KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- C-Class facelift introduces new headlamps and grille design
- Expected new alloy wheels and updated LED DRLs
- No mechanical changes, retains petrol and diesel engines
- New MBUX system and enhanced safety features included
- Global launch expected in late 2025, India in 2026
Mercedes C-Class Facelift: Mercedes Benz has started testing the upcoming C-Class update. The C-Class is getting an update after four long years of its existence, since 2021. The automaker also seems to be interested in extending the life cycle of the currently available C-Class by revealing the new facelifted version by late 2025. Scroll down for more details and make sure you join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community of automotive experts and enthusiasts to stay on track with the latest automotive news.
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Mercedes C-Class Facelift Spyshots
The updated C-Class will have some new additions, making it similar to other models such as S-Class and E-Class. Recent spy shots of the updated C-Class hint at new headlamps, grille and a new design theme. The test mules have similar tail lamps as the current C-Class, but they don't seem production-ready and are expected to be replaced by the three-pointed star LED elements derived from E-Class. Another notable element is the three-pointed star LED DRLs which if arrived in the C-Class, will be a common thing in all the Mercedes models.
Updated C-Class: Upgrades
As for the upgrades, we are expecting the new C-Class to get new alloy wheels. Mechanically, there would be no change and it would retain the same petrol and diesel engine options. On the feature front, the new E-Class will be equipped with the brand's new MBUX setup and more safety features, aligning it with the latest E-Class standards.
Mercedes C-Class Facelift - Launch Timeline
The C-Class facelift's global launch is still distant and may happen in the last quarter of 2025. We are expecting the new C-Class to hit the Indian shores somewhere in 2026. Once launched, the C-Class will lock horns with the BMW 3 Series and Audi A5.
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Verdict
The upcoming Mercedes C-Class facelift looks set to refine the luxury sedan with subtle yet significant updates, aligning it closer to the higher-end S and E-Class models. While mechanical changes seem minimal, the addition of new tech, safety features, and design tweaks should appeal to buyers seeking a more modern and refined driving experience.
