Whether you choose a manual or automatic transmission, the new C-Class Saloon delivers a flawless drive every time.

The 6-speed manual transmission offers an exhilarating drive with its short-throw action. It also includes Hill Start Assist, an invaluable feature that helps you move off with ease on an uphill gradient without rolling backwards. The instant your foot moves from the brake pedal to the accelerator, Hill Start Assist calculates whether the starting torque is sufficient and, if necessary, applies the brake momentarily.

If you prefer automatic transmission, the new C-Class Saloon offers a range of options. The electronically controlled 5-speed automatic transmission, for example, adjusts gearshift characteristics to suit your driving style.

But it’s the 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic transmission that really raises the bar. It delivers almost imperceptible gear changes and – unlike other automatic transmissions – achieves extra-fast mid-range shifts by skipping individual gears. As with the 5-speed automatic, you can also choose to shift gears manually either through the gear stick or with the Sport, change gear using the steering wheel mounted gearshift paddles – fitted as standard on models with automatic transmission.