Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014–2018 car dimensions: 4686 mm long, 1810 mm wide and 1442 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,395 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard, with a colour display run by a central controller rather than a full touchscreen. Cruise control comes as standard. Collision Prevention Assist Plus provides automatic emergency braking as standard. Parking sensors, reversing camera, blind-spot warning and lane-keep assist appear on many cars but sit in packages or higher grades depending on market and year. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto arrive as options on later cars in the run.
The sedan boot holds 480 litres with the rear seats in place. Split-folding rear seats are available to extend the load bay when needed.
Braked towing capacity reaches up to 1800 kg on many versions, with unbraked around 750 kg. Payload sits near 565 kg on lighter models.
No published maker details flag heavy-duty cooling or reinforced suspension as standard equipment for work use.
Dual-zone climate control is standard. Front seats are multi-way power adjustable with lumbar support and often memory. Higher grades or packages add heated and ventilated front seats plus multicontour seats with adjustable side bolsters and massage. Heated steering wheel and heated rear seats are available. Optional panoramic roof opens the cabin. AIR-BALANCE package adds fragrance and ionisation. Acoustic glass is optional for quieter travel. The cabin feels supportive and refined with good materials and quiet running when equipped.
ASSYST PLUS flexible service system indicates when due
Euro NCAP five-star rating from 2014 test
Standard kit includes ATTENTION ASSIST, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, PRE-SAFE, multiple airbags, ESP and ABS
NHTSA overall five-star rating on tested models
Petrol and diesel engines available with ECO start/stop on many
Fuel use varies by engine choice across the petrol and diesel range. Many models include ECO start/stop to help efficiency. No fixed consumption figures are listed here as they depend on specific powertrain and conditions.
Servicing follows the ASSYST PLUS system. It monitors driving and shows the next Service A or B due date, typically alternating around yearly or mileage-based intervals. Follow the indicator and Maintenance Booklet for oil, filters, brake fluid and other items.
Safety equipment is strong from launch. Standard features cover driver alertness monitoring, collision prevention with autonomous braking elements, PRE-SAFE preparation, a full set of airbags including knee and side curtain, plus stability and anti-lock systems. Crash tests returned five stars from Euro NCAP and strong NHTSA results.
Keep the car by responding to ASSYST prompts, using approved fluids and parts, and checking for any open recalls. Regular inspections of brakes, tyres and electronics help maintain the protective systems.
Length 4686 mm, Width 1810 mm, Height 1442 mm, Wheelbase 2840 mm (C-Class 2014–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz technical data/brochure, cataloge.eu and Wikipedia.