Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet

Compared to the outside where the C-Class Cabriolet comes with some very noticeable sheet metal changes, the interior cabin of the convertible has been lifted off from the C-Class sedan.

While the flat bottomed three-spoke round themed steering wheel is a completely different unit, the fancy looking fully digital instrument console behind it has been something which we have already seen in the C-Class sedan. The waterfall-like center console with free-standing infotainment system at the top, three round AC vents just below it and minimalist buttons for climate control too is the same as that on the regular C-Class sedan.

However, the C-Class Cabriolet comes with a more premium sounding music system and piano black finish on the dashboard, giving it a more rich experience. The list of comfort and convenience features is the same as that on the regular C-Class sedan. However, in order to free up some space for the folding roof, the rear seat space has been compromised with limited knee room, despite the fact that it shares its wheelbase with the sedan version.

As the name suggests, the C-Class Cabriolet is designed on the platform of the C-Class sedan, however, in an attempt to make it a bit more special, the Cabriolet comes with a couple of sheet metal changes.

The front stance of the C-Class Cabriolet has been derived from that of the C-Class, which purely means that it shares its front grille and Multibeam full LED headlamps with the latter. The starry effect of the grille, as well as LED lighting pattern of the headlamps, does give the C-Class Cabriolet a blingy front fascia.

It is the side profile from where the C-Class Cabriolet begins to get its own visual identity. While the design till the B-pillar is the same as that of the C-Class, the rear door design has been given a miss to incorporate the folding roof. There is a nice prominent and thick character line flowing from the front fender to the side edge of the tail lamp. Also, the nice chrome garnish below the window frame running all the way covering the rear windscreen lends it a premium touch.

The boot design of the C-Class Cabriolet has been completely redesigned as compared to that of the C-Class sedan, with a cleaner design and a new set of LED tail lamps.

The C-Class has already gained the reputation of one of the most comfortable places to be in, and the C-Class Cabriolet, based on the latter, retains this trait pretty well. On offer are three different suspension modes, courtesy the Dynamic Body Control system, which along with the Dynamic Select system, allows you to change the characteristics of the engine, transmission and steering feedback.

In the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet, one does get the 1.9-litre four-cylinder petrol engine as the only engine option, which we have already experienced in the sedan version. However, this engine is available in two states of tune – while the C200 produces 205 PS of power and 300 Nm of torque, the C300 generates 260 PS of power and 370 Nm of torque. In both the cases, the engine is paired to a 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox.

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet is armed with some really appreciable safety features, such as front, side, curtain and knee airbags, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Forward Collision Warning, cornering brake control, dynamic traction control and hill start assist.

While the C-Class Cabriolet might be the most affordable way to get a convertible car with the three-pointed star on it, it is quite high in aspirational value and desirability. With its stunning design, pampering interiors and perfect balance of spirited performance and comfortable ride quality, the C-Class Cabriolet ticks all the right boxes for an entry-level convertible car.