Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric Debuts with 762 Km Range

German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps off the first ever C-Class electric sedan. The all new C-Class electric is built on a dedicated EV architecture, the new model introduces changes in design, packaging and drivetrain, along with updated software and charging capabilities. The model is set to go on sale in the United States first, with other markets expected to follow. Sharing this update the automaker also revealed that a rear-wheel-drive version of the C-Class electric with a claimed range of around 800km will also be introduced at a later stage.

Mercedes-Benz has equipped the top-spec C 400 4MATIC variant of the C-Class electric with a 94kWh battery pack and dual electric motors generating a peak power output of 482.76bhp and 800Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in a company claimed time of 4.0 seconds. It has a top speed of 210 kmph.

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The C-Class electric delivers a WLTP-certified range of up to 762km on a single charge. It uses an 800V electrical architecture and features a two-speed transmission on the rear axle, designed to balance acceleration and efficiency. The front motor can decouple under certain conditions to reduce energy consumption.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric supports DC fast charging of up to 330kW using which it can add 325km of range in 10 minutes under WLTP conditions. Using a DC fast charger it can charge from 10 to 80 percent in a claimed time of 22 minutes.

Mercedes-Benz has moved away from the traditional upright sedan stance, giving the electric C-Class a lower, more streamlined silhouette. The car adopts a coupe-like roofline with a fastback-style rear section.

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At the front, the sedan features an illuminated grille with the three-pointed star and LED headlamps with star-shaped daytime running elements. Similar lighting signatures are seen on models like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz CLA and Mercedes-Benz EQS. The rear also gets star-pattern tail lamps, forming part of the brand’s evolving EV design language.

On the inside, the cabin of the new C-Class electric is centred around a 39.1-inch MBUX Hyperscreen that spans the width of the dashboard. It operates on the brand’s MB.OS software and supports over-the-air updates.

The system integrates AI-based voice assistance, combining technologies from ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Microsoft Bing for voice interaction and navigation. Other features include a panoramic glass roof, ambient lighting, multi-zone climate control, and electrically adjustable seats with ventilation and massage functions. The longer wheelbase also contributes to increased rear seat space.