Mercedes-Benz's new C 400 4Matic enters a soft U.S. sedan market with impressive credentials. Its dual-motor setup delivers 483 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque, hitting 60 mph in 3.9 seconds. A 94-kilowatt-hour battery enables 330 kW charging (10-80% in 22 minutes) and an estimated 425 miles of EPA range, besting the EQE sedan's 308 miles.

The interior centers on a 39.1-inch Hyperscreen spanning the dashboard. While image quality is spectacular, its near-vertical positioning creates a claustrophobic feel alongside the high center tunnel. An AI voice agent aggregates ChatGPT, Google, and Microsoft LLMs but suffers lag and intrusive unprompted interjections, though this can be disabled.

On Finnish roads, the optional adaptive suspension provided a wonderfully smooth ride in comfort mode. Sport mode and rear-steering add surprising agility for twisty roads, though it's no sports car. The Burmester sound system (up to 19 speakers) and Dolby Atmos enhance the experience.

The C-Class Electric is a compelling EV that could buck segment trends when it reaches U.S. dealers in early 2027. The critical unknown remains pricing, which will determine whether this long-range sedan succeeds where others have struggled.