Mercedes-Benz decided to cut the 3-door hatchback CLC from its lineup and built a proper C-Class coupe.
In 2011, the German carmaker introduced the C204. It was based on a new platform, unlike its predecessor, based on the same platform as the 2000 C-Class (W203). It was the right answer for its traditional competitor, BMW, which already had a long experience with compact-coupe vehicles.

From the outside, the C204 resembled the W204 facelift due to the oddly shaped headlights and the front end. From the side, the car’s ascending line started at the front and went all the way up toward the back of the vehicle. Its taillights resembled those installed on the previous Mercedes-Benz CLC. Depending on the trim level, the C-Coupe featured an A-shaped lower grille at the front or a V-shaped one.

Inside, the dashboard was similar to the one existing in the C-Class sedan, with an instrument cluster that covered the infotainment screen as well. Mercedes-Benz installed regular seats for the base versions, while the upper trim-levels and the AMG-line ones received bucket-seats with high bolsters. There was room for two adults in the back, but without too much headroom due to the sloped roofline.

Like its four-door sibling, C-Class Coupe featured a choice of diesel and gasoline engines paired as standard with a 6-speed manual. A 7-Speed automatic (dual-clutch) was on the options list or fitted as standard for selected versions.