TheMercedes-Benz C-Classis a series ofcompact executive carsproduced byMercedes-Benz Group AG.Introduced in 1993 as a replacement for the190 (W201)range, the C-Class was the smallest model in the marque's line-up until theW168 A-Classarrived in 1997. The C-Class has been available with a "4MATIC"four-wheel driveoption since 2002. Thethird generation (W204)was launched in 2007 while the currentW206generation was launched in 2021.
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
|---|---|
 W206 sedan | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Daimler-Benz(1992–1998) DaimlerChrysler(1998–2007) Daimler AG(2007–2022) Mercedes-Benz Group AG (2022–present) |
| Production | 1992–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact executive car(D) |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-driveorall-wheel-drive(4MATIC) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz 190 E (W201) |
Initially available in sedan and a station wagon configurations, a fastback coupé (SportCoupé) variant followed and was later renamed toMercedes-Benz CLC-Class.It remained in production until 2011 when a new W204 C-Class coupé replaced it for the 2012 model year.
First generation (W202; 1993)
edit| First generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Model code | W202 S202 (Wagon) |
| Production | 1992–2001 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan 5-doorwagon |
In May 1993, the first generationW202C-Class was introduced as a replacement for the 190. The firstC-Class (W202)sedan was manufactured in August 1992. The C-Class sedan was the company's entry-level model up until 1997 when Mercedes launched the A-Class. Styling themes were carried over from the previous W201 series, but the new series had a smoother and rounder design than the last generation of compact Mercedes, with styling cues from theW124 E-Class(short, high trunk and taller tail lights), W140 S-Class (front end), and R129 SL-Class (headlights).
Second generation (W203; 2000)
edit| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | W203 S203 (Wagon) CL203 (SportCoupé) |
| Production | 1999–2010 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 3-doorliftback 4-doorsedan 5-doorstation wagon |
The second generation C-Class was introduced in March 2000 and production began in March 1999. The sedan debuted with a range of inline-four and V6 petrol engines and inline-four and -five diesels, later W203's received the V6 diesel. Most of the engines were carried over from the W202, but the C320 was exclusive, offering 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS). The diesels now featuredcommon raildirect fuel injectionandvariable geometry turbochargers.A six-speed manual gearbox was optional on some of the range, With exception to the C320 and C32 AMG. Notably (post 2005), for the first time, the number designations were no longer equivalent to the engine displacement, more specifically in the Mercedes C200 (1.8-litre), C240 (2.6-litre) and C200 CDI (2.2-litre).
Third generation (W204; 2007)
edit| Third generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | W204 S204 (Wagon) C204 (Coupé) |
| Production | 2006–2015 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 3-doorliftback 4-doorsedan 5-doorstation wagon 2-doorcoupe |
DaimlerChryslerintroduced the W204 C-Class on 18 January 2007[1]and displayed it in the 2007Geneva Auto Show.Sales started on 31 March 2007 in almost all European countries. The new family had an extended wheelbase and tracks, a stiffer body/shell and a design inspired by theW221 S-Classwith some influences from theC219 CLS-Class.The C-Class received a facelift in 2011 for the 2012 model year including new LED taillights, a revised dashboard and instrument cluster layout, and a revised front fascia and headlights. The W204 platform continued into 2015 with the C-Class coupe. The final farewell of the W204, and also the naturally aspirated V8, was in the Edition 507 model. This had increased power, lightweight wheels and the vented hood from the Black Series.
Fourth generation (W205; 2014)
edit| Fourth generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | W205 S205 (Wagon) C205 (Coupé) A205 (Cabriolet) |
| Production | 2014–2021 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan 5-doorstation wagon 2-doorcabriolet 2-doorcoupe |
TheW205 C-Classwas launched at the 2014North American International Auto Show.The new structure was significantly lighter using aluminium and high-strength steel extensively throughout the body, resulting in a 100-kilogram (220 lb) weight decrease.[2]The Mercedes-Benz C-Class 205 chassis spawned four C-Class bodystyles; sedan (W205), wagon (S205), coupe (C205), and cabriolet (A205).
The car was officially unveiled on 16 December 2013.[3]W205 production commenced on 4 February 2014 at the Bremen plant.[4]Production was also undertaken at Mercedes-Benz plants in East London (South Africa), Iracemápolis (Brazil) and Tuscaloosa, Alabama (United States). European sales began in March 2014, while the vehicle went on sale in North America in September 2014.
