2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class First Drive Review: The brand new S-class Mini-Me?
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- ( www.TFLcar.com ) Think of the all new 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 and C 400 as the Mini Me version of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In another accurate, fun and informative TFLcar first drive review Roman takes the new smallish Benz for a drive just outside of Portland, Oregon to see if it is indeed a smaller version of the new S-Class.
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Mercedes have stepped it up quite a bit. The previous C Class wasn't half as good looking as this beauty.
Check out my full in depth review on the new C Class!
With the new C class, there really isn't much point in buying an E class anymore.
Only because they haven't redesigned the E-class yet
Until they redesign it
This car looks absolutely STUNNING. Can't wait for the new A4 coming next year to see how those it compares with this.
If this car is a direct rival of the ATS, then the ATS is fucked, big time !!!!!
Please DO NOT compare german fine product with american cheap rubbish.
solomonshv you and your bus pass, thanks
solomonshv Of course you do, Solly, of course you do. :-)))
solomonshv loooooooool i mean you're wrong but that picture was funny
solomonshv Great photo, Solly. :-)))
The editing and overall video was very good. Thanks for the review.
Just bought a used one and enjoying the pure power... on Autobahn :)
May I ask how much you paid for the car?
Idk if you’ll see this but how’s it holding up throughout the years?
I just love the new features and the sound of the petrol engines .I like it because i know how easy and smooth the merc is because i own one and it gives me sheer pleasure GM Ahmed
I've been wondering about the pre brake system, now i see it has the two cameras by the roof built in by the mirror but it says it is it uses sensors in the grill?
Great review roman!
You forgot the Acura TLX as competitor although C class pricing is now bit higher (also further from base A4/3 series).
The V6 SH-AWD has similar fuel economy for 290 hp (+1 mpg compared to C400). Not sure if you went to the TLX event and we'll see a video of that.
Looking forward to the full review.
Cant wait for mine to arrive, end of this month :))))) hard work paid off
if your using the dial instead of the track pad would your hand interfere if your palm is on the pad? or does the pad shut off while using the dial.
I drove one and it feels just like a Merc should. Heavy and planted with plenty of power.
the wood inside cabin in definitely very nice. not totally sure about the design of the air vents and button layout on all the new models, though. and in my opinion the screens sitting up on top of the dash like they are now looks more like an aftermarket part rather than a stock part.
hi, i would like to know how much room is in the rear seats for 6.2 feet tall person. Thanks
Great review ! And also i like the guitar soundtrack
A great value. Very fine safety features. As the.owner of two Mercedes cars in the past
Really great review.thanks
Considering the 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 RWD Ultimate Package and the Mercedez Benz- C-Class C-300(Fully loaded) is around the same price, which would you chose?
You guys came out to Seattle and didn't schedule some sort of meet up??? Lol. I've been a follower for a long time and would've loved to meet all of ya and see what cars you're working with!
You should review the c 450 and the c 63s amg
Great show
Also biturbo V6 and 330 bhp? How come it's so low?.. My 2.5L turbo Subie is 305 stock..
With AccessPort it went up to 340 something so does that mean this engine is tuneable? I'm sure it's not meant to be tuned like the WRX STI.. but I do love the interior compared to BMW 335xi and Audi S4. It has to be AWD for me because of where I live.
Is that a Bang Olufsen or Rockford Fosgate audio??
Off the topic: I am wondering where is the road of this video shot. It is such as nice road to drive
How good is the AWD in it though?
That is the question? I'm looking to replace my 400 hp 2013 WRX STI sedan with something like this in the next couple of years once the steepest depreciation is gone :)
Nice review, coming from Norway I always find the "engine recommendations" a bit funny. I bet I will never see (or atleast very seldom) see a C300 or C400 on the roads here. The taxes are immense on hp. alone, that's why the C220 (170hp diesel) and often also the C200 are the most sold cars here. Not so much fun to be a petrolhead with such regulations :)
Does this thing weigh 5k lbs? I don't see how 29 mpg highway is good for a 3.0L V6 outputting a bit over 300 HP.
Dear God, give me 2015 Mercedes C300.
you guys should do a video on what cars you own. it would be great to know what type of cars car reviewers have.
Thanks for the comment. We actually don't own cars and here's the reason why: The Automotive Press Fleet Revealed: How journalist get cars to review
thanks for getting back to me.
i meant like the reviewers car, like the one he owns, his daily drive.
The Fast Lane Car Thank you for this. You answered a question I hadn't asked yet.
j600esh They have reviewed their own cars. Emme Hall did a nice review of her Mazda Miata a while back.
So far, by this video. This is probably the 1st c-class I would want to own.
Isn't Volvo S60 DriveE T6 better fuel economy?
