SPYSHOTS: 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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The fight in the executive segment is heating up, with Mercedes-Benz preparing to launch the upcoming C-Class at the same time BMW is working on its Neue Klasse-based 3 Series sedan. Judging by the latest C-Class EV prototype spotted around Nürburgring, the Stuttgart carmaker is again betting on classical elegance.
Mercedes-Benz is rumored to be abandoning its EQ branding for electric vehicles and switching back to a unified nomenclature. This is a good decision, considering that the EQ models have been rather disappointing. The distinct design is considered to blame for the lackluster sales performance, which didn't help the EQ brand gain traction. Going back to regular "classes" will get rid of both the name and design.
I'm not sure how this will work for the upcoming C-Class, considering that it will be underpinned by the EV-dedicated MB.EA architecture. It's still too early to get rid of all combustion engines for one of the most popular Mercedes-Benz sedans. This means that a gas-powered C-Class will either go on with the current MRA2 platform or Mercedes-Benz will find a way to install a combustion engine on the MB.EA skateboard.
The MB.EA architecture will also be used for the brand's flagship models. The highly flexible architecture will have two variants, with the MB.EA-S reserved for the smaller models like the C-Class and the future GLC electric models. Meanwhile, the MB.EA-L will be used for the forthcoming replacement of the S-Class and EQS, with an electric SL also in the plan for 2028.
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MB-DNA?
classic MERCEDES BENZ- grill with the star on the hood???