Mercedes is refreshing its electric lineup with pragmatic thinking and real commitment. The latest electric models from the star brand are among the best in their class, excelling in efficiency, range, and charging capability. Yet they aren’t always affordable. To broaden access, the electric Mercedes‑Benz Classe C is expected to receive two new entry‑level variants in 2027 that would bring the entry price down into the lineup.
Two Rear-Drive Versions
Currently, the electric Classe C is offered only in a 4Matic configuration, the 300 or 400, pairing NMC batteries from 85 to 94 kWh. Naturally, with 421 or 489 horsepower and WLTP ranges from about 682 to 782 km (roughly 424–486 miles), these two trims deliver a strong driving experience, but they aren’t among the most affordable in the segment. Not to mention they run on an 800‑volt platform enabling blistering charging times, which also drives up the price tag.
To broaden the lineup and provide more accessible powertrains, Mercedes is reportedly working on two rear‑drive versions, which could be named the 200 and 250.
A New Battery in the Lineup
According to our information, the Mercedes Classe C 200 electric would use a 64 kWh LFP battery. The range could be around 500 km (about 310 miles), as Mercedes has demonstrated strong efficiency with its EVs, notably thanks to a two‑speed transmission on its rear motors. The real upside of choosing this LFP pack would be cost. Indeed, LFP chemistry is roughly 40% cheaper to produce per kWh than NMC. So by reducing the battery size, changing chemistry, and using a single motor, Mercedes could dramatically lower the price of the Classe C electric, which currently starts at €62,999.
However, charging power would likely drop off significantly. The smaller the battery, the harder it is to sustain high charging rates. By comparison, a Mercedes CLA 200 with an 58 kWh LFP pack can handle up to 200 kW, enabling a 10–80% charge in around 20 minutes. The Classe C 400 would tolerate up to 330 kW.
The Classe C 250 would also be a rear‑drive variant with a single motor but using the 85 kWh NMC battery. This variant should be an excellent choice for those seeking roughly 700 km of range while keeping costs in check. Mercedes is also expected to reveal an AMG version of this Classe C in 2027.
If these developments sound promising for Mercedes’s lineup, for now the choice remains between the Mercedes Classe C 300 or 400 4Matic, which are still very convincing options.
