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Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon Lease Deals

The Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon is a five-seat compact executive car offered with petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid power, in AMG Line and Urban Edition trims plus the 671 bhp AMG. This page explains who it suits, how the versions differ and what to weigh up before you order.

The Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon is the compact executive four-door in the Mercedes-Benz range: five seats, a boot of 280 to 455 litres depending on version, and a cabin that borrows much of its look from the brand's larger saloons.

It suits company car drivers, long-distance commuters and anyone who wants a quiet, comfortable motorway car with a badge that still carries weight on a driveway. Reviewers consistently describe it as the plusher, calmer choice in its class rather than the sharpest one to drive.

The choice here is straightforward: one body style on this page, three powertrains (petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid), and two everyday trims, AMG Line and Urban Edition, with the 671 bhp AMG above them.

Mercedes-Benz C Class AMG Line plug-in hybrid saloon in patagonia red, front three-quarter view
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Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon key facts

Body styleSaloon
PowertrainsPetrol, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid (194–671 bhp)
Seats5
Boot280–455 litres
Economy (WLTP)30.7–62.8 mpg
Braked towing1,800 kg
Manufacturer warranty3 years, unlimited mileage
Euro NCAP5 stars

Manufacturer data for the versions we currently offer. Last updated 5 October 2026.

About the Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon

This is the fifth-generation C Class, on sale in this form since 2022, and it sits below the larger executive saloons in the Mercedes-Benz line-up. It carries five people, tows up to 1,800 kg braked and comes with a three-year, unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty.

Road testers are consistent about its character: a supple, settled ride and a very quiet cabin, with a big portrait screen and digital instruments lifted in spirit from cars costing far more. The criticisms are equally consistent - some trim materials feel ordinary for the money, and rivals feel keener through corners.

Euro NCAP awarded it five stars, with 93% for adult occupant protection and 89% for child occupant protection.

C Class Saloon or C Class Estate?

The Saloon is the four-door with a separate boot; the C Class Estate is the five-door load-carrier. Both seat five and both tow up to 1,800 kg braked, so the real difference is what you can get in the back.

Saloon boots run from 280 to 455 litres depending on version. The Estate starts at 320 litres and reaches 490 litres with its rear seats up, or 1,335 to 1,510 litres folded, which the Saloon simply cannot match with a fixed rear shelf.

If you want to weigh both up side by side, the full C Class range page covers every version.

Why lease a Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon?

Because the standard kit list is generous on every version, which matters more on a lease than it does on a purchase - you're not going to spend three years wishing you'd ticked one more option box.

Every C Class Saloon has heated front seats, an electrically adjustable driver's seat, keyless entry and start, wireless phone charging, built-in navigation, a digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, climate control and ambient lighting.

Safety and assistance kit is standard across the range too: autonomous emergency braking, lane-keep assist, automatic high beam, LED headlights, front and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera and self-steering parking.

Servicing falls every 12,500 to 15,500 miles, so most drivers won't be back at a dealer often. The spare is a tyre repair kit rather than a wheel.

Mercedes-Benz C Class Urban Edition plug-in hybrid saloon in graphite grey, front three-quarter view from the passenger side
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Which C Class Saloon powertrain is right for me?

Three choices: petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid. All are automatic with a nine-speed gearbox, and the answer mostly comes down to your mileage and whether you can plug in where you park.

Mercedes-Benz C Class AMG Line diesel saloon in high tech silver, rear three-quarter view
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Petrol

The petrol runs from 201 to 415 bhp, with rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive available, and returns 30.7 to 45.6 mpg on the WLTP test. Boot space is 455 litres with the seats up - the largest here. It suits shorter, mixed journeys where charging isn't practical.

Diesel

The 2-litre diesel gives 194 to 261 bhp, rear-wheel drive and 55.4 to 62.8 mpg, with 440 to 550 Nm of torque. If you cover big motorway miles and can't charge, this is still the sensible pick, and you keep the full 455-litre boot.

Plug-in hybrid

The plug-in hybrid pairs a 2-litre turbo with a 25.4 kWh battery for 309 to 671 bhp, rear- or all-wheel drive. Charging is 4 to 11 kW, and the best version takes about two hours from 10 to 100% at 11 kW. It only makes sense if you charge regularly - and the boot drops to 280 to 315 litres.