Whats the 0 60 time for the c300
Guys what should I get the Mercedes cla, Audi A3, Lexus IS or bmw 3 series?
go with the IS F-Sport its the best in its class with very aggressive styling, but go with the 350 the 250 is VERY slow. The mercedes cla is a lot smaller than these cars the cla competes with the audi s3
The only reason I don't like electronic steering is I feel like sometimes the car will steer you on a bumpy road or a gravel road or any uneven surface.
So, what model did he drive exactly? I thought he'd drive all C class models
Review on TLX 3.5 please
if this is new then what about the new c class coupe and c63 that they just anno7nced??? how can there by just one year between two totally new models????
Next to this the 3 series and the A4 are just pathetic really
Just wait until summer of 2015, Next generation A4 will destroy the new C-Class and the current gen 3-Series which isn't being updated until 2017.
Tristan Rios Pffffff))) Rly? :-D
Tristan Rios
I seriously doubt it. I have this Merc and no competition even with a new gen. of Audi A4. Period.
I have worked for audi and mercedes and had the chance to test both. Conclusion, the c class is much more luxurious and the a4 is more sporty.
Awesome car.. friggin' gorgeous. There's no way you can hate on this new C Class.. no longer will anyone be able to say "It's just a C class"
I love everything about it except for that Nav screen.. why do they insist on having it stick out like that? Looks out of place to me.
The Nav screen is like that to minimize a bulky front dashboard.
It looks ok to me. No biggie
@@conqwiztadore2213 looks modern now people always gripe about innovative features is he was complaining them now they put full sized 20 inch tablets in cars now lol
bravo to Mercedes, best looking in the class
Mercedes is the best. How can you say that? What did I say? Mercedes is the best. I agree, i totally agree! ;-)
this car looks very good, lots of value in terms of luxury
The new C-class looks great. Would pick it over any entry level luxo sedan except for the Jaguar XE.
There's no xe
No XE as of now but its coming
I can always rely on tfl to give straight up reviews about any vehicle. I just put down a deposit for one of these
After buying this car I have been only impressed and would definitely choose this car over any other compact sedan. It out does every other one! But the only thing that irritates me is that it has no auxiliary cord. No review said this and it was a big shock. Yes there is Bluetooth and two USB slots but no auxiliary input... really Mercedes???
Bluetooth enough for now ☺️
No German cars come with them. Even BMW's! But Bluetooth audio is fine though.
Who the foook still uses aux cord
Grandpa you're out of date
Sick car
Why was there a lot of the same things said over and over Roman?
It's only around $40,000 in the US? :O In my country it costs around $80,000!
sounds like this is a perfect car... These things are starting to sound more like advertisements than reviews or reports.
Thanks for the comment Ben. Mercedes really stepped up their game with the new C Class. We won't pan a car just because it is cool to be critical. There are plenty of other places that will be happy to do that all day long.
it is really a perfect car
I have it for a month now. I can say the same. See my videos with this baby in action :)
Heck, that's half a Nathan. Hahaha, love this show
Yeah but this 200 pounds difference depends from a fuel tank capacity. That's a trick. I tell you man. Merc with standard fuel tank capacity it's a joke. I needed to pay extra for a regular size one.
We used to get free full size spare tires too. Another 50 pounds "reduced" for our "convenience". Pff!
Nice review. This car is definitely on my radar for my next car.
That said, I would debate that the move to AWD is likely for safety more than luxury. Until recently, everyone associated AWD with Subaru and Audi, not necessarily luxury. These days I think more people see the value in it (from performance/handling) for every day driving. Especially in places where winter exists. :P
What did u end up getting
Perfection
Wait!! No coupe?
Which is bigger C-Class or CLA?
C
Just test drove theC300 4 MATIC ... Sticker was 55 K ... For that kind of money there was entirely too much vibration at idle through the seats and steering wheel ... I know its a 4 cylinder, but you would think that Mercedes Benz would be able to engineer it so to mask the vibration from the 4 banger ... I'm a little turned off by spending that kind of money for a 4 banger
Nice car
the interior looks better than the xe and then there"s that impeccable built of Mercedes.
Can't decide between something classy, gorgeous and sophisticated as the new C-class, or something Brawny, young, and powerful in the new Mustang. Being 20, I want something that is powerful and enjoyable to drive, however I want a rich, luxurious place to sit in as well. The exterior of both cars is great, however I like the brawnier look of the Mustang. The C63 will not disappoint, I am sure of that, and if I had that kind of money, that would be the number 1 choice.
I had to make almost the same exact decision (i.e., sophisticated vs badass) just a few years ago. My compromise? The Audi S5. Based on the comments I've received, the S5 is perceived as gorgeous, very classy, powerful and badass. It was truly the only car that met me right in the middle of the same quandary you have without having to step up to an AMG, M or RS. And the exhaust note is perfectly subtle and brawny (I know, an oxymoron but its the perfect description). The C350 coupe and 335is were just a bit too wimpy. The E350 coupe was too sophisticated. The Corvette, Cayman and F-Type were too costly.
