Does the Mercedes-Benz C180L have ambient lighting?
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The Mercedes-Benz C180L does not come with ambient lighting as standard, but it can be optionally installed. Ambient lighting in a car serves as decorative illumination, typically in colors such as red, blue, or green, primarily to enhance the cabin's aesthetics at night, create an atmosphere, and set the mood inside the vehicle. It's important to note that the lighting colors should not interfere with normal safe driving. The Mercedes-Benz C180L measures 4783mm in length, 1810mm in width, and 1442mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2920mm. It features a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout, with a three-link front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. The C180L is equipped with several driver assistance systems, including Attention Assist, Adaptive Highbeam Assist, Parking Assist with Parktronic, Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind Spot Assist.
My old C180L was purchased in 2016, and back then the base model indeed didn't come with ambient lighting. I remember the first time I rode in my friend's high-spec C-Class, I was particularly envious seeing the light blue light strips shining through the center console. Later, I consulted the 4S dealership and learned that the original manufacturer's installation of the Intelligent Comfort Package would cost over 8,000 yuan, which included multi-color ambient lighting and the Burmester sound system. In the end, I found a professional modification shop and spent a little over 3,000 yuan to install aftermarket light strips. The effect was quite good, with a soft glow on the door panels and instrument panel, and the ability to adjust colors via smartphone. Now when I drive on highways at night, I turn on the purple ambient lighting, which changes rhythm with the music, making long drives less tiring. If I were to buy a new model now, I've heard that ambient lighting has been standard since the 2022 model year.
