Key Features of the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Turbo hybrid power

The C-Class embraces turbo hybrid power to deliver torque-rich response and polished efficiency. In the C 300, the powertrain is tuned for effortless everyday momentum, with 255 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque and a 0-60 mph time of 6.0 seconds, while the system’s electric assistance smooths launches and fills in torque for an immediate surge when you tip into the throttle. On the road, this translates into seamless acceleration and quiet composure in city traffic, as well as decisive passing power on the highway. The result is an authentic luxury-sport feel — one that is alert and ready without sacrificing refinement. For drivers who seek even more potency, the AMG C 43 and AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE bring racing-derived turbo and hybrid technologies to the street, turning traction into action via advanced chassis systems. Whichever variant you choose, the C-Class power philosophy is the same: intelligent, responsive, and thoroughly modern.

3rd-gen MBUX

Artificial intelligence, genuine smarts — that’s how the 3rd-gen MBUX is engineered to serve you. It is quicker to respond, understands more languages and natural phrases, and adapts to your preferences over time. Say where you want to go or what you want to hear, and MBUX acts with clarity and speed. Over-the-air updates help keep features current, while an intuitive layout unifies navigation, media, vehicle settings, and driver assistance views into a cohesive whole. The system can add apps and evolve with you, minimizing learning curves and maximizing simplicity. Whether you tap the screen or speak a request, the C-Class is ready to assist with the kind of responsiveness you expect from a modern luxury sedan.

Intelligent digital cockpit

The intelligent digital cockpit integrates driver information and infotainment into a clean, logical interface that reduces distraction without reducing capability. Sharp graphics and rich color help make maps, safety-system visualizations, and drive-mode data easier to read at a glance. Together with digital recognition features, the cockpit remembers favored settings — from seating positions and climate preferences to media sources — to make the car feel uniquely yours. The result is an environment that anticipates your needs, with controls that are within natural reach and displays that feel both high-tech and human-friendly. It is the C-Class approach to making technology serve you, not the other way around.

PRE-SAFE® and center air bag

Mercedes-Benz safety leadership is on full display in the C-Class. PRE-SAFE® can help detect unstable situations and initiate protective measures before an impact, such as adjusting seats or closing windows when needed. The advanced restraint systems include an innovative center air bag between the driver and front passenger — designed to help reduce the risk of occupant contact in certain side impacts. This complements a suite of airbags, reinforced structures, and smart sensor arrays that help the C-Class respond in milliseconds. The cumulative effect is a quietly confident sense of security that you and your passengers can feel on every drive.

No-charge 18- or 19-inch wheels and available AMG Line and Night Package

Style is personal, and the C-Class makes it easy to express yours. Supersized wheels come at no extra charge, with 18- or 19-inch designs that fill the arches and underscore the sedan’s athletic stance. To turn up the visual drama, the available AMG Line and Night Package add sport-bred details — from aggressive fascias to darkened exterior accents — that amplify the C-Class’s already compelling proportions. Pair these elements with LED lighting and a spectrum of interior styles, and you have a sedan that looks as premium as it feels, day or night, curbside or cruising.