Mercedes C-Class saloon review - Carbuyer

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“The new Mercedes C-Class is classier, more comfortable and even cheaper to run than the old model.”
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[@senseihEnRY16]

i'm a huge fan of the 3 series but the new C class is simply too sexy to be ignored and that interior...my gosh, kudos to Mercedes!

[@HishamX]

LOL you say that about everything

[@volcom52002]

The so called "rants" are the reasons why I really like your reviews so much. I appreciate you being hypercritical and honest. If you weren't, you'd just be like every other reviewer just reading the brochure of the cars on KZbin. So thank you!

[@8150shaf]

Wow you guys actually listened and posted this video!! Love this channel.

[@c3vzn]

Mat and the twisted driving position in the Mercs haha! I knew he would mention it before the start of the review.

[@Sammie551]

This is why we shouldn't go for a Mercedes, I also knew he would mention it

[@Box0rz]

Mercedes is really adept at doing sexy interiors nowadays. The A-class (and B, CLA, GLA), S-Class and now C-class all have 9,9/10 interiors. Only thing I don't like is the screen style on these non-S models, because it looks like an iPad. Oh well, I can live with it.

[@Box0rz]

***** Hell no.

[@simon199418]

Box0rz he has got a point everything is just either a box with some accents or has a huge front grill that makes it look like a fish.

[@joaosoares3719]

The interior quality of the A / CLA Class is pretty average. Nice looking, yes, but the quality of the plastics is subpar.

[@Olliebobalong]

João Soares I was speaking to a German friend of mine, and the Germans as you can imagine, like German products, as it suits them. A lot of them are less than impressed with the new BMW;s and especially Mercs as they think they look nearly oriental, like Korean or something. Audi's and VW's are Teutonic. They are designed to do a job practically, then they are styled, not the other way round, which is why people buy them. Case in point, a lot of cars have really small rear windows because they try and give a bloody hatchback like a KIA ce'ed a coupe like body, sweeping up the window line at the back, making it like a port hole. They makes it claustrophobic and because of the shape of it, makes it noisier than it should at speed with the window down. Auids are very agronomical. notice how all the button and switches light up on Auids. They have been doing that for some 30 odd years.

[@Box0rz]

Oliver Newell Good point. Of course the trade off is that you will get a much more boring looking car. You always have to choose between looks and practicality.

[@Do_Not_Buy_Kia_Look_After_UK]

At my local Mercedes-Benz dealer today looking at one of these and sitting in it - very impressed with the interior. Lovely! Made my own W204 seem dated when I got back in it..

[@Jstars200]

I really love this guy! Kind of addicted to his reviews and makes me wanna buy a new car every month :D

[@y.d.v4217]

Are you stil watching😂

[@desicollector]

THE NEW C-CLASS LOOKS REALLY COOL IN ALL WHITE. BEAUTIFUL INTERIOR AL WELL

[@loukaspanayiotopoulos5245]

Its perfect special the premium plus c250d has everything. Always i bought e class but now c is absolutely nice after 2014 .

[@bradvalentine1672]

My dream car. It's just absolute class!

[@oooosq]

Just took delivery of my C250 and I love it...

[@juandv930722]

how reliable has it been? Im looking to buy a used one

[@theheaterguyryan5052]

Mr money bags 😊

[@elert3618]

@@theheaterguyryan5052 🧢

[@imranmiah5251]

One of my dream car to own what a fantastic machine from Mercedes

[@bradvalentine1672]

My dream car. Just absolute class!

[@rousseau327]

I can already imagine what the C63 AMG will be like

[@rousseau327]

lol

[@andylie7699]

Probably a turbo V6... Uhhh

[@rousseau327]

Andreas Lie It's going to have a turbo V8.

[@andylie7699]

Oh!!??? Well, I think we're safe..

[@andylie7699]

Yeah, the F Type destroyes every Merc in sounds...

[@lawrencenhambirwa6304]

Liking the design, lights....haa great staff.

[@misi_epa]

nice review

[@adamwoodward2003]

love this car all Mercedes are brilliant cars!!!!

