# Luxurious Hybrid Cars The Mercedes C350 Plug-In Hybrid Was Rolled Out At the Detroit Auto Show By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-01-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c350-plugin-hybrid References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/mercedes-c350-plug-in-hybrid-detroit-naias/35586/) & [media.daimler](http://media.daimler.com/dcmedia/0-921-614251-1-1778482-1-0-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-1-0-0-0-0-0.html?TS=1421156447144) The C350 Plug-In Hybrid was rolled out by [Mercedes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-eqs) at the Detroit Auto Show in a bid to expand and boost its C-class range by offering a [plug-in hybrid vehicle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omoda-7) to complement the C300 BlueTEC Hybrid and array of petrol and diesel engines. This vehicle is outfitted with the typically luxurious [C-Class](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-cle-coupe) interior but also offers excellent fuel economy. The C350 Plug-In Hybrid is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged quad-cylinder motor that is capable of producing 211 horsepower and 258 pounds-feet of torque. This petrol engine is supplemented by an electric motor that draws its juice from a 6.2 kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery situated just beneath the rear axle. This battery can be fully charged from a regular wall socket in less than two hours. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxurious Hybrid Cars:** Opportunity for luxury car manufacturers to develop high-end hybrid vehicles that offer both luxury and fuel efficiency. - **Expanding C-class Range:** Opportunity for Mercedes to expand their C-class range by offering a plug-in hybrid vehicle alongside their existing petrol, diesel, and hybrid options. - **Excellent Fuel Economy:** Opportunity for automakers to focus on developing hybrid vehicles that provide excellent fuel economy without compromising on performance or luxury. ### Where This Applies - **Automotive Manufacturing:** Opportunity for automotive manufacturers to invest in the production of luxurious hybrid vehicles that cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly options. - **Luxury Car Market:** Opportunity for luxury car market players to tap into the hybrid segment by offering high-end hybrid models that combine luxury and sustainable features. - **Energy Storage:** Opportunity for companies specializing in energy storage solutions to develop efficient and fast-charging lithium-ion batteries for plug-in hybrid vehicles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [German Plug-In Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2023-glc.md) - [Powerful Plug-In Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/550e-xdrive.md) - [Ultra-Efficient SUV Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-electric-suv.md) - [Stylish Concept Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/concept-cla.md) - [Zero-Compromise Hybrid SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-cayenne-s-ehybrid.md) - [Luxe Long-Range Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-eqs.md) - [Luxury Italian PHEVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2025-lamborghini-urus-se-plugin-hybrid.md) - [Premium Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedes-benz-g580.md) - [Hybrid-System Futuristic Hypercar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesamg-one.md)