Talking Cars 376: Driving the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
We also discuss the 2023 Mazda CX-50’s test results
By Jon Linkov
Main theme: The original “baby Benz” is a grown-up, mature machine today. In fact, it isn’t even the baby of the line (hello A-Class). But as the entry point into Mercedes-Benz’s rear-wheel-drive lineup, the C-Class is a car that begs to be driven. Why, then, is it so full of screens, menus, and touch-sensitive surfaces that occupy the driver’s attention? We talk about the full user experience—from driving fast and carving corners to finding settings and making the onscreen spinning globe happy.
Audience question: A Talking Cars audience member asks, Why does CR dislike the Mazda CX-50’s ride?
“Talking Cars” panelists Jake Fisher, Jon Linkov, and Mike Monticello
Photo: Consumer Reports
As with other “Talking Cars” episodes, this one is available free through Apple Podcasts. (Subscribe to the audio or video.) You’ll also find the audio on Spotify (log-in required) and video on YouTube.
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