I'm 19 and have been considering the same thing this entire summer while searching, although not new models. I was torn between an 08 GT or an 09 C class. I decided to go with the more luxurious, yet very sporty, decision. Getting my first Merc tomorrow ;)
Wait for the c450 amg sportline
Shahul Usman
Is the C450 coming to the states? I really hope so as I'm in the minority of people who like wagons.
It is..however it will be a sedan
You should review the Passat B8!
Nice B8 m8, I r8 it 8/8.
You said it wrong roman. When the computer is on sport, it goes to a lower gear. Economy is higher gear.
I don't know if it's accurate to say the ATS competes with the C-class seeing as Cadillac said specifically their target was the 3 series. I give credit to Mercedes for saying to hell with trying to be the sportiest and just do its own thing and be gorgeous and luxurious.
What is he talking about? The ATS is sportier than the 3 series. The 3 series steering has been watered down significantly.
What i really dreaming in ,to spend couple days with u guys,your friend from iraq
I saw a few of these on the road and from the back I actually thought it was an S-class untill I came close and saw the padge
All wheel drive is synonymous with luxury. I must remember that the next time I look at a mud coated LandRover 90 !!!!!!
48k is alot base, why not just move up to the e-class
3 series is not the sportiest in the class, thats the ATS. this new c class is definitely the nicest though
i know that S-class owners will dislike C class design
Did ya forget about it competeing with lexus orr
Ikr! the IS
hmmmm C300 and C400!?!? Why dont we get these in the UK!! Not all of us like diesels and small engines! On the other hand, not too sure on the styling. Slightly "banana on wheels". Would prefer a Lexus IS F Sport myself.
Mt. Rainer!
He never gave the size of the screen.
They kind of have the same look as the 2015 wrx
You call this twisty?
FWIW take this badboy in the Ike Gauntlet :)
Throw an adjusted *2.7L EcoBoost* in that Mercedes and that should be fun and possibly more efficient.
TFL loves to spend ALOT of time bringing up a car's competitors. Sure, I understand the context, but it's a bit much I think. Almost anytime a specific trait of discussed, it's discussed in the context of its competitors. Why not just introduce the car being reviewed, mention its competitors, talk about the review car's merits/demerits, then summarize the differences from its competitors at the end?
That's too bad they won't release RWD until later.. Some people that live in states with barely any rain and NO snow would prefer rwd.. Cheaper, better mpg, a little faster from the weight
Embrace the change or perish
why does every review with these cars always forget the Lexus IS as a competitor? because it is now that Lexus is finally making an IS200t and the same IS350 from before
+James Muller because they only compare bmw vs merc vs audi, they almost always leave out jaguar, lincoln, cadillac, acura and lexus.... they don't know any better
true
wheres the amg models
2:24 sounds like my Dyson
You forgot the Infiniti q50
OHHHHHH a half Nathan!!!!
Now thats a sexy C-Class
Where are the fog lights?
I think they aren't necessarily needed anymore to much technology plus I see that cars with LED headlights are doing away with the fogs and just having them as an option opposed to standard. ex: 2014 Acura MDX 2015 Acura TLX Some BMWS.
Front leds are intelligent in this Merc so they can adapt to a foggy day or night ;) I have it so I know how it works. In the back you can see leds from a mile away :D so no fog lights needed there.
I like his comment that the car says you made it. So if you own a Dodge truck that cost as much or more, does that say you've made it?
i dive the 2015 mercedes s class it cost me 100,000 it was to much ,i coulg get the 2015 mercedes c class
I've always heard it is so expensive to maintain a Benz car
Tested this car right after the infiniti Q50 2.0T. The Q50 outclasses it, has better quality and fit and finish, more spacious, more gadgets, quieter and it can do all this while being cheaper! Q50 is like an ultra luxurious C250 (same engine and gearbox) and C180 price (u don't have this in America).
I never liked C-Class's, they just looked so cheap and ugly. But this new C-Class looks like a boss! Absolutely love the design inside and out!
There nice cars until they break then they cost you a chevy cruze just to replace the alternator lol
Whats the meaning of c class and s class
cheap vs signature
Classy and significance
They are even making the new MB E class look like an S Class and C Class
I love the videos but it seems we are getting away from the actual car reviews and doing more stunts and fun things. That is all fine and dandy but i am looking for good honest car reviews.
Hi. Here is the thing...Your voice is too low, your music is too loud... It's a nightmare....!
Thanks for the comment but so much hate in such few words. Sorry, you're having such a bad day.
Hate....?!!! Sorry.....I can't hear you.....!!!! Music....!!! Aloha...!
The ATS looks better on the inside to me, but the C class kills in the exterior department
An affordable S-Class... NICE!!!