2011 2012 Mercedes C-Class : first pictures of the facelift

The photos of the facelift of the Mercedes C-Class rain. Facelift bodes well for a model which already shows significant almost 4 years on the clock.

Class C of the firm to the star is about to get a facelift. Indeed, the first images of the facelift will confirm the Mercedes to revive one of its leading models in terms of sales.

Aesthetically, the shields and redesigned front and rear lights are the only notable exterior alterations, and the plastic of the vehicle remains broadly similar to its predecessor. As for the passenger who wins and loses in serious austerity, it is closer to the benefits offered by the E-Class features a revamped dashboard, a new steering wheel from the CLS and a large screen. Several inserts are available, and brushed aluminum trim, that complete the whole, abandoning without regret the black plastic infesting the current version.

Engine side, the most notable development is the adoption of the new 3.5l V6 now developing 306 hp for 370 Nm of torque, with consumption falling.

This facelift will also be available next month with a presentation in Detroit. Note that the AMG version should also receive a cosmetic reorganization shortly with, in addition, the presence of the new 5.5L V8 twin turbo.