Mercedes-Benz C Class at a glance

Manufacturer figures by powertrain; exact values vary by version.
DieselPetrolPlug-in hybrid
Boot455 litres455 litres280–315 litres
Power194–261 bhp201–415 bhp309–671 bhp
Seats555
0–62 mph5.7–7.5 s4.3–7.3 s3.4–6.2 s
Braked towing1800 kg1800 kg1800 kg
Economy (WLTP)55.4–62.8 mpg30.7–45.6 mpg–
Battery––25.4 kWh

Which C Class Saloon trim should I choose?

Two everyday trims, AMG Line and Urban Edition, then the AMG performance version. Every one of them carries the standard equipment listed above.

Mercedes-Benz C Class AMG Line plug-in hybrid saloon in selenite grey, front view
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AMG Line

AMG Line is the entry point, from 201 bhp with rear-wheel drive, on 18-inch AMG 5 Spoke alloy wheels with artificial leather upholstery. It adds hard disc navigation, smartphone integration, ARTICO man-made leather in nappa look on the dashboard and beltlines, heated front seats and a parking package with reversing camera, plus blind-spot monitoring, traffic sign recognition, seat memory, sports suspension and front sports seats.

Urban Edition

Urban Edition is the plug-in hybrid trim, starting at 309 bhp with rear-wheel drive, also on 18-inch AMG 5 Spoke alloys with artificial leather. Against AMG Line it's a softer, less overtly sporting take on the same car, with Artico trim and ambient lighting, rather than a step up in equipment.

AMG

The AMG is the performance version: a 671 bhp plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive, four-wheel steering and adaptive suspension. It adds 20-inch AMG Cross Spoke forged alloys in high-gloss black, Digital Light LED headlamps, MBUX augmented reality navigation, an electric panoramic sunroof, AMG Nappa leather, a head-up display and a 360-degree camera. Adaptive cruise control and active lane-change assist are available as options.

Similar cars to consider

If you're still shortlisting, look at the BMW 2 Series, the BMW 4 Series, and two from the same maker, the Mercedes-Benz CLA and the Mercedes-Benz B Class. The rest of the Mercedes-Benz range is worth a browse too.

Image for illustration purposes only. The actual vehicle and specification may differ.

Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon FAQs

It works well for a family of four. It has five seats, and Euro NCAP scored it 89% for child occupant protection within its five-star rating. Three across the back is a squeeze, and a saloon boot opening is narrower than an estate tailgate.

Between 280 and 455 litres with the rear seats up, depending on version. Petrol and diesel versions give the full 455 litres; the plug-in hybrid drops to 280 to 315 litres because of the battery. If luggage space is the deciding factor, check the individual deal before you order.

Yes, if you want the benefit. On an empty 25.4 kWh battery the economy and company car tax advantages depend on plugging in. Charging runs at 4 to 11 kW, with the best version taking around two hours from 10 to 100% at 11 kW. Our electric and hybrid leasing guides cover what to check first.

Mercedes-Benz covers the car for three years with unlimited mileage, which matters if you lease on a high annual mileage. There's a three-year paintwork guarantee and a 30-year anti-corrosion guarantee. On plug-in hybrids the battery is covered for six years or 62,000 miles, guaranteeing 70% of capacity.

Yes. Braked towing is up to 1,800 kg and unbraked towing 750 kg, with a roof load limit of 100 kg. That covers a small caravan or a single-axle trailer. Tell us if you need a towbar fitted, as it has to be specified on the order rather than added later.

That depends entirely on what's available at the time. Rentals move as pricing is refreshed, and the version that looks cheapest one week may not be the next, so the honest answer is to check the live C Class Saloon deals below. They're for the Saloon only. Our guide to choosing your car helps with mileage and term.

Every 12,500 to 15,500 miles. On a typical three-year lease at 10,000 miles a year that's a manageable schedule, and servicing can be bundled into the contract as a maintenance package if you'd rather fix the monthly cost. Just ask our team when you enquire.

Specifications from Mercedes-Benz's UK data and Euro NCAP; equipment and availability vary by version, so check the individual deal before you order.

Page updated 5 October 2026 by First Vehicle Leasing. Prices and availability shown on this page are live and change as deals are refreshed.

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