Mercedes-Benz has built up a sizeable EV portfolio in recent years, and the lineup will soon gain another rung via the incoming C400 4Matic electric sedan (designated W520), which goes on sale in the UAE by the end of this year.
The new-generation debutant is underpinned by Merc’s cutting-edge MB.EA platform and is backed by headline stats that include a 0-100kph dash in 4.0sec and theoretical touring range of 762km (WLTP) on a full charge.
| The Good: – Supremely stylish inside and out – Great handling and comfort – As fast as a business jet |
The Bad: – Business jets aren’t cheap – Lack of feedback from controls – Spare wheel loose in the boot |
| The Good: – Hard-top practicality – Fair handling and comfort – Decent power and gearbox |
The Bad: – Outdated interior tech – Lack of feedback from controls – Rivals are far sharper |
| The Good: – Head-turner with the right paint – Great handling and comfort – Powerful and economical |
The Bad: – Expensive relative to performance – Lack of feedback from controls – Rear space and boot inefficiencies |
| The Good: – Classically stylish – Great handling and comfort – Extremely powerful |
The Bad: – Expensive for an E-Class – Lack of feedback from controls – Spare wheel loose in the boot |
| The Good: – Classic good looks – Premium cabin appointments – Power, handling, offroading |
The Bad: – Hard to tell old from new – Some low-rent quirks remain – Sky-high price |
| The Good: – High quality inside and out – Good power and handling – Extremely comfortable |
The Bad: – Conservative interior design – Not built for driving fun – Tight fit in parking spaces |
| The Good: – Very, very quick – Ride and handling – Cabin trim and features |
The Bad: – Very, very expensive – Love-hate styling – Some awkward ergonomics |
| The Good: – Fastest 4×4 ever tested – Cabin space and features – Fairly comfortable ride |
The Bad: – Not so fast off-road – Tubby styling – Pricey with options |
| The Good: – Tough handsome styling – Very muscular engine – Great handling for its size |
The Bad: – A bit twitchy at low speeds – Firm ride quality – No low-range gearing |
