2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Overview
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the perfect first luxury car for someone looking to break into the segment. While not Mercedes’ most expensive option, it still packs a lot of elegance into its much more affordable package.
You can drive the all-new 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class as a sedan only; the C-Class coupe is sitting out the 2016 model year as MB prepares for updates to the all-new 2017 C-Class Coupe. The C-Class Sedan is available in five trim levels: C300, C300 4MATIC, C450 AMG, AMG C63, and AMG C63 S.
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Exterior
Sleek. Subtle. Elegant. These are the very words that Mercedes uses to describe the design of the C-Class, and while they are seemingly tailored toward a marketing message to make you want to buy a car, they are incredibly accurate. The exterior of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is sleek, is subtly elegant. Starting from the signature star grille at the front all the way back to its sculpted taillamps, the C-Class is a work of art, both as a sedan and a coupe. LEDs and Bi-Xenon lamps provide for a purely luxurious lighting experience, and sculpted lines give the C-Class its athletic stance.
Browse standard features by trim below.
Exterior Features on the C300 Sedan and C300 4MATIC Sedan
- Remote trunk release, Heated exterior mirrors, Power-adjustable exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, Rain-sensing windshield wipers, Halogen headlights, LED Daytime Running Lamps, 17-inch split 5-spoke wheels
Additional/Replacement Exterior Features on the C450 AMG Sedan and AMG C63 Sedan
- AMG Sport Exhaust, 18-inch AMG twin 5-spoke wheels
Additional/Replacement Exterior Features on the AMG C63 S Sedan
- 19-inch AMG twin 5-spoke wheels
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Performance
The 2016 C-Class AMG sedans are built on an all-wheel-drive platform; the C300 sedan, however, is built on a rear-wheel-drive platform. Drivers who want a C300 sedan with all-wheel drive can opt for the C300 4MATIC.
Performance varies by model:
- The C300 Sedan and C300 4MATIC Sedan are powered by a 2.0-liter turbo inline-4 engine, mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles. They deliver 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque.
- The C450 AMG Sedan is powered by a 3.0-liter biturbo V6 engine, mated to a seven-speed AMG Speed Shift Plus automatic transmission. It delivers 362 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque.
- The AMG C63 Sedan is powered by a handcrafted 4.0-liter AMG biturbo V8 engine, mated to a seven-speed AMG Speedshift MCT. They deliver 469 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque.
- The AMG C63 S Sedan is powered by a handcrafted 4.0-liter AMG biturbo V8 engine, mated to a seven-speed AMG Speedshift MCT. It delivers 503 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Efficiency
Efficiency of the 2016 C-Class varies by model:
- The C300 Sedan yields 25/34 mpg city/highway.
- The C300 4MATIC Sedan yields 24/31 mpg city/highway.
- The C450 AMG Sedan yields 21/29 mpg city/highway.
- The AMG C63 Sedan and AMG C63 S Sedan yield 18/25 mpg city/highway.
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Interior
The interior of the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is refined, modern, and technologically advanced. Features like dual-zone automatic climate control, a 14-way power driver seat with memory, and COMAND hard-drive navigation with an 8.4-inch touchscreen make the C-Class the most valuable economy luxury car on the market.
Browse standard features by trim below.
Interior Features on the C300 Sedan and C300 4MATIC Sedan
- Features: Universal garage door opener, Auto-dimming rearview mirror, Leather steering wheel, 14-way power driver seat with memory, Folding second-row seats, Automatic climate control, Dual high-resolution screens
- Radio and Technology: Keyless entry, AM/FM radio, 8 speakers, MP3/CD player, Cruise control, Bluetooth® audio streaming, Dual USB audio ports, HD Radio™ receiver, FrontBass® system
Additional/Replacement Interior Features on the C450 AMG Sedan
- Features: Leather seats, Touchpad controller, Premium 1 Package
- Radio and Technology: Keyless Go, Burmester Premium Surround Sound system, SiriusXM Radio with 6-month All Access trial, 13 speakers, Collision Prevention Assist Plus, Attention Assist, Blind Spot Assist
Additional/Replacement Interior Features on the AMG C63 Sedan
- Features: Premium 2 Package, MB-Tex clothe seats, Heated front seats
- Radio and Technology: Keyless Start
Additional/Replacement Interior Features on the AMG C63 Sedan
- Features: Leather seats, Genuine wood trim on center floor console
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2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Safety
Safety is an important element for the C-Class model. With available features such as Collision Prevention Assist Plus and Blind Spot Assist, the C-Class works to prevent crashes, not respond to them.
Below are standard safety features across all trim levels.
- Driver airbag
- Passenger airbag
- Seat-mounted front side airbags
- Front and rear side head curtain airbags
- Belt-Force limiter
- Anti-theft alarm system
- Front airbag deactivation
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