Mercedes-Benz C-Class Saloon (2014 - 2021) C300 BlueTEC Hybrid Sport Premium Plus 4d Auto Owner Review

Undoubtedly the worst car I have ever owned or driven. The aerodynamics are bad, with high wind noise from the side windows (sounds as though they are slightly open), that is only surpassed by the rattle from within the passenger door. The Voice Command system is a joke and is totally unusable (I do not have a regional accent and have had no issues with other vehicles, even those that you do not have to spend 15 minutes 'teaching'). The Sat Nav invariably selects the most illogical route, regardless of the selected settings. In fact, on one memorable occasion it had me going back and forth between two roundabouts because it could not determine a route. The boot is ridiculously small, as is the rear legroom. By far the most serious flaw lies with the automatic transmission. Often, usually when accelerating to leave a roundabout, it seems to get confused about what gear it should select and whether or not it should engage the electric motor. The end result is a momentary hesitation that feels like you have hit a speed bump. You also get a blast of the horn from the unfortunate individual behind you that obviously does not expect you to suddenly slow down. The only good aspect of the car is the BIK Tax Rate. Fortunately for me it's a Company Car and I only have to keep it for another 3 months.