On luxury brands, no one can avoid a Mercedes-Benz.
And will the Mercedes-Benz long wheelbase C-Class be the gift for a better self?
Written by Ao Jing Typography Tong Wei
Everyone says that the new long-wheelbase C-Class is a small S, but in my opinion, it's not as controversial as when the new S-Class came out. Mercedes-Benz's latest sporty family design language is used on this new Mercedes-Benz long wheelbase C-class, and there is no doubt that this angular headlight and taillight shape are more coordinated on the "small S-class". In addition to the large LOGO of the front, Mercedes-Benz long wheelbase C-class is also attached with dozens of small three-pronged star emblems at the grille, the lengthening of the body side and the proportion of the body have no sense of violation, and although the exhaust of the two sides of the rear is a decorative part, it complements the overall shape of the tail, to a certain extent, making up for the visual feeling of the taillight narrowing the tail.
The new Mercedes-Benz Long Wheelbase C-Class is based on mercedes-Benz's second-generation longitudinal rear-drive MRA2 platform, with chassis designation W206. The biggest significance of the long wheelbase version must be the improvement of the interior space. The whole vehicle is visually larger than the old C-class, and similarly, the three dimensions and wheelbase have been upgraded accordingly. The body dimensions are 4882/1820/1461 mm and the wheelbase is 2954 mm. Compared with the previous generation, it has increased by 98 mm, 10 mm and 4 mm respectively, and the wheelbase has also increased by 34 mm. The increase in size figures is also evident in the interior space. The new C-Class offers one-piece seats in the front for better support and wrapping. The rear space is 89 meters longer than the overseas version, the rear seats are 22 mm thicker and 14 mm longer than the previous generation, and combined with the headrest cushions, comfortable rear headrests, integrated central armrests, sunroof sunshade rear adjustment buttons, rear gentleman buttons and other comfortable upgrades, all bring a first-class luxury experience. In addition, more details have been designed to enhance the luxurious and exclusive feeling of the rear, the rear seat Maybach small headrest, coupled with the rear central armrest built-in 64 colors of mood lights, and provide the sunlight sunshade rear adjustment button, as well as the rear boss key and 2 Type-C interfaces, all of which will highlight the comfort of the rear. It's just that the seat adjustment keys on the door are not displaced when used, and you need to adapt to it.
No one would question mercedes's "leading" status in the inner chamber. Although not the boss of the family, the Mercedes-Benz long wheelbase C-class still borrows from the big brother S-class, as always, showing the soul fit of material, detail and texture. The interior panels are clad in solid wood and aluminium strips, and the black perforated wood is inlaid with aluminium trims, which is a unique visual effect like the texture of the yacht deck. The desensitized chrome process is buried in the air outlet of 64-color ambient light, the knob damping texture is delicate, the sound is crisp, and the luxury aspect is quite in place. In addition, Mercedes-Benz long wheelbase C-class directly skip the large joint screen introduced the new S-class with the same left horizontal right vertical large screen layout, the standard 12.3-inch digital instrument screen and 11.9-inch central touch screen, the benefits of the second generation of MBUX intelligent human-computer interaction system Needless to say, and built-in 40 life application software. The sporty version of the "dragonfly" shape of the multi-functional steering wheel is impossible not to love. In addition, the new C-class is equipped with the Smog Terminator 3.0 as standard and for the first time equipped with an enhanced filter element that can filter PM0.3 particles, achieving the best interior air filtration efficiency among Mercedes-Benz products. The Sound of Berlin 3D surround sound system has 15 speakers throughout the car and has a maximum power of 710 watts. Whether it is touch, smell, or hearing, all get all-round relaxation and pleasure.
Although this generation of long wheelbase C-Class is equipped with a 1.5T engine as standard, the old 2.0T option is eliminated. But the M254 inline four-cylinder engine he is equipped with is equipped with an ISG integrated starter generator, which can provide an additional 15 kW of power and 200 Nm of torque compared to the BSG motor of the previous model. Taking the C 260 L model as an example, due to the addition of ISG motors, its maximum output power is 150+15 kW, the maximum output torque is 300+200 Nm, and the acceleration of 100 km/h is 7.5 seconds. Specifically, this generation of ISG motors is located in the P1 position between the engine and the transmission, directly connected to the crankshaft, without belt and crankshaft connection, reducing the energy loss caused by belt sliding and improving the energy conversion efficiency of the engine. In addition, the ISG motor in 510ms to quickly take the engine to 1100 rpm, during the engine without fuel injection, no combustion workmanship, in addition to idling state to bring better quietness, in the travel period can also effectively improve fuel economy, WLTC operating conditions under the vehicle fuel consumption can reach a minimum of 6.1 liters / 100 km, fuel consumption compared to M264 reduced by 10%. And the start and stop of the vehicle is also quite quiet and smooth, and the start and stop function is turned off without getting on the car. In addition, it is worth praising that this generation of long wheelbase C-class has significantly improved in chassis tuning, which is much more flexible than the old model. Although the front and rear multi-link independent suspension is used like the old model, the new car shows better vibration absorption and support than the old model when passing through ditches and bumps or corners. And the control of the vehicle in terms of NVH is also better than that of the old model, and the driving experience has obviously improved by a notch.
The new generation of intelligent driver assistance systems, also derived from the new S-class, has also been delegated to the C-level, including high-speed following, lane change assistance, lane keeping, active braking, steering assistance, blind spot warning, intelligent parking and other auxiliary functions, and has excellent performance in ease of use and stability.
Although the gap between the products launched by many independent brands and luxury brands in recent years is narrowing, the achievements of Centennial Mercedes-Benz in the design, production and innovation of the automotive field still have profound heritage. Years of localization practice have given Beijing Benz enough strength to delegate the latest design and advanced technology of the S-Class to the C-Class. But the C-class is not just a simple copy, and through the addition of ISG motors, the old 48V technology is taken to a new level, surpassing and becoming a better version of itself.
Mercedes-Benz Long wheelbase C-Class
Body and drive form:
Front rear/four wheel drive,
4-door 5-seater medium-sized sedan, load-bearing
motor:
1.5T+48V，I-4，170PS，250Nm
1.5T+48V，I-4，204PS，300Nm
Transmission: 9AT
Official 0-100km/h acceleration: 7.5-9s
Suspension:
Front/multi-link independent, rear/multi-link independent
tyre:
Front/Rear 225/50 R17,
Front: 225/45 R18, rear: 255/40 R18;
Length× width × height:
4882/1820/1456-1461mm
Wheelbase: 2954mm
Luggage compartment volume:-
Curb weight: 1700-1800kg
WLTC comprehensive fuel consumption: 6.1-6.6L/100km
Fuel label: 95
Fuel tank capacity: 66L
Vehicle warranty: three years unlimited kilometers
Listing date: August 2021
Manufacturer guidance price: 32.52-37.22 million yuan