[@denyboy97]

He should have done an AMG LIne review, can't wait to pick mine up on Tuesday 👌:D Brilliant car

[@AnyTechReviews]

Love this car. Needs to have the AMG styling though.

[@theboogeyman5736]

Why would you do that it’s not an amg

[@luke322]

king of its model predessors!

[@eranhaim9913]

Nice car and very luxurious i relly like it

[@Whisky040881]

This car is great. It is ultra confortable, the engine is noisy but just from the outside, you don't hear it inside the car. The place in the back is ok. Obviously get the AMG edition because is just gorgeous looking much better then the one in the video. The internal design is something you won't find in any other car of this class, it is just amazing. The screen makes the cabin more dynamic so I like it. The only problem is the automatic transmission. It is not a complete turnoff but the 8 speed BMW is much better. Overall this car is beautiful inside and outside. The bimmer and the A4 just look old compared to this Merc.

[@grrwuff4099]

00:54 LOL - I know, not everyone has this kind of humor ;)

[@mdaydj]

March 1st i get mine .....get in!!

[@1pravinshiva]

Fantastic design and effortless Elegance.. Merc= class

[@LegendTheAnonymous]

Nice!

[@TheTonicro]

i like the cars exterior and interior the only thing thats really annoying is that screen it looks like someone bolted an ipad or some other tablet to the dashboard, same thing in the a class and cla why did they do that

[@Leocheetah281]

Really nice car!

[@fse7794]

Thanks!

[@anakwatan617]

Beautiful car

[@MasterCarsReview]

Hey Mat! Great review of the C class! Very pro as always! Oh and btw I also reviewed the 2016 C180 and I was wondering if you could give me ur advice on my review. Thanks so much in advance and great continuation. :) That would mean a lot to me.

[@zkambov]

+MasterCarsReview Pipe down Jose

[@MasterCarsReview]

+ZS K Who is Jose? 😂😂😂

[@zkambov]

+MasterCarsReview You should review a Russian military tank

[@MasterCarsReview]

+ZS K hahahahahah yh i should that would be amazing 😂

[@yippie6862]

Germans are really tall so I don't understand why they are making cars with such low headroom.

[@haroonking563]

audis are great cars on the inside but when it comes to looks audi are blown away

[@Hymer300]

+Yippie This car is a showoff car so practicality is always a second thought

[@petermitchell6348]

The short ones arn't.

[@tatendakwaramba7130]

Yippie just goes to show how they are not selfish i guess

[@valxe00]

wdym my dad is 6’4.5 and he fits and all german cars

[@strengthandconditioningbyLuka]

And now, 7 years later, this 2014 c class is 5k more expensive then bmw or audi. And this concludes this test

[@soawn29]

More expensive than audi yes, bmw no, not even 5k diffrence to audi

[@tepsiyaa]

@@soawn29Way more expensive than a 3 series and definetly a4 in europe

[@soawn29]

@@tepsiyaa haha noo, not really, bmw 5 series is much more expensive than e class from same year but c class not so much, the only real thing is there is so much more bmw on roads than mercedes, 3 series is selling like stupid so

[@tepsiyaa]

@@soawn29 bruh, idk where you live but all over europe 5 series is way cheaper, mercedes cars hold their price very well because the engines are way more reliable and the design is timeless

[@soawn29]

@@tepsiyaa ahaam a mercedes fan boy😂 w213 is much cheaper than g30 so please stop dreaming, bmw is more desirable brand

[@SHEMAMAN]

All things considered, it's a fantastic car.

[@jdslfc]

the luxury grill suits much butter this car

[@CarWhiz22]

couldn't agree more. I think these more 'sporty' grilles look so awkward with the two bars across. The more traditional 'luxury' grille looks so much better and more classy. Shame it's not standard.

[@adilakram67]

CarWhiz22 So True Love The Traditional Grille

[@PennsylvaniaHomesforSale]

I'm going to buy one with the lux grill

[@tepeke88]

The c class has always been comfort oriented. This one will continue that tradition. Mercedes should have integrated the nav screen into the dash.

[@abwa1941]

it is very good car

[@aalwynjacquesdariusopperma6046]

Would love to own one of these when I graduate.

