2016 Mercedes-Benz C 180 AUTOMATIC AVANTGARDE 1.6 Diesel

The stylish new fifth generation C-Class has left any remnants of a fuddy-duddy image in its dust. It’s beautiful to look at, incredibly comfortable inside, and offers an unbelievably refined ride. This version has taken on a lot of the features of that benchmark in Mercedes elegance – the S Class, visible in both its exterior styling and interior layout. It may still be aimed at a slightly more mature audience than rivals like the 3-Series and the A4, but if a statement car is what you’re after, the C-Class is pretty much unbeatable in terms of sheer luxury. Ride quality is excellent, and it’s an effortless car to drive. The powerful range of engines do well on both emissions and running costs, making it a smart choice for heavy road users and a popular fleet option.

• No complaints as of yet

• Century

• Good range of powerful, yet economical engine options

• Unrivalled luxury in the cabin

• Excellent suspension makes all roads feel like the Autobahn

• All the elegance of the S-Class, in a slightly tighter package

• Mercedes service and maintenance costs can be expensive