The 2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class should see no major changes following its 2008 redesign. Four models are offered. The C300 Luxury and C300 Sport have a 228-horsepower 3.0-liter V6. The C350 Sport has a 268-horsepower 3.5-liter V6. The C63 AMG is tuned by Mercedes' performance division and has a 457-hp 6.2-liter V8. All come with a 7-speed automatic transmission except the C300 Sport, which comes with a 6-speed manual transmission and offers the automatic as an option. Automatic-transmission C300s can run on E85, a mixture of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline, and are available with Mercedes' 4Matic all-wheel drive. Sport models have a sport suspension and unique interior and exterior styling. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid control, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. Available features include a navigation system, bi-xenon headlamps, and 60/40 split folding rear seat. This report is based on evaluations of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.