2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Facelift Brings Upgraded Engines and Features
Mercedes-Benz has introduced a facelifted version of the C-Class sedan and estate, featuring revised styling, upgraded engines, and a longer list of features.
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class facelift has been unveiled, bringing significant updates to the fifth-generation model. The new facelifted C-Class boasts revised styling inspired by the larger S-Class, a longer list of features, and upgraded engines.
## 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Facelift Powertrain Updates
Every engine option for the 2026 C-Class is now compliant with Euro 7 emission norms. The 9-speed automatic gearbox and 48V mild hybrid system continue to be standard fit, with the latter featuring a new integrated starter generator (ISG) delivering a boost of up to 23hp and 205Nm.
The pure-petrol C-Class is available in three variants: C 200, C 250, and C 300. These variants are powered by the 'M 254 EVO' 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine. The engine develops 177hp and 270Nm in C 200 spec, 218hp and 320Nm in C 250 guise, and 258hp and 400Nm in the C 300 variant.
| Engine Variant | Power | Torque | | --- | --- | --- | | C 200 | 177hp | 270Nm | | C 250 | 218hp | 320Nm | | C 300 | 258hp | 400Nm |
The diesel-powered C-Class comes with the 'OM 654 EVO' 2.0-litre 4-cylinder mill in two states of tune: 163hp and 380Nm (C 200d), and 200hp and 440Nm (C 250d). The C 250d variant is also available with AWD.
| Engine Variant | Power | Torque | | --- | --- | --- | | C 200d | 163hp | 380Nm | | C 250d | 200hp | 440Nm |
Certain global markets also get C 300e and C 400e plug-in hybrid variants of the 2026 C-Class facelift, which combines the updated M 254 EVO engine, a 19.53kWh battery pack, and an electric motor for a net output of up to 395hp and 650Nm.
| PHEV Variant | Power | Torque | | --- | --- | --- | | C 300e | up to 395hp | up to 650Nm | | C 400e | up to 395hp | up to 650Nm |
The C-Class PHEV also delivers a WLTP-rated electric range of 100km, and can be charged at up to 11kW AC and up to 55kW DC wattages.
## Dynamics and Suspension Updates
On the dynamics front, Mercedes-Benz has retuned the C-Class's suspension as part of the update. The stiffer setup and tweaked damping is touted to favour agility and driving pleasure, reduce body movements, and respond more precisely to driver inputs.
The prices for the 2026 Mercedes-Benz C-Class start at 41,045 euros (Rs 45.43 lakh) in Germany.