[@Nqoor]

Same

[@NicholasWarnertheFirst]

Dont worry you will. Then you'll realise after a few years that running a car is an expense that is unnecessary in any civilised city. Sorry. Get a push bike. I'm joking. Enjoy.

[@BhavinPatel-si9uc]

Had a look at a4 and 3 series. Chosen the c class.

[@nikolakurjakovic2188]

i like all about this car,even a central screen :D

[@SuperJoseph1970]

Really nice car - from photos I prefer the estate. Shame about the Samsung Galaxy stuck to the dashboard - looks like an afterthought Mercedes!

[@balshi]

I think I prefer the GLA ... Looks more agile and practical, also has he been hitting the gym? Looking good!

[@efebaba92]

FINALLY the new c class review. in my country, c class 2.1lt diesel costs 3.000pounds more than the new e class 2.1lt e class 4 matic. its just insane... so i have to ask, how good is the much more cheaper version of c class 1.6lt gasoline engine?

[@richl]

Cleverly styled to look like a 3 series from the side.

[@yashmehrotra2212]

Hey Matt!!!You're definitely the best guy for cars on this planets. Just love your reviews. Just wanted a little piece of suggestion. My dad is mostly chauffeur driven and is planning to buy a car of an E class range but looking at this C class, it should be sufficient luxury. After i saw the car personally i found that the thigh support is very less considering you're sitting in a Mercedes. My question is, will it be uncomfortable in the long run, if yes then should we go for the E-class(Though its interiors are ageing rapidly) Im from India FYI. Thanks!!!

[@carbuyer]

+Yash Mehrotra Hi Yash, we only review cars in UK-spec so it might be different in India! But for rear seat comfort, we'd recommend the E Class. The rear seats in the C Class just aren't quite as good.

[@chrissorreda4982]

Yash Mehrotra People who want to be chauffered shouldn't look at the c-class. It's too small within it's class. The new A4 is MASSIVE so he should check that out.

[@Qwaizor]

Lol my ... doesn’t get chauffeured although he has a new 7 series

[@youngprankster94]

This is without a doubt the class leader in the compact exec market...So much better than the shitty 3 series ;))

[@thatoneguy_3390]

Thank the lord someone with a good sense of style

[@ronshephard9429]

That's a matter of taste son.

[@discoverthehistory]

do review on c63 amg

[@TobyWilks]

I hate the glossy plastic part surrounding the SatNav area, just makes it look cheap and attracts fingerprints.

[@khalidyounis1435]

Nice

[@kobrahd9693]

Can You Do A Review On The 2016 C-Class Coupe

[@harryc266]

You'd have to be metal insane to buy the a4 over this or the 3 series it looks so old now! And so does the a5 audi needs to step there game up! And the q7 and r8 haven't changed since they first came out!

[@kazora1001]

Mercedes FTW!!!

[@duckhorn]

handle is slightly offset to left. hyundai too

[@kiehm93]

Could you test the Estate ?

[@Diwi.]

That display screen seems like 'after market'

[@shanewilde4973]

Can someone please tell me how I get the upgraded screen? Is it a specific model that gets it or what? I really want a c class but I can’t stomach the standard screen

[@axsywaves1334]

DO THE ALFA ROMEO Q.V!

[@matiankadolli4905]

I think the same video was uploaded a few weeks ago too, I'm not 100% sure.

[@xxxysrxxx]

I wonder how this car holds throughout the years?

[@juandv930722]

is the steering angle also an issue with left-hand drive cars?

[@tobrianputr4]

I luv this german car xoxoxo

[@RdcsVtec]

white socks!!! eheheheheh.... btw great C-class... I agree somewhat to his opinion, I would have the AMG look with that suspension setting. Far more compliante without sacrificing to much the handling.... i's not like the C-class 220cdi or even the 250cdi in AMG specs, are going to be track day cars.

[@Slohk1]

Finally!!!!

[@SingaporeSkaterSam]

Off-centre steering wheel in the right hand drive models is truly a deal breaker for me. Every morning I'd be reminded that I'd voluntarily bought a car where they couldn't even be bothered to get the most basic ergonomics right! Every day I'd notice it. What do UK Merc owners have to say about it - it surely can't be something that only Mat here notices? Have right hand drive Mercs always been like this?

