2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate unveiled

Compared to its predecessor, the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate is noticeably larger.

Overall length has grown by 96 mm (4”) to 4,702 mm (15’ 5”) with much of that increase falling within the wheelbase. As a result rear passenger space is the main beneficiary, but cargo capacity is up a tad too. Behind the 40:20:40 split rear seats there’s now 490 litres of load volume, a figure that becomes 1,510 litres with them folded flat.

Mercedes-Benz C 300 BlueTec Hybrid Estate (2015) Rear Side

So in terms of carrying capability the C-Class Estate is on a par with its premium German rivals: the BMW 3 Series Touring swallows up to 1,500 litres, while the Audi A4 Avant can accommodate 1,430 litres. Furthermore, Mercedes is offering a self-levelling air suspension system for the first time in this segment, something that could be ideal for those who regularly lug a lot of stuff around.

As well as the usual selection of Euro VI compliant petrol and diesel engines, buyers are getting a couple of hybrid versions to choose from too.

The first is the C 300 BlueTec Hybrid, which is going to be available from launch. Combining a 201 bhp (150 kW / 204 PS) four-cylinder diesel unit with a 26 bhp (20 kW / 27 PS) electric motor, it achieves an impressive 74 mpg (3.8 l/100km) on the NEDC combined cycle while emitting 99 g/km of carbon dioxide.

Alternatively, the C 350 Hybrid will join the range later on. This variant features 208 bhp (155 kW / 210 PS) four-cylinder petrol and 67 bhp (50 kW / 68 PS) electric motors, plus a plug-in recharging facility.

Sales of the 2015 C-Class Estate are due to begin this September.

Mercedes-Benz C 250 BlueTec Estate (2015) Front SideMercedes-Benz C 250 BlueTec Estate (2015) Rear Side

Mercedes-Benz C 300 BlueTec Hybrid Estate (2015) SideMercedes-Benz C 300 BlueTec Hybrid Estate (2015) Front Side

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