NEW Mercedes C-Class 2022 review: a luxury car you can actually afford

Hybrid engines all round and a hi-tech interior aim to tempt you to put off buying an EV as a company car for just a little bit longer...
That's right, the C-Class doesn't just have to go up against the usual suspects, the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series, but with company car tax rates favouring EVs it'll also need to face the likes of the Tesla Model 3. That means all versions of the C-Class come with some form of hybrid power, whether that's a 48V system or a full plug-in style layout. But it's the interior of the C-Class that really sets it apart from the rest, adopting much of the same technology from the S-Class - a car costing double that of the C.
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Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:47 Design
3:23 Engines and hybrid specs
4:59 Boot
5:49 Interior features
6:58 Interior tech
7:44 Pricing
8:35 Rear seats
9:29 Cool parking tech!
10:33 Driving
14:48 The best all-round saloon?
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[@immukhan4071]

Beautiful review , awesome presentation . Keep up the good work👍

[@camtait]

Thank you Immu!! 🙌🏻

[@titntin5178]

What a well put together and informative review this was, thanks! Im afraid it might be some time before I could consider such a vehicle, I littrally just bought myself a very old 3.2 v6 c class and its real interesting to see where its gone with a couple of decades more development.. Sub well earned. Look forward to your next.

[@mrkring1526]

Don’t worry, the M112 V6 and related M113 V8 is one of, if not the most reliable and bulletproof petrol Mercedes engines ever made.

[@clerouxbotha2784]

Great presentation 💯 This car looks even better in person 👏🏼

[@Carcode]

I agree such a great video! It does look better in person too I said the same on my video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6XUaJl9epKUi5o

[@wrends]

as every other car does!

[@ralphthebulldog5163]

I've got the GLC coupe and love it!

[@us_er_Max]

Wonderful car, great review. Subscribed!

[@rajasingh5490]

The best C class review. In depth but not boring !!!

[@camtait]

Thank you Raja!! 👊🏻

[@ashishsam7356]

Great Review

[@dcasteaux9181]

Have owned four C-Classes from new over the past 20 years. I suggest that you get the rear brake pipes coated with an anti-corrosion film as they are an MOT fail at about 5 years of age. The French-sourced Renault diesel engines can be fragile. MB dealer servicing is very expensive, some dealers better than others. Build quality has improved since the W203 rust bucket.

[@MrSudanPresident]

I have an 11 plate W204 model petrol with a manual gearbox, what's the best advice? And how can I reset my A service reminder

[@SDav21]

The 203 facelift solved the rust issues and was the best C Class ever made. Evidence of cost cutting was apparent in every C Class after. I had a W204 and at 20,000 kms it already developed countless rattles and creaks. The attention to detail and material and build quality was a huge step down from the 203 FL. The 205 had better materials at first touch but many that I've seen have cracking centre armrests and peeling bits on parts that are silver coated. So it was just a thin veneer to fool people and the build quality was awful. I sat in the new C Class and while build quality is better than the 205 the material quality is simply awful. More than half the door panels are hard plastic that would do a Kia Picanto proud. The ride was also noisy. It didn't feel like a Mercedes. And at that price it didn't even have navigation and safety features like blind spot monitoring or lane keeping which it should have as standard. Mercedes is selling based on name only now.

[@ghanamafia7199]

Lol....5 years but the goal is to get rid of them after right before the 5 year mark.

[@patrickbarks997]

I think keeping a Mercedes for any longer than 3 years from new is looking for trouble in terms of costs

[@-Unguardian-]

My 2012 c 300 sport rear frame rusted beyond salvage and was forced to purchase a new vehicle. I'll never buy another Mercedes again

[@mrkring1526]

“Cries in Australian dollar and Luxury car tax”

[@swapnilbnits5384]

India 100% import tax on luxury cars 🥲

[@hs0988]

Cries in Sgd and 300% tax

[@davidtaylor4975]

Cool review. Anyone know what colour the review car is? Selenite or graphite?

[@arvin2035]

Love my W203, crazy how much the C has changed over the course of the W204 and W205. For sure better than its competitors.

