embodies the spirit of progress that has characterized Mercedes-Benz for 140 years. This new electric C-Class is a powerful statement of what our customers can expect: groundbreaking technology, pioneering design, and striking sportiness, while simultaneously redefining the timeless C-Class values ​​of elegance, comfort, and intelligence for a new era.”

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