Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric on sale in Australia with up to 753km range

Key takeaways

• Priced from $105,700 before on-roads in one C 400 4MATIC electric grade
• Dual motors make 360kW and 800Nm for a 4.0-second 0-100km/h time
• Orders open now, with Australian showroom arrivals expected in early 2027

Mercedes-Benz has opened orders for the all-new C-Class electric in Australia, with the C 400 4MATIC electric priced from $105,700 before on-roads. It’s sold in a single grade with dual motors, all-wheel drive and up to 753km of WLTP-tested range.

Customer cars are expected in Australian showrooms in early 2027.

C-Class electric performance, range and charging

Two electric motors produce a combined 360kW and 800Nm, sent to all four wheels through Mercedes’ 4MATIC system. The claimed 0-100km/h time is 4.0 seconds.

Unusually for an EV, the rear motor drives through a two-speed transmission. First gear handles acceleration from a standstill and city efficiency, while second gear takes over at higher speeds to help with motorway range.

The 94kWh usable battery runs on an 800-volt architecture that supports DC fast charging at up to 330kW. Mercedes claims up to 325km of WLTP range can be added in about 10 minutes on a compatible high-power charger under ideal conditions.

The Google Maps-based navigation plans routes and charging stops around battery charge, traffic and driving style. It can also precondition the battery to the right temperature before a DC fast charge.

Moving to a dedicated electric platform has freed up storage space too. There’s a 470-litre boot at the rear and a 101-litre frunk up front.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric specifications

Standard equipment

With only one grade on offer, the AMG Line, Night Package, Burmester audio and head-up display are all standard. Highlights include:

• Exterior: AMG Line body styling, Night Package gloss black and dark chrome accents, 20-inch AMG alloy wheels, dark-tinted glass and metallic paint
• Lighting: DIGITAL LIGHT micro-LED headlights with adaptive high beam and smart cornering lights, plus an illuminated grille with 1,050 lit dots and animated sequences
• Roof: SKY CONTROL panoramic glass roof split into nine individually dimmable segments
• Screens: MBUX Superscreen with a 10.25-inch driver display, 14-inch central touchscreen and 14-inch passenger display, plus a head-up display
• Software: MB.OS with over-the-air updates and an MBUX Virtual Assistant that draws on ChatGPT, Microsoft Bing and Google Gemini
• Cabin: AMG Line sports seats in ARTICO synthetic leather, heated electric front seats with memory, Burmester 3D sound, Ambient Lighting Plus and acoustic glass
• Safety and parking: MB.DRIVE suite including adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping, evasive steering assist and exit warning, plus a 360-degree camera and automated parking

Mercedes-Benz C-Class electric pricing and options

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The Agility and Comfort Package adds AIRMATIC air suspension and rear-axle steering with up to 4.5 degrees of angle, sharpening low-speed manoeuvrability and high-speed stability.

The Luxury Package swaps in the 99.3cm MBUX Hyperscreen, which stretches across almost the full width of the dashboard. It also adds ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and an illuminated star pattern for the panoramic roof.

Buyers who prefer a more understated look can delete the Night Package at no cost.

How the C-Class electric compares with BMW’s new i3

BMW confirmed Australian pricing for the electric i3 on 30 September and both cars are due in showrooms in the first quarter of 2027.

BMW i3

The C 400 is priced between the $96,900 i3 40 xDrive and the $112,900 i3 50 xDrive, and it’s quicker than both. Even the 345kW i3 50 xDrive needs 4.7 seconds to reach 100km/h, compared with 4.0 seconds for the Mercedes.

The BMW claims the range advantage, with up to 912km WLTP for the i3 50 xDrive and peak DC charging of 400kW. Both i3 grades also include adaptive suspension and heated rear seats as standard, while Mercedes charges extra for both through its option packages.

Orders are open now through Mercedes-Benz dealers, with the first C 400 4MATIC electric deliveries expected in early 2027.