The new 2015 C-Class has been officially launched in the UAE by Emirates Motor Company, Abu Dhabi, and is set to roll out across showrooms in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and other GCC countries. This aluminum hybrid C-Class is 100 kilos lighter compared to its predecessor. The wheelbase has increased by 80 mm, length by 95 mm, and width by 40 mm, resulting in a noticeable increase in interior space, addressing our biggest complaint when we test drove the C-Class last year. It seems Mercedes has been listening closely! While the exterior has been sharpened for a more sporty look, the real innovations are in the interior and safety offerings that have been passed on from the success of the S-Class.

2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Interior Features

Almost all new innovations from the S-Class have been transferred to the new C-Class, including the Intelligent Drive system highlighted in our video when we drove the S-Class. One of the coolest innovations is the Arabic supported touchpad that operates all functions in a smartphone-like manner. Additionally, the touchpad recognizes handwritten instructions. Standard driving assistance systems include Attention Assist, which warns the driver of fatigue, along with Collision Prevention Assist. This system also includes autonomous braking at speeds of up to 200 km/h, a feature we last saw in the Infiniti Q50 earlier this year. The system is capable of braking in response to stationary vehicles at speeds of up to 50 km/h and can prevent rear-end collisions at up to 40 km/h.

New Features on the 2015 C-Class as Standard by Emirates Motor Company

Reversing camera on all models (can be upgraded to 360 view with COMMAND).
Active parking assist (all models).
Collision prevention assist (all models).
Panoramic roof (all models).
Pre-wiring for GARMIN map pilot (all models).
Run-flat tires (all models).
Touchpad (all models).
Free-standing High resolution screen – 7” (can be upgraded to 8.4” with COMAND).
Key-less starting function (all models).
Blind-spot assist (all models, except Avantgarde).
LED High performance head-lamps (all models, except Avantgarde).
AMG body-kit (all models, except Avantgarde).
Ambient lighting (all models, except Avantgarde).
Illuminated door sills with “Mercedes-Benz” lettering (all models, except Avantgarde).

Standard Safety Features

Collision prevention assist (Standard).
Pedestrian protection – Active bonnet (Standard).
ESP, ABS, BAS, and 6 airbags.

Optional Safety Features

Driving Assistance Package PLUS:

DISTRONIC PLUS.
Active Blind-spot assist.
Active Lane keeping assist.
PRE-SAFE PLUS.

We look forward to sharing more details after the test drive. The new C-Class starts at 165,000 AED, with the mid-range model priced at 189,900 AED and the fully options model at 205,000 AED at Emirates Motor Company, Abu Dhabi.

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