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2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Base
1.5L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD
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Overview
Variant
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Body type
Sedan
Engine size
1.5 L
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.8 / 100 km
Power and torque
150kW / 300Nm
971km
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
5 Stars
Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Transmission: yes
Illuminated Entry System
Logo Projection: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vehicle 360 View Camera
3D Enhanced View: yes
Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Embedded Infotainment User Interface
UI Number of Months Online Services: 36
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 11.60
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Geo Fencing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Speed Alert: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 4
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 154
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1496
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 200
Motor 1 Location: Front
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 20.4
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 15.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Supplier: Other
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.90
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 11.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Television: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 971
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 603
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 14.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 42
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 35
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 246
Maximum Speed (mph): 153
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 20
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 15
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.8
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: 421
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: 9g-Tronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 9
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Type: Mechanical
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 19
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 97
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Run Flat: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 245
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: Mra-Ii
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 455
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11070
Front Track (in): 63.0
Front Track (mm): 1601
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 3.8
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 97
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.3
Overall Height (in): 56.6
Overall Height (mm): 1437
Overall Length (in): 188.7
Overall Length (mm): 4793
Overall Width (in): 71.7
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 80.0
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2033
Overall Width (mm): 1820
Rear Track (in): 63.5
Rear Track (mm): 1613
Wheelbase (in): 112.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2865
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1041
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 955
Front Hip Room (in): 58.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1476
Rear Hip Room (in): 58.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1477
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1430
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.6
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1411
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Metallic
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: Front
Location: Front Sides
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2265
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4993
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1764
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3889
Tare Weight (kg): 1722
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 5
Subwoofer: yes
Surround Sound: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Piano Black
Doors: Piano Black
Instrument Panel: Wood & Synthetic Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 10
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Includes Braking: yes
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 91.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 90.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20220101
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 80.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20281231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2022
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 84.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.5 Amg Line, Lhd
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 25000
Distance (miles): 15534
Period (Months): 12
Variable Distance Period: yes
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