The car’s ground clearance is 40mm higher than the average C-Class station wagon, thanks in part to the larger wheels. In addition, the steering knuckles of the front suspension were reinforced. The damping is not active, but varies depending on the deflection, so it does not sit up at high shocks, and the system relieves vibrations more effectively.
In addition to the standard modes (normal, comfort, sport, custom), two new positions are available: one is an off-road mode optimized for the terrain, and the other is the same, but with descent control (DSR).
The All-Terrain model offers not only all-wheel drive at a basic price (with a 45/55 percent torque split), but also sophisticated adaptive LED headlights. The technology uses 1.3 million tiny mirrors per page to direct light exactly where it is needed, depending on the onboard camera and other sensors, as well as satellite navigation map data.
Standard equipment is an electrically lockable, concealable towbar that can pull up to 1.8 tonnes; as an option, a traction stabilization function can be requested for ESP, which operates above 65 km / h. Another useful extra is the trailer parking assist system, which can be associated with either this or the 360 ° camera system.
The model is available with two 48-volt mild hybrid powertrains. The performance of the 2.0-liter petrol is obviously the same as the C 300 4 Matic model available so far (258 hp, 400 Nm). The diesel is expected to be the more powerful 265-horsepower version, but since the new C-Class hasn’t offered an all-wheel drive for the diesel engine at all so far, we’re just guessing in this area.