Mercedes-Benz C-Class Model Years and History

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class rolls into 2025 with minimal changes.

The Mercedes-Benz Class carries over with minimal changes for 2024.

After a redesign in 2022 the Mercedes Benz C-Class rolls into 2023 with minimal changes.

The Mercedes Benz C-Class gets fully redesigned for 2022 with a new grille, LED headlights and more sculpted look that is similar to the new S-Class.

The 2021 Mercedes Benz C-Class carries over with minimal changes.

The 2020 Mercedes Benz C-Class gets a few standard safety additions for the new year. All C-Class models now get blind-spot monitoring, passive keyless entry, hands-free access to the trunk and a power trunk closer.

The Mercedes Benz C-Class gets a substantial refresh for 2019 adding a bevy of new design and styling elements as well as more interior and safety technology. The most obvious change to the C-Class for 2019 is to the front of the vehicle where the headlights and grill have been given a redesign, with the headlights now featuring LED bulbs, even on the standard C-Class. The rear of the car was also redesigned, albeit more subtly.

Some changes were made to the 2018 C-class models including a new 9-speed transmission on the C300 and C300 4Matic models and 18-inch wheels on the coupe and cabriolet models. The sedan models now have a power sunroof standard and the C350e gets standard LED headlights. Add in a standard rearview camera on coupe models and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto to round off the most notable changes.

2017 sees the return of the C-Class coupe. Previously only available in 4-door guise, the C-Class can now be purchased as a swoopy 2-door as well. Currently only one engine is available with the Coupe but the solid, yet graceful styling, smooth ride and sportier demeanor should convince quite a few potential buyers that the coupe is the way to go.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class was totally redesigned for 2015. For 2016, the C-Class adds three new sedans to the lineup, including the C300d 4MATIC diesel, C350e plug-in hybrid and C450 AMG Sport, while the C400 has been dropped. The C450 AMG features a twin-turbo V6 rated at 362 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been totally redesigned for 2015. The new C-Class is sharply styled and looks very similar to its larger, more expensive sibling, the S-Class. The C-Class also inherits much of that vehicle's technology, helping to make it both safer and more comfortable than before. This year's redesign also benefits from two brand new engines for the C-Class.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is largely unchanged for 2014, though a new trim level tops the range in the C63 AMG Edition 507. Offered in both coupe and sedan bodystyles, the car boast an even more powerful 6.3L AMG-tuned V8, which produces 507 hp and 450 ft-lb of torque. It rides on 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels. Elsewhere, the 3.5L V6 that powers the C350 now has more power -- 302 hp and 273 ft-lb of torque -- up from 268 hp and 258 ft-lb last year.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is mostly unchanged for 2013. Only the all-wheel-drive C300 4MATIC receives a significant update. The C300 4MATIC now comes with a less-powerful version of the 3.5L V6 available in the C350. In C300 4MATIC tune it makes 248 horsepower, a significant bump from the 221 it had in 2012.

The C-Class gets a pretty thorough update for 2012. Exterior design changes are mild, but the inside gets a pretty good going-over. A new engine option has been added to the lineup-- a 1.8L turbo 4-cylinder, available on both the coupe and sedan. It makes 201 horsepower and 229 lb-feet of torque. The best part is the fuel economy numbers-- 31 mpg on the highway. A new 7-speed automatic transmission comes standard across the lineup. With it, steering-wheel shifter paddles are standard. However, the biggest news is that a new C-Class coupe arrives. It comes in C250, C350 and C63 AMG styles. They have about the same dimensions as their sedan siblings, but with 2 doors and a higher belt line. Standard equipment includes a panoramic sunroof, LED taillights and rain-sensing wipers. New safety features across the lineup include a new attention-assist drowsiness monitor and pelvic airbags.

For 2011, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class receives modest styling updates, particularly a redesigned front end, with a new look to the bumper, headlights and grille. The rear end has been reshaped slightly as well, with new taillights. Coming later in the model year is a new C-Class coupe, which will feature a long, swooping C-pillar and no B-pillar.

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz' C-Class cars are little changed from 2009. Standard safety features on all models now includes the new Agility Control system, which includes shock absorbers that adjust to the driving situation. Pelvic airbags for front occupants are once standard on all C-Class models.

After a complete redesign for 2008, the C-Class receives additional equipment for '09, and new 4MATIC all-wheel drive models are available for the C300. Pelvic airbags for front occupants are now standard on C300 and C350 models. Also new is a Bluetooth interface and auxiliary connector for iPods and audio devices. Grey/black and burl walnut interior trims are also newly available for 2009.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has been completely redesigned for 2008, with an all-new look inside and out, revised suspension and steering systems, available all-wheel drive and a new seven-speed automatic transmission. Most notably, the C-Class's lineup has been consolidated to focused Sport and Luxury models, which differ significantly cosmetically and mechanically. Sport models are most easily distinguished from Luxury models by their different grille and front end; they get a large integral emblem rather than a conventional hood ornament and chromed grille, which the Luxury models have.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Luxury models get increased equipment for 2007, with front power seats and an adjustable steering column with memory feature, plus 16-inch alloy wheels, now standard. Also, Sport models get a new, distinct six-spoke, 17-inch wheel design, and an AMG-design rear decklid spoiler and dual sport exhaust pipes. Inside, the Sports get black Birdseye maple trim instead of aluminum. The base C230 Sport model can now be run on any blend of ethanol and gasoline up to E85 (85 percent ethanol). The C-Class will be completely redesigned for the 2008 model year.