The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C Class is a moderately sized car that many consider the hallmark of opulence and performance. Its stately presentation, upmarket cabin materials and breathtaking performance make it desired by many. But how does it compare to the 2022 Genesis G70, a sedan with a lovely exterior, high society interior and blistering speed?
Design & Style
The Genesis G70 is capable of seating up to 5 passengers. Slim and attractive LED strips can be seen in front which flank its shield style grille and prominent haunches. Within the cabin passengers will be presented with dark and classy trim and those who upgrade to Prestige will get leather that is red stitched and quilted.
The Mercedes-Benz C Class has 4 doors and this year the engineers added even more safety tech. It has a long and elegant nose with a lower stance and shortened trunk lid. It manifests sporty cues with taillights that are faceted and a lowered mesh grille. Inside, passengers will presented with 2 prominent displays that are 12.3 inches in size along with ambient illumination and spherical air vents.
Technology & Safety
The Mercedes-Benz C Class has received both a five star NHTSA rating a well as the IIHS Top Safety Pick+. This is because it is equipped with an array of protective countermeasures such as LED headlights that are adaptive, emergency automatic brakes, the ability to monitor blind spots and numerous airbags. Perks within its cabin include front seats that can be cooled or heated, a Burmester audio system, camera with surround view and wireless charging for smartphones. There is also the panoramic sunroof and steering wheel heating.
The Genesis G70 also captured the IIHS Top Safety Pick, though the NHTSA has yet to rate it. This car is equipped with many of the features found in the Mercedes-Benz, including parking sensors, automated high beams, cruise control that is adaptive and lane control. Perks within its cabin include a fifteen speaker audio system from Lexicon, leather upholstery, seats that can be cooled or heated and navigation system.
Performance
Those that purchase the Genesis G70 will get a turbo 4, 2 liter engine that can generate 252 horsepower, which allows it to accelerate from zero to sixty in about 7 seconds. Those that purchase the Mercedes-Benz C Class will also get a turbo 4 engine that is 2 liter and capable of generating 255 horsepower with 295 pounds of torque. It can accelerate from zero to sixty in six seconds.
The Bottom Line
At first glance, these two cars seem evenly matched. But upon closer inspection, the Genesis G70 has a back seat which is too small, they’ve totally dispensed of a manual option, its driving experience is a bit stiff and the trunk is skimpy, which makes the Mercedes-Benz C Class the winner.
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