A mid-life update made its debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, including exterior changes and new engines.[5]
Fifth generation (W206; 2021)
edit| Fifth generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Model code | W206 S206 (Wagon) |
| Production | 2021–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 4-doorsedan 5-doorstation wagon |
The W206 C-Class was unveiled on 23 February 2021.[6]In China, the C-Class was launched in a long-wheelbase version (V206). For the first time, all W206 C-Class models are equipped with four-cylinder engines coupled with an integrated starter generator (15 kW electric motor) and a 48-volt electrical system.
The C-Class All-Terrain (X206) was released as an off-road focused,crossover-inspired estate model.[7]The model received external body cladding, a 40 mm increase in ride height, 4Matic AWD and additional drive modes.
Production and sales
edit| Calendar year | Production (sedan/estate/coupe) | US sales | China sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 51,210[8] | ||
| 2002 | 64,025 | ||
| 2003 | 65,982[9] | ||
| 2004 | 69,251 | ||
| 2005 | 60,658[10] | ||
| 2006 | 50,187 | ||
| 2007 | 63,701[11] | ||
| 2008 | 72,471 | ||
| 2009 | 52,427[12] | 16,000[13] | |
| 2010 | 313,500 (250,600 / 62,900)[14] | 58,785 | 27,220[15] |
| 2011 | 69,314 | ||
| 2012 | 413,193 (-/-/48,145) | 81,697[16] | |
| 2013 | 88,251 | ||
| 2014 | 316,792 | 75,065[17] | |
| 2015 | 443,909 | 86,080[18] | |
| 2016 | 490,200[19] | 77,167 | |
| 2017 | 77,447 | ||
| 2018 | 60,409 |
References
editNotes
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- ^Wayne Cunningham (24 November 2014)."2015 Mercedes-Benz C-class review".CNET.Retrieved24 January2015.
- ^"The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class: C-Class at its best"(Press release). Daimler AG. 13 January 2014.
- ^"Four continents. One passion.' – Production of the New C-Class Starts at the Mercedes-Benz Bremen Plant".Daimler. 7 February 2014.Retrieved24 January2016.
- ^Gerard Lye (7 March 2018)."W205 Mercedes-Benz C-Class facelift – more details revealed; 1.5L turbo with mild hybrid for new C200!".paultan.org.
- ^BALDWIN, ROBERTO (23 February 2021)."2022 Mercedes C-Class Overhauled with New Tech and a Fresh Design".Car And Driver.Retrieved24 February2021.
- ^"2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class All-Terrain revealed – new X206 wagon gets SUV looks, rides 40 mm higher - paultan.org".Paul Tan's Automotive News.18 August 2021.Retrieved16 December2021.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz USA Records Highest Sales in Its History".Thefreelibrary. 3 January 2003.Retrieved7 February2011.
- ^"2004 Highest Year on Record for Mercedes-Benz USA".Theautochannel.Retrieved26 February2011.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz Rings in the New Year with Record 2006 Sales".Theautochannel.Retrieved26 February2011.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz USA's Sales Drop 32.1 Percent in December 2008".eMercedesBenz. 5 January 2009. Archived fromthe originalon 29 July 2012.Retrieved26 February2011.
- ^"Highest Sales Month for the Year at 21,469 Brings Mercedes-Benz to an 18 Percent Increase for 2010"(Press release). PR Newswire. 4 January 2011.Retrieved7 February2011.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz China Homepage 2010 News A Record-Breaking Year: Mercedes-Benz Concludes 2009 with Unprecedented Sales".Mercedes-benz.cn. 11 January 2010. Archived fromthe originalon 7 April 2014.Retrieved7 February2011.
- ^"Successful Year for Mercedes-Benz: Sales Up 15 Percent Worldwide in 2010".Daimler. Archived fromthe originalon 2 October 2011.Retrieved7 February2011.
- ^"115% Growth Mercedes-Benz Remains China's Fastest Growing Premium brand in 2010".Mercedes-Benz China. Archived fromthe originalon 7 April 2014.Retrieved7 February2011.
- ^Mercedes-Benz USA (3 January 2013)."Mercedes-Benz USA Hits Its Highest-Ever U.S. Volume With Sales of 305,072"(Press release). PR Newswire.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz delivers record-breaking 2014 sales volume of 330,391, up 5.7%".Mercedes-Benz USA.
- ^"Mercedes-Benz USA Reports Highest Year Ever with 2015 Sales of 380,461"(Press release).
- ^"Daimler Annual Report 2016"(PDF).Archived fromthe original(PDF)on 8 November 2022.Retrieved30 September2023.
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