2022 Mercedes C-Class vs Old Mercedes C-Class

2021 Mercedes C-Class vs 2018 Mercedes C-Class
Comparison Visual Driving, Exterior & Interior Design

Sensual purity with a sporty and elegant touch. The new C-Class already looks to be in motion at a standstill with its dynamic proportions, thanks to the combination of short front overhang, long wheelbase and rear overhang. The sporty bonnet with power domes accentuates this urge of forward motion. The windscreen and passenger cell have been moved to the rear for these classic proportions known in the industry as "cab-backward design". The preceding model was already a great step forward in terms of a high-value appeal in the interior, and the new C-Class goes even further with respect to modern luxury. The interior adopts highlights from the new S-Class, adding a sporty touch.

The brand's hallmark radiator grille characterises the front. All models feature a central star, with the design and character of the radiator grille differing in the details. The base model has a central star and louvres. The distinguishing feature of the AMG Line is the diamond grille with the star design in chrome.

When viewed from the side, elaborately sculptured surfaces create unique light effects. Conversely, the designers have reduced lines to a minimum, which accentuates the so-called catwalk line or shoulder line even more. Other features producing the sporty, superior appearance include the wide track and the flush 17- to 19-inch wheels in modern designs.

The rear-end design is typical of a Mercedes-Benz sedan. The high-quality design of the tail lamps fascinates with an unmistakable day and night appearance. In the Saloon, the lamps for the first time have a two-piece design in the C-Class, with the light functions divided between the side wall and boot lid lamps. Their precisely configured interiors also showcase the standard of particularly high quality in detail. Optional or line-specific trim in the rear bumper attractively rounds off the rear view. Three new paint finishes – spectral blue, high-tech silver and opalite white – have been added to the colour range.

The dashboard is divided into an upper and a lower section: into a wing-like section with new, flattened round vents reminiscent of aircraft engine nacelles, and into an opulent expanse of trim. The latter flows from the centre console to the dashboard without interruption. Driver-focus adds to the sportiness: the dashboard and central display are slightly tilted towards the driver by six degrees.

The driver area features a high-resolution LCD screen. It is free-standing, and appears to float in front of the wing profile and the expanse of trim. This sets the driver display apart from traditional cockpits with classic round dials. Customers have a choice between a 10.25-inch (26.0 cm) or a 12.3-inch (31.2 cm) version.

The paradigm change to digitisation is also obvious in the central display: the vehicle functions can be controlled using the high-quality touchscreen. Its portrait orientation is particularly advantageous for navigation. The touchscreen likewise appears to float above the expanse of trim. Like the dashboard, the screen is slightly tilted towards the driver. The central display has a screen diagonal of 9.5 inches (24.1 cm) as standard. A larger version measuring 11.9 inches or 30.2 cm is optionally available.

A high-quality chrome insert divides the centre console into a rear, padded section for the armrest and a front section in lustrous jet black. The seemingly free-floating central display rises smoothly and seamlessly from this three-dimensional surface.

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[mosy]

I wish they kept the exterior of the old one and the interior of the new one

[cxshxnly]

New one looks like as if Mazda and Kia had a baby...

[Gemini]

The rear of the new one looks like a Corolla. I don’t like the overall exterior design. But the interior is gorgeous.

[hunorrefi]

The previus gen really looks like an S class with a shorter body.

[tsbm]

no amount of eye candy and fancy electronics can compensate for the absence of the 6 and 8 cylinders engines of the older version.

[MrEcrmoya]

I agree with most comments here, that the old one looks better. And if you compared AMG line to AMG line, even more so. With the rear of the older model, you can tell it's a Mercedes from a mile away. With the new one, from the rear and in the distance it could be a Mazda, could be an Audi, could be Kia, you name it. That's never good. I do love the interior of the new model, but I think the interior of the current model still holds up well against the competitors. Unlike a Tinder date, maybe the car looks better in person?

[shamone]

Wow, they even upgraded the landscape with the new one!

[rickscars]

Wouldn’t it be a better exterior comparison between the sport appearance pkg of previous model c-class and the new one? I think it would be a better apple to apple visual comparison. Unless you intentionally chose it so it looks more different than it really is 🤷🏻‍♂️ I think they both are attractive.

[nc.nod]

I Know both cars…I own a 2017 amg line S205 C250d 4matic. So I did a test drive with the new S206 amg line….the new one just feel cheap inside. Feels like a VW Golf. Now I love my “old” C class again as at the first day. Btw I never had problems with it:) truly the best car I ever had!

[htprince]

The old one looks like a typical Benz, and the new one looks like other car brands

[Tug.]

The body and headlights, stop light of the old are more beautiful.

[theone___]

New one in and outside is better wow what a Step forward didn't expect that.

[maxmusterman]

why do you compare the AMG-Line with the Luxury-Line ??

[maddywendall]

The previous models rear lights look better.

[danielshamu]

When the now old (W205) in the vid came out years back, I felt like it's predecessor the (W204) was better until I saw the new one in person & sat in it, that W204 has aged like fine wine though, a 13 year old design that can still turn heads, I'm getting the same feeling with this new W206, it's a beautiful car but I need to see it in person.

[bogdanpetcu]

I agree with other opinions here. The exterior is not a big improuvement. The interior is much better. The front of the car is actually a step back. This agresive look is not elegant and probably is going to age very bad.

[arvinmaryami]

That snare in the end is super snappy!

[nabiltaha]

The exterior looks good but the interior looks insanely elegant

[skye]

Existing models front grill, proportions and rear lights, looks much nicer. Which is a shame.

[mbal]

Looking forward to seeing the new one in the flesh. The old one never did it for me..the new 3 series is ‘gloopy’ looking so I might go for a new c class now.