

Josh Nevett
2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
Pros
- PHEV flexibility
- Quiet and comfortable
- Cutting-edge infotainment tech
Cons
- Bonkers service pricing
- Battery eats into boot space
- Still pricey
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The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a Medium Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $87,800 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $98,200 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the C-Class available in Australia and this generation went on sale in July of 2025.
Engine options include 1.5L turbo (150kW/300Nm), 2.0L turbo (190kW/400Nm) and electric motor (230kW/550Nm). All variants feature 9-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2026 C-Class is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Electric
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
9-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Electric
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Rear-wheel Drive
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The Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.


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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,793 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,820 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,033 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,437 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,865 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,070 mm |
| Load Capacity | 501 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz C-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.




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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base that starts from $87,800.
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base that starts from $98,200.
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class is offered by the Base which can tow null kg
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base which measures 1820mm wide, 4793mm in length and sits 1437mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base which has 230kW of power from its 2.0L Turbo engine.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is built in South Africa and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Base which weighs 2280 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Electric.
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