The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic sedan stands as a compelling choice in the luxury compact car segment, offering a blend of sophisticated features, elegant design, and confident all-weather performance thanks to its 4Matic all-wheel-drive system. Depending on your preference for style and driving dynamics, the C-Class sedan offered distinct trim levels, primarily categorized into Luxury and Sport sub-trims. These trims provided variations in wheel designs, suspension tuning, and subtle yet noticeable interior and exterior styling nuances, such as unique grille patterns and steering wheel designs.
The standard configuration of the 2016 C300 was generously equipped. It rolled on 17-inch alloy wheels and incorporated automatic headlights and wipers for convenience. Power-folding side mirrors, complete with driver-side auto-dimming, added a touch of modern functionality. Inside, dual-zone automatic climate control ensured personalized comfort for both driver and passenger. The power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, along with an auto-dimming rearview mirror, enhanced the driving experience. 10-way power front seats, including 4-way lumbar support and driver memory settings, provided exceptional adjustability and comfort. The cabin was appointed with synthetic leather upholstery, known as “MB-Tex,” which offered a premium feel. Practicality was addressed with 40/20/40-split folding rear seatbacks, allowing for versatile cargo and passenger configurations.
The C300 featured the COMAND infotainment system, centered around a 7-inch display screen and operated via a console-mounted dial controller. This system also incorporated an overlapping touchpad interface, expanding input methods and functionality. Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity ensured seamless smartphone integration, while the audio system included a CD player, dual USB ports, an SD card reader, and HD radio, catering to various media preferences.
For those seeking enhanced features, Mercedes-Benz offered a range of optional packages for the 2016 C300 4Matic sedan. The Premium 1 package was a popular choice, bundling keyless entry and ignition alongside satellite radio, adding both convenience and entertainment upgrades. Stepping up to the Premium 2 package further enriched the C300 with advanced LED headlights and taillights for improved visibility and a striking aesthetic, along with a premium 13-speaker Burmester sound system, transforming the audio experience.
The Interior package focused on elevating cabin luxury, introducing leather upholstery, ambient interior lighting to set the mood, and heated and ventilated front seats for year-round comfort. This package also extended power adjustments and memory settings to the front passenger seat, ensuring equal comfort for both occupants. For technology enthusiasts, the Multimedia package was available, upgrading the central display screen to a larger 8.4-inch size and integrating a navigation system, voice controls, and a rearview camera, enhancing both navigation and safety. The Lighting package added adaptive LED headlights with automatic high-beam control, optimizing illumination in various driving conditions. Lastly, the Air Balance package introduced filtered and scented cabin air, promoting a refreshing and pleasant interior environment.
Further personalization was possible with the Night package (requiring the Sport sub-trim), which contributed distinctive black-and-silver wheels and gloss-black exterior accents, creating a more assertive and sporty visual appeal. The Airmatic package offered an adjustable air suspension, allowing drivers to tailor the ride comfort and handling dynamics to their preferences. For advanced driver assistance features, the Driver Assistance package was available, incorporating adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure intervention, and partial autonomous steering. This package also included an enhanced collision mitigation system with pedestrian detection and both front and rear impact sensors, significantly enhancing safety. The Parking Assist package streamlined parking maneuvers with front and rear parking sensors, an automated parallel-parking system, and a surround-view parking camera system.
Beyond the C300 4Matic, the 2016 C-Class sedan lineup included performance-oriented AMG models. The all-wheel-drive C 450 AMG (later renamed AMG C43) came exclusively in the Sport sub-trim, featuring a more powerful V6 engine, larger 18-inch wheels, upgraded brakes and steering, and an adaptive sport-tuned suspension with a wider front track. AMG-themed interior styling, sport front seat bolstering, and the contents of the Premium 1 package further distinguished this model. For even greater performance, the rear-wheel-drive AMG C 63 sedan boasted a V8 engine, wider 18-inch wheels, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and performance software with a lap timer, emphasizing track-ready capabilities. The AMG C 63 S variant took performance a step further with 19-inch wheels, red brake calipers, larger front brakes, an electronically controlled limited-slip differential, active engine mounts, and subtle interior trim enhancements.
The Premium 2 package and other previously mentioned packages remained optional on the AMG C 63 trims. Additional options specific to the AMG C 63 (and some also offered on the C 450 AMG) included 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 offered the option of upgraded carbon-ceramic brakes for ultimate stopping power.
Stand-alone options across the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan range included 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, allowing buyers to further customize their vehicles to their specific needs and preferences. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300 4Matic sedan offered a luxurious and well-rounded package, with ample opportunities for personalization to create a vehicle that perfectly suited individual tastes and requirements.
