Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric
Battery electric compact luxury sedan
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The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric is a battery electric compact executive car manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. Despite the name, it is not related to the internal combustion engine C-Class.[citation needed]
China: Beijing (Beijing Benz for L models)
| Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model code | W520 |
| Production | July 2026 – present[1] |
| Assembly | Hungary: Kecskemét (Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary) China: Beijing (Beijing Benz for L models) |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener (head of design) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact executive car (D) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive |
| Platform | MB.EA |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 2× Permanent Magnet Motors |
| Power output | 483 hp (360 kW; 490 PS) |
| Battery | 94 kWh Li-NMC |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,962 mm (116.6 in) 3,051 mm (120.1 in) (C-Class Electric L, China) |
| Length | 4,883 mm (192.2 in) 4,977 mm (195.9 in) (C-Class Electric L, China) |
| Width | 1,892 mm (74.5 in) 1,976 mm (77.8 in) (C-Class Electric L, China) |
| Height | 1,503 mm (59.2 in) 1,510 mm (59.4 in) (C-Class Electric L, China) |
Overview
The C-Class EV was teased during the launch event of the Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric at the 2025 Munich Motor Show, revealing parts of its exterior design, including a similar illuminated grille to that of the GLC Electric.[2]
It officially debuted on 20 April 2026, in one version - the C 400 4MATIC electric.
Design and specifications
Similar to the related GLC Electric, the C-Class Electric features an illuminated grille including 1,050 LEDs and an illuminated three-pointed star logo.[3] The profile is described to be "coupe-like", though it still adopts a traditional trunk.[4]
The interior features the optional continuous 39.1-inch "Hyperscreen" display, Burmester sound system, seat heating, ventilation and massage functions, as well as a "Sky Control" panoramic sunroof that includes a dimming feature and 162 illuminated stars. In addition to the 470 L (17 cu ft) trunk, it also features a 107 L (3.8 cu ft) frunk.
The C-Class Electric also rides on the 800-volt "MB.EA" electrical architecture. Up to 497 mi (800 km) of WLTP range and a maximum charging rate of 330 kW, adding 198 mi (319 km) of range in 10 minutes. The airmatic air suspension system is available optionally, with rear-wheel steering that provides 4.5 degrees of opposite steer to reduce the turning circle to 11.2 m (37 ft), and 2.5 degrees of steer in the same direction as the front wheels for stability.[4]