[@nejcribic]

Interior quality wise?

[@arvin2035]

@@nejcribic yes. There was some creaks because of the choice of material in the W205 which made people think it’s cheaply made. I’ve sat in a W206 already and can confirm it is more solid

[@tandoorifury2356]

Which color is the model you have shown in the video?

[@eeiko321]

We need to know the reliability… (I guess it’s too early) but the previous model, there are so many complaints of issues from owners

[@thecomempire]

The design of the new s class & c class actually started with the new CLS, which was then passed on to the A-class.

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

Nice...I bought a '95 E280 for 2K....ZERO rust..ZERO depreciation...smooth ride...could do 143 mph...etc etc.

[@ChristopheZ]

i drive a 1993 400E....in the USA

[@RighteousBrother]

How can it be zero depreciation if you bought it for 2k?

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

@@RighteousBrother I bought it 2020...

[@yazrsiddiqui6134]

big up mk

[@andhikaakbar1383]

Are sunroofs add ons from the premium plus? or is it the default in c300? i notice there are no sunroof on the c200

[@eh5305]

You have to have premium plus on both c200 and c300 to get it

[@kesselbrenner]

How comfortable the front seats are compared to the new E class? We own a w204 last weekend we went on a trip on the way back we traveled 200km. It took us almost 4 hours due to traffic jams, it was an uncomfortable drive, I lost feeling in my behind.

[@Lupin2060]

M

[@thatongobeni3544]

0:04 😂funny guy nice one

[@tonyg8047]

Where's the old track pad gone? Any car which forces me to prod away at a screen while driving I'm walking away from. I really wanted to like this car. I tried using the system in an audi s line variant and the ride was so busy i kept missing and pressing the wrong screen icon. BMW never remove your shortcut buttons and wheel combo!

[@eidilify]

i might buying if this guy is the salesman.. good job..

[@lue7577]

My only complaint from my w205 is the constant brake squealing while car is rolling at low speeds even with new brakes and rotors

[@satoshiwiles]

When is the UK release date?

[@bi_lal3071]

Future carwow

[@squeekyclean1644]

"if you want to feel like you've made it in life" SOLD! Will get Mercedes C class then.

[@Gemini530]

Which one has the more comfortable ride? This one of the GLC?

[@Thejob4life]

Due to semiconductors shortage, there are only 5 stereo speakers instead of 16 speakers...not even sure if they are original burmeister speakers

[@andyevans6058]

Missing jump cut at 14:04

[@redcapote4760]

I have two questions: First, can I monitor the tire pressure in each tire in real time? Second, does this have brake hold, so when I stop at a traffic light, I can simply take my foot off the accelerator? Thank you kindly.

[@bosswavegaming8536]

Yes and yes. All of the models have these features now. My 2021 a250e has it and the C will definitely have it.

[@kieran27x]

gIven the base price has risen by £8,000 from the last generation to this…. i’m not really sure many people can afford it anymore. Even the monthly payments on PCP are about £100 more now, it’s insane,

[@MrSalmanmuzaffar1]

@@usaexplore410 completely agree!! £50,000 for a c class!? No thank you. There’s much better alternatives at that price which give better comfort and performance! Yes it may not be brand new but a couple of years old is no problem!

[@marclp2612]

Still a lot cheaper than it is in Germany. Believe it or not most German cars are much better equipped and much cheaper in the UK than they are in Germany.

[@Mike_5]

Looks more grown up in it's new design instead of a Jelly Mould like it was before

[@VincennamonLe]

"A luxury car you can actually afford"? No I cannot.

[@stevenalderley9036]

A luxury car.."some people" can afford more like. It's good value for a Mercedes..but doesn't fall anywhere near the bracket of "cheap car". Especially when you start moving into higher specs and addons. If you want the shell base version..maybe.

[@davidwilkins1864]

This car must be a pre/early production model? It's a Premium Plus trim but has the fake Carbon-fibre weave dash from the Premium trim. Not an option in the UK. And I hope the cars have the uprated hifi, as there's absolutely no mention of it in the current UK brochure....

