Categories: Mercedes-Benz C-Class

How does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class compare to previous models?

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan vs 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan 

How does the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class compare to previous models? Watch the video below or read our summary to learn about how the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan compares to the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan. If you’re on the market for a used luxury car, these are two great options that you can find here at Mercedes-Benz of Arrowhead, your local dealership in Peoria, AZ. 


The 2021 C-Class in Comparison to Its Predecessor video by Mercedes-Benz 

Features that are upgraded on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class model 

Here we have a chart of features that have been upgraded on the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class model. You can see a visual of these features by watching the video above. After watching, use this list to review the differences between these two models. 

 

2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 

2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 

Grille 

Star grille with chrome diamond pins 

New grille with star pattern 

Body style 

Thicker body style 

Slimmer and sportier body style 

Display screen 

COMAND online with a 10.25-inch display 

Latest generation MBUX with an 11.9-inch central display 

Control system 

Classic controls 

High-resolution touchscreen with intuitive controls 

Engine 

Mild hybrid with a 4-cylinder engine 

New range of 4-cylinder engines with electrified drivetrains for more power and efficiency 

Driving features 

Air body control 

Optional sports suspension for increased road holding 

New features for the 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class model 

Some of the features mentioned in the video above are not upgrades at all but are completely new features introduced to the model. These are usually new technologies developed in recent years. Notable among them include the following. 

  • Valet Protect 
  • Speed Alert 
  • Smart Home Integration 
  • New interior colors 

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