Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric 2026– car dimensions: 4883 mm long, 1892 mm wide and 1503 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,460 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
The Sport trim has a 10.3-inch driver display, 14-inch central touchscreen and 14-inch digital trim panel as standard, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Two-zone THERMATIC climate control is fitted. Adaptive cruise control, active blind spot monitoring, lane support and autonomous emergency braking all come as standard, along with a parking package that includes front and rear sensors plus a reversing camera. Higher trims upgrade to the MBUX Superscreen or full Hyperscreen.
Boot space is 470 litres with seats up. A 101-litre frunk under the bonnet adds useful extra capacity for cables or small bags. Rear seats fold in a 40:20:40 split for longer items.
Braked towing capacity is 1800 kg with an optional semi-electric towbar. Unbraked towing is 750 kg and payload is 505 kg. Trailer stabilisation is built into the ESP system.
The cabin feels spacious and refined with comfortable front seats that offer extensive electric adjustment plus 4-way lumbar support and heating as standard. A panoramic glass roof lets in light and adds headroom. Acoustic glass on the front windows helps keep the interior quiet. Higher grades add ventilated and massaging multi-contour seats, heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel for more cosseting long-distance travel.
Fully electric with 94 kWh usable battery and up to 452-mile WLTP range on Sport.
DC fast charging up to 330 kW. 10-80% in about 22 minutes.
High-voltage battery warranty 8 years or 100,000 miles with 70% capacity retention.
Standard safety includes PRE-SAFE, dual-stage front airbags, driver knee bag, window bags, Active Brake Assist and ESP.
Driver aids standard: adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring, lane support, traffic sign assist and eCall.
This is a pure electric saloon. The C 400 4MATIC uses a 94 kWh usable battery. Official WLTP range reaches 452 miles on the Sport trim with 19-inch wheels. Peak DC charging is 330 kW, taking the battery from 10 to 80 percent in roughly 22 minutes. An 11 kW onboard AC charger is standard.
Servicing needs are lower than a combustion car because there is no engine oil or exhaust system. Battery and high-voltage components are covered under a dedicated certificate for eight years or 100,000 miles, guaranteeing at least 70 percent capacity. Regular checks still follow the car’s service indicator.
Safety kit is comprehensive from the base Sport model. It includes the PRE-SAFE system with reversible belt tensioners, dual-stage driver and passenger airbags, a driver knee bag and window bags covering front and rear. Active Brake Assist provides autonomous emergency braking. ESP adds curve and cross-wind help. An active bonnet raises on pedestrian impact.
Living with the car centres on the long range and fast charging for fewer stops. Standard assistance systems ease motorway and city driving. The quiet cabin and electric powertrain make daily use calm. Higher trims add more comfort options but the core safety and charging features stay the same across the range.
Length 4883 mm, Width 1892 mm, Height 1503 mm, Wheelbase 2962 mm (C-Class Electric 2026-)
Sources: manufacturer data, Parkers.co.uk C 400 4MATIC Sport specs, ADAC.de and Elektroautomobil.com manufacturer data, Autocar/paultan reviews.