The 2016 C300 Mercedes Benz stands out as a compelling luxury sedan, offering a blend of sophisticated features and customizable options. Available in both Luxury and Sport trim levels, the C-Class sedan provides distinct choices in wheel design, suspension tuning, and interior and exterior styling to cater to varied preferences.
The standard C300 model is well-equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights and wipers, and power-folding side mirrors that include auto-dimming on the driver’s side. Inside, dual-zone automatic climate control ensures comfort, while a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel and auto-dimming rearview mirror add convenience. The 10-way power front seats feature four-way lumbar support and driver memory settings. The interior is appointed with synthetic leather upholstery (“MB-Tex”) and practical 40/20/40-split folding rear seatbacks. Technologically, the C300 incorporates the COMAND infotainment system, centered around a 7-inch display screen and controlled via a console-mounted dial paired with a touchpad interface. Connectivity features include Bluetooth for phone and audio, an audio system with a CD player, dual USB ports, an SD card reader, and HD radio.
Mercedes-Benz offers a range of optional packages to enhance the 2016 C300. The Premium 1 package adds keyless entry and ignition alongside satellite radio. Stepping up to the Premium 2 package includes LED headlights, LED taillights, and an upgraded 13-speaker Burmester sound system, ideal for audiophiles. For interior enhancements, the Interior package brings leather upholstery, ambient interior lighting, and heated and ventilated front seats, also adding power adjustments and memory settings for the front passenger seat.
Technology upgrades are available through the Multimedia package, which features a larger 8.4-inch display screen, a navigation system, voice controls, and a rearview camera. The Lighting package enhances visibility with adaptive LED headlights that include automatic high-beam control. For cabin air quality, the Air Balance package offers filtered and scented air.
For those choosing the Sport sub-trim, the Night package delivers distinctive black-and-silver wheels and gloss-black exterior accents for a more assertive aesthetic. The Airmatic package introduces an adjustable air suspension for a smoother ride and adaptable driving dynamics. Safety and driver assistance technologies are bundled in the Driver Assistance package, including adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure intervention, and partial autonomous steering. This package also features an enhanced collision mitigation system with pedestrian detection and front and rear impact sensors. Parking convenience is addressed by the Parking Assist package, which adds front and rear parking sensors, an automated parallel-parking system, and a surround-view parking camera system.
For performance enthusiasts, the all-wheel-drive C 450 AMG (available only in the Sport trim) steps up with a V6 engine, 18-inch wheels, upgraded brakes and steering, and an adaptive sport-tuned suspension. AMG-themed interior styling, sport front seat bolstering, and the contents of the Premium 1 package are also standard. The rear-wheel-drive AMG C 63 sedan elevates performance further with a V8 engine, wider 18-inch wheels, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and performance software including a lap timer. The AMG C 63 S variant enhances this with 19-inch wheels, red brake calipers, larger front brakes, an electronically controlled limited-slip differential, active engine mounts, and subtle interior trim upgrades.
Optional across the AMG C 63 trims, and often available for the C 450 AMG, are features like a dual-mode sport exhaust, carbon-fiber exterior and interior trim, race-inspired front sport seats, and two-tone leather upholstery. The C 63 S also has the option for upgraded carbon-ceramic brakes for ultimate stopping power.
Beyond packages, stand-alone options for the 2016 C300 Mercedes Benz include a panoramic sunroof, front and rear parking sensors, automatic parking assist, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display, a power rear window sunshade, manual rear side window sunshades, and a power-closing trunk, offering a wide array of customization to tailor the vehicle to individual needs and preferences. The 2016 C300 Mercedes Benz provides a luxurious and feature-rich entry into the sedan market, with ample opportunity for personalization.
