India’s most desirable luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India today strengthened its ‘core luxury’ segment introducing two of its highest-selling products in India – the GLC and the C-Class; with new powertrain and key feature enhancements. In their most advanced avatars, the Mercedes-Benz GLC and C-Class feature a host of premium upgrades in the realm of comfort, convenience, technology and safety. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz C- Class is now offered in a C 200 petrol, C 220d diesel and a topline C 300 AMG Line petrol version. These significant feature enhancements reinforce the C-Class positioning as the ‘Baby-S’, offering a perfect blend of luxury, comfort and dynamic driving performance.
The New C 300 now replaces the C 300d: The topline C 300 features the sporty AMG Line exterior and Interior styling with ‘Night Package’, Burmester® 3D surround sound, DIGITAL LIGHTS, KEYLESS-GO comfort package,
Augmented reality navigation and Blind spot assist distinguishing it from the new C 200 and C 220d. Mercedes- Benz C 300 will come with new exciting colours: Sodalite Blue and MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red.
The interiors have been updated with the centre console, featuring a metal structure trim and Fast charging USB charging ports.
The M254 petrol engine in the C 300 generates tremendous pulling power even at low engine speeds. It is fuel- efficient, low in emissions and has pleasantly smooth-running characteristics. It comes with integrated starter- alternator (ISG) that can support the internal combustion engine with up to 17 kW of additional output and up to 205 Nm of extra torque. Unique to the C 300 engine is the overboost function. The C 300 engine provides 20 kW (27 hp) of additional overboost output for approx. 30 seconds in the 190 kW power stage. The overboost function can also be activated several times in succession – until the defined temperature limits are reached.
The C 200 and C 220d also get significant updates, and now feature climatized front seats, 360-degree camera, fast-charging USB-C ports, digital key handover and adaptive high beam assist thus enhancing the comfort, safety and tech in the car. We have also added a new color Sodalite Blue to the palette as a replacement to Cavansite Blue.
The new 2024 GLC comfort is further enhanced by addition of climatized front seats and safety by sidebags in rear taking the count of airbags in the GLC to 9.
In the transition to 2024, the New GLC emerges with advanced comfort enhancements and upgraded safety features, solidifying its position as the best-selling mid-size luxury SUV. This latest iteration strengthens Mercedes-Benz India’s already impressive SUV lineup, setting a formidable benchmark for luxury and performance. With these upgrades, the New GLC will continue its success story in the Indian market, offering a combination of luxury and practicality in one package.
Key feature and technology enrichments of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Climatized Front Seats:
The climatized seats for driver and front passenger comprise seat heating and seat ventilation – for ideal seating
comfort all year round. On hot days they provide you with a pleasantly refreshing temperature thanks to cooling ventilation. On cold days the seat cushions and backrests emit a pleasant warmth. Both the seat ventilation and seat heating can be set at three levels and controlled via the controls on the door panel.
360- Degree Camera:
360° camera: Keep an eye on your surroundings with the 360° all-around visibility on the central display. A total of 4 cameras show the areas in front of, next to and behind your vehicle. With the virtual 3D view from a bird’s eye view, you determine which angle you want to see during the parking process. The dynamic views adjust automatically based on the gear selection. Orientation lines dependent on the steering angle supplement the environment visualization in all perspectives.
USB Package Plus:
With a total of 6 USB-C ports you and your passengers can easily charge mobile devices. All USB ports in the vehicle offer 100W fast-charging capability. Using devices connected in the front, you can also import data such as your stored music to the MBUX multimedia system.
2 USB-C ports in the centre console
- quick charging
- suitable for data transfer
2 USB-C ports under the front centre armrest
- quick charging
- suitable for data transfer
2 rear USB-C ports on the centre armrest
- quick charging
Adaptive High Beam Assist:
Adaptive High Beam Assist automatically switches ON the high beams if it does not detect any illuminated vehicles ahead or in oncoming traffic. The high luminous range allows you to better see the road and hazards.
Digital Key Handover:
Share your vehicle with friends and family – wherever you are, and easily via the Mercedes me App. You retain control and decide who you leave your Mercedes with. You unlock your vehicle remotely via the app and activate the stored vehicle key for the user when they are at the vehicle.
Augmented reality for navigation (C 300):
With MBUX Augmented Reality Navigation, you can find your way around even in complex traffic situations. On the central display, the technology merges graphic navigation instructions into live images. This way you can reach your destination quickly, safely and without stress.
KEYLESS-GO Package (C 300):
With the KEYLESS-GO Package, you can comfortably unlock, start and lock your vehicle simply by carrying the key. All vehicle doors open and close by touching the respective door handle. Within 2 metres of the respective vehicle door, the vehicle key communicates with the vehicle. Components are as follows.
- KEYLESS-GO access and drive authorization system.
- Electronic vehicle key
- Door handles with chrome inserts
- Remote boot lid closing
Blind Spot Assist (C 300):
Blind Spot Assist can warn you visually and acoustically of threatening side collisions with other road users – especially if you activate the turn signal indicator intending to change lanes. After the journey, the exit warning function helps when opening the door. A key protection measure, particularly for cyclists.
New Colours:
With 2024 C-Class, Mercedes-Benz is introducing new shades in the C-Class Color palette- ‘Sodalite Blue’ as a replacement for ‘Cavansite Blue.’ In C 300 we now offer MANUFAKTUR Patagonia red bright.
Technical specifications:
| Specifications | C 300 AMG Line |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Total Displacement | 1999 cc |
| Number of Cylinders | 4 cylinder |
| Rated Output | 190 kW [258hp] at 5800 at rpm |
| Rate Torque | 400 Nm at 2000 – 3200 rpm |
| Transmission | 9G TRONIC |
| Acceleration | 6.0 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h |
*The integrated starter-alternator (ISG) electrically supports the combustion engine in certain operating states with up to 17 kW of additional power and up to 2005 Nm more torque. The overboost function in C 300 engine provides 20 kW (27 hp) of additional output.
Key feature updates of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC:
Climatized Front Seats:
The climatised seats for driver and front passenger comprise seat heating and seat ventilation – for ideal seating comfort all year round. On hot days they provide you with a pleasantly refreshing temperature thanks to cooling ventilation. On cold days the seat cushions and backrests emit a pleasant warmth. Both the seat ventilation and seat heating can be set at three levels and controlled via the controls on the door panel.
Sidebags in Rear:
The Sidebags in the rear can protect the chest area of the passenger on the outer rear seats in the event of severe side impact. To achieve this, airbags deploy between the door or the side wall trim and the vehicle occupant.
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