MERCEDES-BENZ is pursuing an ever-younger market with its new C-class models.

The new cars have a rakish, highly aerodynamic body, a bigger interior and impressive standard equipment lists to do battle with BMW's 3 Series. This is backed up by outstanding dynamics that include a comfortable ride as well as stable, secure road holding. Not as sporty as a BMW, the Benz is nevertheless a nice car to live with in the long term.