The exterior has seen significant changes but it still is quite muted. However, the interior is where the 2022 C-Class differs the most from the outgoing model. The 2022 model boasts a cabin that mimics the minimal yet sublime luxury of the new S-Class. The 12.3-inch vertical ventral touchscreen dominates the landscape. The center console touchpad and the controller knob that the previous sedan utilized are completely gone. Thus, the result is a far cleaner-looking center stack. The car also features a brand new steering wheel that looks and feels far better than the previous ones. Behind the steering wheel resides an 11.9-inch diagonal digital driver's display.
The seats are plush and as comfortable as they can get in this segment. As standard Mercedes also offers heated front seats. Details about the interior room have not been revealed just yet. But the previous C-Class sedan was quite spacious. And considering the longer wheelbase and overall length of the new C-Class, the interior room will likely be more than enough for adults.
Model
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2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan
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2021 BMW 3-Series Sedan
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2022 Audi A4 Sedan
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2021 Cadillac CT5 Sedan
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Passenger Capacity
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5
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5
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5
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5
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Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in.)
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37.1 / 55.3 / 41.7
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38.7 / 56 / 42
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37.3 / 55.9 / 41.3
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39 / 56.7 / 42.4
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Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in.)
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37.1 / 55 / 35.2
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37.6 / 54.6 / 35.6
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37.4 / 54.5 / 35.7
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36.6 / 55.7 / 37.9
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Cargo Capacity (ft cu)
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12.6
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17
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12
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11.9
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*2021 MY used for reference
On the spec sheet, the Mercedes seems to pale in comparison to the BMW and the Audi. However, these specs are from the 2021 model year since Mercedes has not revealed the interior dimensions. However, due to the longer body and wheelbase, the new C-Class will likely be more than enough to take on the spacious BMW 3 series sedan.
Details about the cargo capacity are also yet to be revealed. It all depends on how Merc utilizes the newly redesigned exterior. However, the outgoing model's 12.6 cubic feet capacity is still good enough to take on the Audi A4 and Cadillac CT5. The new sedan's cargo hold will likely be bigger.
Standout Interior Features:
- Heated Front Seats with Memory Settings
- Sunroof
- Open Pore Wood Trim with Aluminum Accents
- Available Nappa leather upholstery
2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan: Infotainment and Connectivity
The 12.3 Inch vertically oriented infotainment display is similar to the one in the latest S-Class. It is equally crisp and high quality and rivals the latest system by Tesla. The software is also improved along with the hardware. It runs the most up-to-date version of Mercedes's MBUX infotainment system. It has nifty features like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Voice-activated digital assistant, WiFi Hotspot, and many more. All models also come standard with an 11.9-inch digital driver's display which is equally crisp and responsive.
With the new C-Class, you also get a fingerprint sensor to authenticate the driver's unique profile and memory settings. A heads-up display, wireless smartphone charging pad, ambient lighting system, and a Burmester surround sound system are all accessible through options.
Standout Infotainment features:
- 12.3 inch Vertically oriented Infotainment Display
- 11.9-inch Digital Driver's Display
- Voice Activation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- WiFi Hotspot