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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Ford Mustang

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Mercedes-Benz C-Class

$69,750 - $238,800

2023 price

Ford Mustang
Ford Mustang

$54,990 - $92,990

2023 price

Summary

2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
2023 Ford Mustang
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 1.5L

Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded/Electric

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Fuel Efficiency
6.9L/100km (combined)

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Seating
5

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Dislikes
  • On the compact side for size
  • Low-ground clearance may grind the teeth
  • Dynamic guidelines are trippy

  • No confirmed specifications yet
  • A lot of carry over elements in the cabin
  • V8 engine is very thirsty
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Summary

When it comes to choosing a family car, sedans are often overlooked for their long-legged wagon or beefy SUV cousins.

They're a bit of a forgotten hero but they'll always hold a piece of my heart for their practicality and (often) sexier kerb-side appeal.

If you can get used to your body cracking like a glow stick when you get in and out of them, the sedan may make a comeback!

The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class, in entry-level C200 form, has definitely tempted my family to consider a sedan in the future – it looks stately and refined but the driving experience also makes it fun.

Let's see what else it did right and if there was anything that could be improved.

Did I mention, I'm fond of sedans... ?

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2023 Ford Mustang Summary

The Ford Mustang is having a mid-life crisis.

Since the first pony car launched back in 1965 it has grown over the years and begun to appeal to an older, wealthier demographic than the original, youthful audience Ford attracted.

So, for this latest seventh-generation model, the Blue Oval has tried to make this Mustang have more appeal for a younger buyer.

What does that ultimately mean? In 2023 that's not a more powerful V8 or racing stripes (although it has both of those things) but instead a more hi-tech 'Stang.

Ford has borrowed elements from the all-electric Mustang Mach-E to give the coupe and convertible a fresh look and feel.

But don't worry if you're one of the existing Mustang fans, because they've not only kept the bits you really love - like the V8 - but have added an all-new hero model.

The four-cylinder EcoBoost and V8 GT remain and Ford has introduced the Dark Horse, a new permanent flagship for the line-up based on the limited edition Mach 1 from the previous generation.

While it's hailed as the seven-generation model and has some major changes, the reality is this new Mustang shares a lot in common with the previous model.

Which isn't unsurprising in the current automotive climate, as demand for petrol-powered performance cars remains uneven and Ford needs to invest billions into new electric vehicles.

So, to save on development costs this latest pony car features updated powertrains, a carry-over platform and a facelifted-rather-than-redesigned interior. But there's still a lot to talk about with this new Mustang, so let's dive in.

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