[@sardararhamkamran3878]

2020! Corona Virus Time! And the Young Mat Watson!!!

[@suomiauto]

I never thought i would say this, but i would actually take this C-class over an E-class. Or atleast until they release the new E.

[@suomiauto]

***** I had the same opinion about the looks until i saw one in person. It's really good looking car when it has the right color/rim combination.

[@luke322]

the display screen should be built inside, looks wrong, something to look at Mercedes on facelift model. other than that beautiful

[@JeremyLoveTech123]

@1:23 ouch that squeak!

[@SaturdayCarFever]

Finally you did it :) One thing NEVER WITH THE 4-CYL. DIESEL. Such sophisticated car only with petrol engine. Burmester Surround Sound System is fantastic and sounds so realistic even when listening good quality mp3's. I'm 6'1 and a half :D and in my C200 without panoramic sunroof I had enough space above my head in front as well as in the back. If you are over 6 foot you shouldn't take this car with glass roof however for smaller passengers it really isn't an issue. Great car, superb ride quality and so so quiet indeed. You can check my channel. I recently added some acceleration movies and show how it looks at night.

[@TheMusicFan1297]

The diesel fits very well, had that car in my driving school and I really liked it

[@totallywinningprogamer9860]

Mercs are awesome, but when something breaks, it's catastrophic. It's still so damn good though.

[@skrads]

Wow, this C class looks like the size of a 2008 E class. These cars are getting bigger!

[@Kishan2213]

why does the nav screen look so out of place? Its like they designed the rest of the dash and then remembered that they needed to add a screen so they just slapped it on there!

[@seckinboy]

When will new c63 be released?

[@rayaanshaikh5830]

Well Its going to be comfortable and quiet if its on skinny tyres and have tiny wheels. Try the AMG line which everyone wants instead of the cheaper spec that nobody actually buys

[@Megadriver]

I love the styling of the new C-class inside and out. I drove an underpowered C180, but I loved it. The ride is very smooth, very gentle. If it had 200 more horsepower and sporty suspension, it would have been perfect. Still an amazing car! But I hate the new infotainment displays new Mercedes' have. Seriously, what idiot thought gluing an I-pad to the dashboard was a good idea. Couldn't they look at Audi's screen for inspiration. The screens in Audis are elegant and can fold away when not needed.

[@emrex6977]

Megadriver same :D fuck the designers

[@christabellifelaja9765]

Does the back seat go down

[@Megadriver]

@@christabellifelaja9765 I didn't check, but normally folding seats are an optional extra (STILL!!!!) in most Mercedes. I have 2 Mercedes - a 2005 C220 (back seats don't go down) and a 2007 E420 (back seats go down), but the E-class has every option ticked, except the new NTG 2.5 infotainment system (optional extra in 2007). Fire extinguishers are also optional extras... I love Mercedes, but when you buy a 50+ grand car, you'd expect it to have some basic necessities...

[@oskarthor5707]

how much is the optional Burmester Audio system as seen in this car ?

[@azq1981]

The best in class without doubt ..... All those bmw/Audi/Lexus/ats/ xe fans......go take a hike

[@benjamin7114]

This will be a best seller c class for mercedes yet again ... It is an amazing car .

[@bfcfan2739]

Comes with complimentary pipe and slippers

[@flexxrodriguez4324]