[@lukeclifton4392]

The rear end has a Mazda 6 vibe going on😬

[@permagnusson9836]

must ask The new aston martin dbx 707 or mercedes eqs amg version

[@juewang2912]

nice video, nice interior, but 1.5t no thanks.

[@unssnu100]

This is one of the best looking and best overall cars on the market right now.

[@JustxLiving909]

🧢

[@abadam6649]

The new bmw 3 series looks million times better.

[@Account1746]

That interior is 🔥🔥 will be a decent purchase in a few years

[@AM_9924]

Great review. This now beats the Audi A4 & BMW 3 series. Impressed. Do you know when this launches?

[@pidhsome]

Already did didn’t it? I have seen it in the streets here in italy.

[@oririona5462]

@@pidhsome we don’t have it in the USA yet till spring time

[@buttscratcher]

you can google when the car launches.

[@oririona5462]

@@buttscratcher that’s why i said “we don’t have it in the USA yet till spring time”

[@jaybeezero]

Headlights/tailights and interior are so much worse than the BMW. Go build a BMW m340i and let me know what you think.

[@richgl31]

“Makes you feel like you are in a much more expensive car” ….”all in this is 52k”. 😂

[@camtait]

Yeah, but £52k (which is the absolute top spec car) is mid-range premium. A proper luxury car is over £100,000 - and this C-Class actually feels luxurious inside.

[@richgl31]

@@camtait yes, I suppose it is financially subjective. I would still class this as premium still-perhaps lower end, but being still financially out of reach of most as a private car.

[@richgl31]

@M.J.G. yes, not sure what your point is? - it’s hardly a Focus. Plenty of them sell but quite a lot business, many on HP - they are not affordable for the majority ; because they are a premium product. I would agree they are mid-range premium

[@nr362]

They are making the front lights more and more like a bmw. From the side angle, the front lights look extremely similar to a bmw

[@Alphapunk2]

Car ownership restrictions imposed by the Singapore government has led this car's price to shoot up to USD 180,000 here. Unobtainable for the masses except the super rich

[@melsyoutube]

who thought the title was a good idea? no chance of the majority of folks being able to afford this.

[@pigeonpoo1823]

340i Touring, Provided you pay my fuel and tire bill. And if you'll pay my monthly lease, I'll go for an Alpina😁

[@camtait]

Ah, I too am an Alpina appreciator!

[@ryanpak6171]

watching this as a canadian trips me out

[@camtait]

How so? 🤔

[@ryanpak6171]

@@camtait everythings flipped😭

[@k9killer221]

What's the fuel consumption?

[@patrickbarks997]

The petrol does about 20mpg in the city. Get the diesel.

[@nsmith420]

A luxury car you can afford. Proceeds to show you the top line AMG at 50k+ right….

[@roarbahamut9866]

Dont by a Merc brand new, buy one used. You save 10k+ for a car that is essentially brand new.

[@RedPMD]

I bought a £32,000 sticker price A Class Sport Premium for £19,250 just cause its done 30,000 miles and is 3 years old. Good deal W177 and will depreciate less than brand new. It also has the same design as an A Class brand new today. Mine has ambient lighting and dual 10.25" screens just like the top spec model. I'm only missing the pan roof and electric seats.

[@evansobare5991]

Nice

[@coyote6154]

I drive the estate version since october, and both in terms of ride comfort and modern luxury feeling, it is miles ahead of its competitors. I am not a fan boy, it's the first benz I own, and I tested the 3 series G20 and the Audi A4 before I made my choice, and I do not regret it. They both are great cars, definitely. But are for most of them too hard on bumpy roads (s line and m sport suspension are definitely not passenger oriented...), and the inside design and technology are both waaaaay too old and dated! The MHEV is very smoothly configured, and the start & stop becomes even more stealth than before. Also more fluid than in the non hybrid E class by the way. That 9 speed auto gearbox does wonders in terms of smoothness, fuel consumption, and responsiveness. As for the screen, it's just perfect! People telling you it's too much a distraction, or that it's more troublesome than real buttons, just haven't spent enough time driving it. It is extremely enjoyable to use a bigass screen for you android auto/apple car play. And as for the practicality, no useless gear stick in the central console. It is made available to your fingers right behind the driving wheel, and is so much more convenient and natural.

