Mercedes C class gets French power

Mercedes-Benz is offering a more fuel-efficient powertrain lineup in its new C class including a small diesel from Renault, a diesel hybrid and a plug-in gasoline-electric hybrid. The sedan is also lighter, bigger and better-equipped than its predecessor to help it regain its sales lead against rivals, the BMW 3 series and Audi A4. "This is the most attractive C class we have ever built and you won't find a higher quality car in its class," Mercedes r&d head Thomas Weber said.