having driven both of these cars (2015 models) I can give you a more in-depth, non-biased opinion than mat watson. Power: The merc c220 cdi is more punchier than the bmw 320d, accelerates a lot faster. The 320d feels sort of sluggish upon acceleration, could do with extra turbo coupled to the diesel engine. c220 is about 7.5sec to 60mph, while the 320d is closer to 9 sec. Handling: This is where things reverse. While having more acceleration, the mercedes is woeful around the turns. You'll think you're in toyota landcruiser the way the merc takes corners (or even gentle bends). Its really bad, and even for a speed freak like me, a bit scary, the side to side yaw present in the c-class. You might not observe it from the outside, but trust me try to accelerate round a turn and you'll feel it. The bmw 320d on the other hand, kept really balanced and flat round the turns, and gave you a lot of confidence to turn it hard into corners. There is a massive gulf in handling between these two cars. Really disappointed with the c-class there. Comfort: Now this is a mixed one. The C-class leather seats, while no better than that of a skoda octavia, are miles better than that of a bmw. It shocks me how bmw can make such a nice handling car, then spoil it with rubbish uncomfortable, unsupportive seats. I travelled up and down the M4 in both cars, and the mercedes seats, though not that great (could be alot softer), was far more bearable on my 150mile commute than the bmw leather seats, which felt like wood covered with a thin layer of leather. Plush soft, well padded seats on the bmw and it would have been a car worth every penny. Both cars however, failed miserably on the door arm rest support. When i drive long distances, my elbow rests on the door arm rest for hours. None of these cars provided good soft padding for the arm rest, and in both my journies my right elbow felt like i've been crawling on it. Not good, for a £30k car. While the merc was very bouncy around corners, even in sport+ mode, when it came to the speed bumps, i expected it to glide over - instead it just bobbed and crashed over it, making for very uncomfortable travel over speed bumps. mini s-class my backfoot! The bmw while stiffer around the bends (which is good) soaked up the bumps a lot better than the c-class, no rolling forwards and backwards. Noise: Both of these cars could do with A LOT MORE sound insulation. A skoda octavia is quiter than both of these cars on the motorway. I know because i've driven a skoda octavia 1.6tdi on the same M4). BMW though not great, actually had better sound insulation than the merc c220. The problem with the merc c220, was not so much the engine noise, which was too audible for my liking, but there was CONSTANT ROAD NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE CABIN, as though the rear doors / boot was ajar. It was odd. Even with the windows fuly shut, it was still irrittating, and I kept trying to wind up the already closed windows, trying to get rid of the road/wind noise coming from the rear of the cabin. This is a £30k car for goodness sake, why does it have so many annoying faults. Not mentioning the infotainment system, which means you cant change music tracks while your'reusing the sat-nav - how rubbish is that. I have no bias towards either car, my favourite brand is actually honda. but for the money they cost, I was not impressed with either car, most especially the mercedes c220, which gave the impression of the s-class on the outside, but ended up being such a dissapointment. Also - I forgot to mention the automatic gears in the mercedes c220. While it changes smoothly whilst on the move, I found so many times that when moving from standstill, the automatic gearbox lags and fails to engage into gear. Traffic light goes green, (start-stop is already disabled) I put my foot on the gas, and the car waits for 2-3 seconds deciding if it wants to move, then all of a sudden, it surges forward. Very annoying, and potentially very dangerous - sort this out mercedes.

[@bodrulm1]

what a great account. it's uncanny how similar your experience with the c class was to mine. handling was pretty atrocious and I can't believe how poorly the soft suspension takes bumps. cars 10 years old handle better. airmatic suspension is an expensive upgrade

[@Xilver_]

Flexx Rodriguez is the c220d rear wheel drive

[@billybob1511]

I found the same thing with the W212 E-Class E250 in Australia, so much noise coming from the rear of the car. And it costs over $100,000 here...! Do we really need 275/30R19 tyres on a 2.1L diesel car??

[@EraserTraceur]

@kara88bg Honestly Id take out the screen, build a swivel mount,extend the wires in the back. Bam.

[@jamesphilipson1289]

The wheel being off centre is surely a big issue, like over time that could really irk you

[@pashow6486]

I actually kinda really like this car for some reason.

[@omarqasimiqbal]

What version of the c class is this?

[@hanschristianaaenwedel2655]

Is there some kind of reason for mercedes to not make the stearing wheel directly in front of you?

[@gokberkgoksel]

Finally!

[@aznmarinex2]

finally the C class is not absolute bad lol

[@TheBullyBambi]

Off set steering wheel. Yeah, I notice that too.

[@KenjiMiller]

Mercedes is always class

[@esteban75lover23]

No jaguar

[@Sherukka]

Would love to know if one with air suspension is as comfy as a Citroen C5 with Hydropneumatic, anyone? Carbuyer? Haven't yet driven the new C-series. Of course a BMW is more engaging to drive because stiffer suspension but probably no match for the Merc when we talk about which one is more comfy, and therefore also more "luxurious" in that respect? Br, one who likes comfy cars.