[@cartmann227]

Totally agree😊

[@invtrk1046]

Coyote, you still enjoying the car? Any tips on owning this model?

[@coyote6154]

@@invtrk1046 I still do! I drove for around 30 000km so far, and am not planning on changing any time soon.

[@mhasan2579]

Glad you're enjoying your car. Have you had any reliability issues? And which engine do they have? Thanks

[@coyote6154]

@@mhasan2579 No issue at all for the moment, 50 000km. I drive the diesel engine version, but now the most common ones are gasoline and plugin hybrid (with 100km full electric autonomy).

[@aao7785]

Can’t believe they got rid of the c63 v8 :(

[@shelbyhaiketic4212]

Can’t believe they got rid of George Floyd

[@adeelachaudhry9909]

I have it

[@alphandaghan7404]

Not in Turkey, we cant afford it :((

[@glenscannell1215]

No vented brakes

[@flokoyt9693]

At 14:02 you made a cutting mistake haha

[@TheDude50447]

Visually it completely misses the point of a C class. Its not supposed to be a performance car of any kind. If I buy one I expect a smooth ride and no noise inside. And I neither need nor want to pay for fake exhausts.

[@alfredkc]

Test drove a GLC 43. Was very disappointed with interior material and build quality, so I put down an order for a Macan S instead. + I don’t like the new Merc dashboard design at all.

[@beinjar5634]

#Subscribed

[@YesAutoUK]

Thank you!

[@bondjamesbond9041]

Long gone are the days when Mercedes build reliable luxury cars. When I was young I always promised myself that one day I would have a Mercedes now that I can afford one Mercedes have let me down with their overhyped unreliable cars with average customer service at best. Lexus for me!

[@ItsShayy]

You’re saying Mercedes not a good car? 🥴 asking because I put a deposit down on this car C300

[@jk25653]

@@ItsShayy he's saying that mb being a reliable car maker is no longer true. it's a great car, but it's expensive to fix for... german reasons. lexus is getting long on the tooth in design, function, performance, etc... but it's great in reliability. if your income allows for mb ownership, i think it's a fine choice.

[@hustleallday8632]

@@ItsShayy it’s an amazing car it’s just expensive af. A lot of people can afford to buy it but can’t afford to maintain it.

[@billsheehy1]

Get your deposit back. Lexus IS a bulletproof car. I have a 2006 es 330 and nothing has gone wrong. Ride is great and solid. New ones are better but I hate the front.

[@catalinxnecula]

@@jk25653 it's expensive to fix if it breaks and if you're stupid. lexus it might be reliable ... but not a lot more reliable than mercs on average and for that you need to live with those disgusting plastics. after all it's just a more expensive toyota

[@oliverstemp9132]

200bhp from a 1.5? That’s kind of impressive.

[@AK-qe3pz]

🤣

[@JackKing12.]

Prefer the previous model rear end....this one...not so...interior too...

[@apollothamc]

For a sec, I thought it was Andrew Garfield reviewing this car ...

[@caglartunca34]

previous design was much better lookin

[@simonwilliams4307]

mercedes forever

[@hben4531]

alot of mercades drivers take up 2 bays or the disabled parking space so need for the 3d view really

[@davidyoung9561]

I would have the C-class over an EV any day

[@tutigseg]

The back looks almost the same as the CLA sadly without the C-Class logo I’ll barely be able to tell whether it’s a CLA or C-Class

[@AmateurTroll69]

and the cheap A class ....this car clearly doesnt have its own style

[@hasnaatalii]

@@AmateurTroll69 err no it doesn’t

[@kierkier2368]

Mercedes couldn't hide the front camera on top of the Mercedes logo or make it less obvious with all the R&D? And give it real dual exhaust tips?

[@nejcribic]

Looking in between competitors and find the new C class very dissapointed regarding interior quality feel.

