Trending Now - Mercedes Unveils Sporty All-electric C-class Model

WHO:

The Verge - Mercedes-Benz is the manufacturer of the new C-Class electric vehicle.

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric is positioned as a competitor to the BMW i3.

WHAT:

The Verge - The new C 400 4MATIC is the first all-electric variant of the C-Class.

The Verge - The C 400 4MATIC has an estimated range of up to 762 kilometers (473 miles) on the WLTP cycle.

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric features dual motors producing 482 horsepower and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque.

The Verge - The C-Class can add 325 kilometers (202 miles) of range in just 10 minutes at a 330kW DC fast charging station.

Motor1.com - The electric C-Class has a maximum towing capacity of 3,968 pounds (1,800 kilograms).

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric features a drag coefficient of 0.22.

The Verge - The C-Class can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in about four seconds.

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric is described as the "sportiest C-Class ever."

WHERE:

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships.

WHEN:

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric is set to arrive in U.S. dealerships in the first half of 2027.

Motor1.com - A single-motor, rear-wheel-drive version with more range is expected to follow in 2027.

WHY:

The Verge - Mercedes aims to merge combustion-engine and electric offerings into a cohesive lineup.

HOW:

The Verge - The C-Class features a two-speed transmission on the rear axle for improved acceleration and efficiency.

The Verge - The air suspension anticipates road bumps using Google Maps data and subscription-only “Car-to-X” communication.

The Verge - The infotainment system includes AI-powered features and over-the-air software updates.

Motor1.com - The C-Class Electric is built on a dedicated EV platform, allowing for a 3.8-inch (97 millimeters) increase in wheelbase compared to the gasoline model.

(UPDATED April 20, 2026 23:19 UTC)

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new C-Class Electric, specifically the C 400 4MATIC, which is the first all-electric variant of the C-Class and is set to compete with the BMW i3. This electric vehicle boasts impressive specifications, including an estimated range of up to 762 kilometers, dual motors producing 482 horsepower, and the ability to add 325 kilometers of range in just 10 minutes at a fast charging station. The C-Class Electric is expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the first half of 2027, with a rear-wheel-drive version anticipated to follow later that year.