2014 Mercedes-Benz C 250

For 2014, the entire Mercedes-Benz C-Class lineup receives a standard split-folding rear seat. The C350's standard wheel size climbs from 17 to 18 inches, while an even higher performance Edition 507 package becomes available on the C63 AMG. 

It may not be as driver-oriented as the BMW 3 Series, but that doesn't stop the 2013 Mercedes-Benz C-Class from being a strong proposition for luxury-sedan shoppers. If the C350's $42,100 MSRP is outside your price point, the more attractively priced 4-cylinder C250, which starts at $35,800 for the Sport sedan and $36,250 for the Luxury sedan, should draw even more buyers toward the 3-pointed star. 

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The 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is available in 10 variants: the C250 Sport sedan, C250 Luxury sedan, C300 4Matic Sport sedan, C300 4Matic Luxury sedan, C350 Sport sedan, C250 coupe, C350 coupe, C63 AMG sedan, C63 AMG coupe and C63 AMG Edition 507.

All C-Class models come with standard dual-zone climate control, power multi-adjustable front seats, second-row folding seats, cruise control, Bluetooth audio streaming and keyless entry.

The C250 Sport sedan ($35,800) is powered by a 201-horsepower turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. C-Class options include a $2,500 Premium Package that adds 14-way power seats, SiriusXM satellite radio, a Harman Kardon surround sound system and heated front seats. The $2,860 Multimedia Package adds a rearview camera, voice control, navigation with an 80-gig hard drive and a 10-gig music register. A sport package adds 18-inch AMG-branded wheels, sport seats, special trim including a flat-bottomed steering wheel and a rear spoiler to the tune of $2,300. Leather upholstery can be ordered for $1,750, and a Lane Tracking Package with blind spot and lane-keeping assist adds $875 to the bottom line. The mbrace mobile app, which enables automatic collision notification, remote unlocking, roadside assistance access and a vehicle finder, among other features, is free for six months, followed by a $280 annual fee.

The C250 Luxury sedan ($36,250) offers essentially the same standard and optional items, only outfitted with more traditional trim and body accents, and same-sized front and rear wheels and tires (unlike the Sport, which is equipped with staggered 225-mm front, 245-mm rear tires.)

The C250 Coupe ($38,200) offers the same essential exterior treatment as the C250 Sport Sedan but trades four doors for two. 

The C300 4Matic Sport sedan ($39,400) upgrades to a 248 hp 3.5-liter V6 and adds all-wheel drive, also mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. The Luxury version ($39,850) offers more subdued body work and same-sized front and rear wheels and tires.

The C350 Sport sedan ($42,100) upgrades the engine once again, to a 302-hp 3.5-liter V6, which includes stop/start technology. Also included is an uprated 450-watt stereo with SiriusXM Radio, 12 speakers and LOGIC7 surround sound.

The C350 Coupe ($43,850) offers the same package as the C350 Sport sedan, only in 2-door form. 

Graduating to the C63 AMG sedan ($60,250) and C63 AMG coupe ($62,750) makes significant engine and suspension upgrades, with a 451-hp 6.2-liter V8 and a lengthier list of standard items, though many luxury items (like leather seats) are still optional. Add $9,750 for the Edition 507 Package and engine output gets boosted to 507 hp, top speed increases to 174 miles per hour, brakes are uprated and wheels enlarge to 19 inches.