Next-generation 2013 C-Class range will dramatically reduce its CO2 emissions ratings More than having a hybrid variant for each model in its range, Mercedes-Benz is going further than that on the next-generation C-Class expected in 2013. (Last year we reported on plans Mercedes-Benz has for an all-hybrid S-Class lineup too.) Now, according to a report by Autocar, Mercedes-Benz wants a hybrid version of each variant in the next-generation C-Class range expeced in 2013. In an effort to dramatically reduce CO2 emission on the C-Class family, Mercedes-Benz will hybridize the entire range, including diesels, with the smallest output diesel engine aiming for an emissions quotient of just 100 g/km. For the most frugal petrol power plant, the automaker wants a C02 rating of no more than 120 g/km. According to Autocar, Mercedes-Benz is already in the midst of testing early prototypes and is even considering developing a new three-cylinder for the C-Class range. As we know, BMW has confirmed it is developing a three-cylinder power plant for its compact models. Mercedes-Benz is also considering cylinder deactivation tech for its four-cylinder units that would reduce the engine to operating on just 2-cylinders when less power is needed. The premium automaker is also developing new engine, transmission and wheel bearings designs that reduce friction and improve fuel-economy. Weight on the next C-Class will also be reduced by around 10 percent, according to the report. Mercedes to make next-gen C-Class an all-hybrid range
Cute photo, but I doubt the whole range will be hybrid. Maybe a hybrid option. They said the same thing about the W222. Now if that shows up as all hybrids then I'll believe this.
I saw a similar article just last night,I guess the change is inevitable that of course if this if even turns out to be true. My concern is on how this applies to the AMG line.
Yeah, the WCF article above is based on this one from Autocar: Every C-class will be hybrid - Autocar.co.uk Quoting the essential part:
If anyone dares to push the boundaries of the future, it's Mercedes. Toyota have had a runaway success with the Prius but they've been rather slow in spreading the technology across the range. However, pretty much all Lexus cars come with a hybrid range. Given hos competitive the car market is, Mercedes would gain a major edge on competitors with an all hybrid C-Class range. The possibility of this rumour turning into a reality will be dependant on how cheaply Mercedes will be able to mate electric motors with gearboxes.
All hybrids will never happen. They don't sell enought S400s and ML450s now to warrant such a move. There will be a hybrid variant for sure, but Mercedes has got to know that not everyone wants a stinking hybrid. M
I don't get the negativity towards hybrids. Sure all of them don't need to be ulgy as the Prius and driven by owners yapping away in their blue tooth headsets while holding a Starbucks vanilla syrup latte in one hand. A car can be a hybrid and feel or behave no different from a sole combustion powered car. Unlike the Cayenne Hybrid and Prius which are full hybrids(i.e can run on electric power alone), Mercedes can devise a range of half-hybrids which can't run on electric power alone. Such a solution can be rather compact with the electric engine offering admirable assistance when needed meaning that owners would enjoy a more powerful car but benefit from reduced fuel consumption. The elect-motor would act as a substitute for forced induction. This could easily be done without slapping hybrid labels on the rear of the car and inside the cabin.
Wow. Welcome to the future, I guess this is inevitable, and I'm on board, as I trust they won't let it effect the "life" of driving a car. Then again, something about hearing a nice engine at low speeds is nice to me, but oh well, we gotta do what we gotta do. What's insane is how fast eco-friendly tech is surfacing now that is HAS to, shows car makers were ignorant and lazy for so long. I've been hoping and planning to buy my car after the Lease, and keep it for a long time, but with the way things are going in terms of drivetrains, it appears that in the near future it will be a fresh looking car, with an ancient and incredibly inefficient drivetrain.
A few with hybrid options fine, if sheeple want to buy them. All hybrids eff that eff that to hell!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
If a car is a half-hybrid, the electric engine never runs on its own, and thus you'll always hear and feel the sound of pistons and exhausts gushing out the rear.
Ridiculous looking. On the mild hybrid or electric assist topic, a lot of people don't want that either. Who cares if the electric motor never runs on its own. Not everyone wants it regardless. More complexity and things to go wrong down the road, for people who actually buy a Mercedes (or any such hybrid) for the long haul. I don't want no electric assist. Period. Mercedes isn't that stupid for force this option on everyone. The C-Class is a smaller car anyway, it doesn't need such a solution to achieve better MPG. The idea would make more sense on the S-Class, not the C. Hybrid, diesel and hybrid-diesel (Europe) variants would be the better solution, for those want them. Let the rest of us have our C350s with the new turbo V6 with around 350hp in the next generation with no electric assist or any of that junk. Mercedes offers the most choice of any luxury brand in the U.S. so I don't see why they would force an hybrid on everyone. M
I don't diss the application of the hybrids at all, for a hybrid application can actually act as a boost for great power, as well as greater fuel-efficiency, and lessening of C02 emissions. My only concern here is that I hope that the next-generation C-Class continues to offer the new 305HP 3.5L V6 in the range, as well as V8-powered AMG performance variants, along with hybrids, 4-banger editions and even Diesels, and not sell-out and only offer the lesser engines. I don't know if anyone reading this or posting here has any inside information on this or not.
I don't know how accurate I am here, but, for some reason, I see a next-generation AMG version of the C-Class, getting the new 5.5L V8, but naturally-aspirated, not the higher-output turbo version. I feel and hope that the hybrid 4-bangers will be in addition to the line-up, but not taking place of the new 3.5L D.I. V6, and this may be a more popular choice in the USDM. As far as a BMW M3 competitor, I understand that this will get a turbo-boosted six (not sure if it will be in-line or in a V configuration), which will trump the current V8's HP numbers, and likely have a great deal more torque, which is important for initial acceleration. This could likely be compared to the twin-turbo 4.4L V8 of the X6M and X5M, which greatly trumps the previous V10, in both HP and torque. It's said that the numbers will even be greater in the application of the upcoming M5, and the M6, too!
^^ Yes. Looks like hybrids may also be optional in the C-sedan and C-coupe 4 cyls in addition to the wagon already shown? C300 BlueTEC Hybrid wagon @ the Tokyo auto show 2007