[@kara88bg]

Dash kind of looks like a Porsche dash, and why oh why did they place that screen in such an ugly way, whyyyyyy, only ugly thing on such a nice car.

[@MrJHDK]

It makes it look like t was an after thought; as if they had forgotten about it when they designed the dashboard

[@connorbamber8001]

Agreed.

[@ten132]

Everyone is doing it, same in new Audi A3

[@MarimbaNation]

All the Germans are doing this because they are expecting screen sizes to increase in the near future, so it will be an easy (cheap) transition rather than having to rework an entire center stack for every line of vehicles at the same time. The Mercedes "frame" around the actual screen is a good indicator of how large they are expecting the screens to become within the next 2-3 years.

[@kara88bg]

pranshavs At least in new A3 you can push the button and slide it in the dash and make it go away.

[@jebojsa]

I have C250 petrol AMG-Line. The car is excellent, engine is punchy, even exhaust sound is sporty. It cracks and bangs after gear shifts above 4000 rpm. The car is stiff, but comfort is very good, I don't complain. Easy to drive. I have confidence in the car and performance. Folks I'm driving say that acceleration feels magnificent. Burmester sounds great, take it. Transmission lever is just fine to me and infotainment screen feels OK. I don't know why people don't like it. It works fast and you get used to it quickly. Reverse camera can be useful if you are not skillful driver, rear of the car is invisible. Fuel consumption in the city is somewhere between 10 to 15 liters, depending on your driving style and accelerator use. Use cruise control often, it reduces consumption. I think mixed average consumption can be between 8 to 9 liters with sporty driving. I made the right choice buying this car.

[@MercBenzKing]

+jebojsa Nice man, I agree 100%. I have the C200 2 liter engine and also have the cracks and bangs. Really didn't expect it to have. The quality inside and nice exterior still blows me away!

[@PennsylvaniaHomesforSale]

A few years later, do you still love your c class? Should I wait another year to buy a 2015 c class? I'm trying to time the depreciation right! Any opinions on buying a used 2015c300 ?

[@PennsylvaniaHomesforSale]

@@MercBenzKing A few years later, do you still love your c class? Should I wait another year to buy a 2015 c class? I'm trying to time the depreciation right! Any opinions on buying a used 2015c300 ?

[@jebojsa]

@@PennsylvaniaHomesforSale If I tell you that redesigned C class has 6500 components updated, that should be a valuable information for you. It's not a mistake, it's six and a half thousand components updated....

[@PennsylvaniaHomesforSale]

@@jebojsa thanks for the reply, what do u mean 6500 components updated? Sorry I'm not sure I know what that means

[@mercbenz]

Can you make a review of the Tesla Model S?

[@modestomanuel8118]

Us Filipinos don't need to worry about head room because almost all Filipinos are just 5 foot 4-7 tall so yeah we don't need to worry that much when it comes to head room.

[@maxbryan6996]

What is better? The c-class or the Audi A4

[@kerstboom20000]

Could somebody answer my question? why steeringwheel of this model of mercedes affset to the left?

[@Nqoor]

Because different countries drive on the left

[@TiagoAndreF]

The central screen, not beeing integrated on the panel...

[@MrCorgh]

Would go to check this car out at local dealers when comes, but judging from this video I think A4 still has the best interior of the three,

[@MrLimhao]

you must be joking

[@sly715091]

Based on current Audi A4, current 3 series and older C Class, yes the Audi had the best interior. This new C trumps them all though.

[@omglooord]

The car is actually very good. It looks good inside as well as it outside,but i have one huge BUT. This car(with amg aero body kit)which is tested in this review,have a fake exhaust pipes. They are actually hiden underneath the car,and it cost massive 3000 euros...

[@autorelations3357]

Ow WOW a reversing camera as sanded? Lexus was doing this back in 2005....

[@WeRunRunescape]

Auta Mota Cars? Mercedes was doing that back in 1885.