[@xcalibills]

those air vents look so damn goofy, it's not even funny

[@neilhewitt2761]

Well it's a bloody sight better looking than the other German repmobiles but I'd still buy a Lexus - 1. Because I'm not a salesman, and 2. They are actually built properly.

[@PureGamingpro]

Should cost like max 5grand fully loaded then we talking.

[@ItsShayy]

So many negative comments, but can yall even afford a luxury car of any brand or had one?? I have a 2015 Hyundai Accent that I’ve been driving for 5 years (my very first car) and I am purchasing the Mercedes C class c300 as a gift to myself because I deserve something different and more up to date. But I would love if anyone have tips on owning a Mercedes to feel free to give advice. If you had experience, I don’t need “thoughts” prefer actual facts.

[@iCoolaxe]

Just make sure to do all the required regular maintenance and you'll be fine.

[@ItsShayy]

@M.J.G. right, I feel people should get what they want because thats the reason we work. Whats the purpose of working and we not getting the things our job let us afford. We only here for a certain amount of time, might as well enjoy it.

[@ItsShayy]

@@iCoolaxe thank you, I was planning on taking good care of this car because of the expenses for it but the comments from people make it seem like the car will break down soon as you get home lol

[@santillbrezon2161]

Beautiful cars, i love mercedes but i wish they had the reliability of lexus.The new c class mercedes plug in hybrid with fast charging that is about to come to market sounds like an absolute Beautiful car, but i am worried about reliability.

[@sayfami3927]

THE FULL ELECTRIC ⚡️ WILL BE ON THE MONEY💰WHY ELECTRIC MOTOR/S SAYS INSIDER

[@shakeelali5189]

@@sayfami3927 😂 I had the is300 hybrid and previously had Mercedes’ bmw and in no way can you compare build quality the Lexus was terrible gaps everywhere and cheap plastic used through out also my honest opinion the German cars just handle and ride better ✌️

[@ravenmcclaw1725]

You compare a Lexus with quality over a Mercedes? Are you some sort of delusional? The Lexus is by all means below Mercedes in every aspect when it comes to reliability, performance, quality. I would never ever buy a Lexus.

[@santillbrezon2161]

@@ravenmcclaw1725 Don't be ridiculous , i am correct. I am fed up with bias people . Thats sad you can only buy mercedes, i can buy any brand i want including a Bentley.

[@megatronusorionpax4900]

@@santillbrezon2161 definitely, especially with the LC500 I don't know how ppl can still say Lexus is below Mercedes

[@paulbradbury5792]

Matt Watson's brother?

[@zsb707]

The design team has definitely run out of ideas ...

[@daniwadezig]

Mobil BOS UDANG c300🇲🇨

[@micsor4121]

S is for superior, E is for excellent and C? Yup you guessed it…

[@jimmoriarty4530]

I can afford anything, Im a business man 🤵‍♂️

[@BertoniBertone]

Great tech. When your 3 year warranty expires and it goes wrong - and it will - I don’t fancy a 4-digit bill at each dealer visit. Or you extend the warranty each year for many hundreds of pounds. OPM ? Buy the premium Germans. Using your own money ? Buy Japanese.

[@maxwastell1073]

In the UK, what Japanese cars are out there being produced in the compact executive class these days? Lexus IS no longer being sold in the UK and then there are no other alternatives. Genesis are available but they are Korean

[@user-ie6jr4bg1w]

Buy japanese😂. Reliable? Yes, boring and ugly cars? Yes. Merc is reliable too btw. My C-class is almost 20 years old and its great

[@stardust-hr8wh]

I can't afford one 😔

[@puravida5683]

No thanks! There is a reason they use them as taxis in Germany!

[@snoopdagg7900]

that shit starts from 45k € and is 8/9k€ more expensive than a 3 series. and only a few thousand cheaper than an e class which starts from 48/49€. the c class is too overpriced

[@utxex97]

You guys get Benzes as company cars???

[@rakeshpatel-ki5kr]

To quote Mercedes c class as a company car option is becoming and ever increasing non option as some of us are having to full electric and mandated my company car policy

[@bam2xl14]

That nav screen is to low. It will pull your eyes far off the road if you don’t get the HUD.

