This is Mat's very first drive of the brand-new Mercedes C-Class Electric. He'll be checking it on track, strolling through the style and interior, while likewise revealing the price and the real-world variety.
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Mat's got his hands on the all-new Mercedes C-Class Electric!
It's the very first time the C-Class has gone electric, and he's about to test it over in Helsinki and see just what it resembles to drive. Not just that, he'll be seeing if it provides real worth against class-leading rivals like the Tesla Model 3.
So can this brand new EV take on the best? Let's take a more detailed look …
In terms of design, the new C-Class Electric utilizes three-pointed-star headlights and taillights, as seen in all recent Mercedes exposes. The car we have here remains in AMG-Line trim, which suggests it includes big front vents and lower front and rear bumpers. It's likewise fitted with the Black Load, which suggests the grille is blacked out, and there are black surrounds on the windows and the side skirts. It looks quite clever general, but the same can't be stated for the cars and truck without the Black Load fitted – the grille looks definitely terrible!
On the inside, the cabin is dominated by a large screen that extends throughout the entire dash (although in the entry-level vehicle, it's efficiently three screens rather than one). The infotainment system is crisp and simple to utilize, although there are great deals of menus and the climate controls are handled through the screen. In other places, the cabin is durable with soft-touch materials throughout, although there are a few switches and features which are plastic and relatively cheap-feeling to touch.
The C-Class Electric features 2 motors, and these combine for a maximum output of 482hp and 800Nm. It includes four-wheel drive, and can speed up to 62mph in 4.1 seconds. It has a claimed range of 473 miles, and it includes 300kWh charging, which enables you to include 200 miles of range in just 10 minutes.
The C-Class Electric has a starting cost of ₤ 57,995 for the entry-level car, rising all the method to ₤ 70,995 for the top-of-the-range model. On the other hand, a top-spec Tesla Design 3 expenses just ₤ 59,990. So is the new Mercedes really worth it? You'll require to stick with Mat to see for yourself!
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:21 Very first Drive
03:30 Powertrain
05:01 Track Driving
09:20 Design
10:18 Interior
12:03 Back Seats
13:45 Boot
14:14 Price
15:12 0-60mph
15:45 Charging
16:14 Re-gen Braking
19:28 Real-world Range
20:00 Verdict
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