[@oweny7814]

I can honestly say I feel the exterior design is a downgrade from the previous generation. I will hold out judgement for the coupe though.

[@iCoolaxe]

Interesting. I actually really like the look of this new C-class, more so than the E and S.

[@ihavenophoneok8607]

there is no coupe

[@abadam6649]

You are correct the previous generation had a better exterior but the interior on the new looks better. But for me I will be getting the new 3 series as it looks better.

[@JustIssybee]

If your comparing to another model at least show the pictures.

[@Straightarrow213]

I think it’s funny how they trie to make this car sound cheap and that’s far from cheap. If you want cheap buy a base civic of base Corolla that’s cheap.

[@bwdrives]

eh, I'll take an M340i over this

[@ndrio]

By far worse than the previous model in means of looks. Less aggressive for every line, especially for AMG line that the difference now comparing to the base model is really meehhhh. More roundy, looks like a stretched A class

[@garg0v]

I'm guessing the rear wheel steering didn't trickle down from the s class .Such a shame.

[@hughventer2934]

“yOu CaN AcTUaLlY aFFoRD”

[@SuperWolffie]

I stopped counting the word 'S-Class' after 129 times.....

[@aceocean3450]

This is all a finesse, this is a marketing tool for the brands they review! I would like to have a review where it’s more objective like on some nerd shit!! Like how much does the cost of materials differ from other brand/competition. I think the big 3 on living off their laurels, not tangible value.

[@camtait]

Why… why would we be doing marketing for Mercedes? Or any other brand? For free?

[@ricolasbest6861]

the rear makes the new C class look cheap!

[@SDav21]

The W203 facelift was the best C Class ever made. Evidence of cost cutting was apparent in every C Class after. I had a W204 and at 20,000 kms it already developed countless rattles and creaks. The attention to detail and material and build quality was a huge step down from the 203 FL. The 205 had better materials at first touch but many that I've seen have cracking centre armrests and peeling bits on parts that are silver coated. So it was just a thin veneer to fool people and the build quality was awful. I sat in the new C Class (W206) and while build quality is better than the 205 the material quality is simply awful. More than half the door panels are hard plastic that would do a Kia Picanto proud. The ride was also noisy. It didn't feel like a Mercedes. And at that price it didn't even have navigation and safety features like blind spot monitoring or lane keeping which it should have as standard. Mercedes is selling based on name only now. It is a beautiful car and that touch screen is really good. But that's about it. Other mainstream brands are doing the same for half the price.

[@antonioburke458]

This is definitely true even for BMW

[@SDav21]

@@antonioburke458 BMW build and material quality is at least still very good and consistent and probably the best in the industry. BMWs don't show evidence of cost cutting at all. They seem to be doing the best now.

[@reececollison5101]

@@SDav21 I agree, I also think BMWs have an unfairly bad reputation for unreliability, there’s a difference between that and neglect. When looked after and treated for that they are BMWs are absolutely bulletproof.

[@Doa744]

what are you talking about? the W203 is the worst C class model ever made... i've also had a 204 and drive a 205. never had any rattles... the 204 was the best in terms of build quality and actually no other car from any brand had so many testing hours as the 204. on the other hand the 204 looked rather spartan inside, specially the pre facelift. lets make 1 thing clear, if you can only go low spec you shouldn't be shopping with mercedes (or any other "premium")

[@MG777_]

You are just talking crap. The w203, was the worst c class Mercedes ever made. Rust was the big issue with this car. The best c class is surely the w204.

[@farshimelt]

Then there's the cost of maintenance & repairs. A few years of those and you'll wish you had bought something else. Oh wait, nothing gets repaired anymore, just replaced.

[@xxcsyannaxx]

that sucks, no spare tire

[@JC-kz3ut]

Luxury should be "luxury". C class is still plasticcy and cheaply built, despite, yes, if "feels" luxury now, mostly because of the aesthetics and tech

[@camtait]

That’s actually a good point, but the quality is the same as an S-Class.