The first ever Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet will launch this summer and has been revealed at the Geneva motor show. It's based on the C-Class Coupé, and will take on the likes of the Audi A3 Cabriolet and BMW 4 Series Convertible.

The new four-seat soft-top keeps the same basic dimensions as the coupé, but is marginally taller. Its fabric roof can be opened or closed in 20 seconds at up to 31mph. When closed, the roof is stored in the boot.

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Unsurprisingly, the interior of the C-Class Cabriolet is almost identical to that of the coupé, but includes heat-reflecting leather and a switch on the centre console to open and close the roof. The sports seats also include Mercedes’ Airscarf heating system, while the Aircap system stops draughts inside the cabin.

From launch, the C-Class Cabriolet will be offered with a choice of two diesel engines, and six petrols. The C220 d and C250 d diesels offer 168bhp and 201bhp respectively, while the C220 d returns up to 62.7mpg and emits 116g/km. It’s capable of reaching 62mph in 8.3sec, and has a top speed of 144mph. The C250 d, meanwhile, manages the same 0-62mph sprint in 7.2sec, and returns an average of 61.4mpg.

The entry-level C180 petrol produces 154bhp, with the C200, C250, C300 and C400 gaining in power up to 328bhp. The quickest option here, the C400, can reach 62mph in 8.0sec, and emits 181g/km of CO2.

The C220 d, C200 and C400 can also be fitted with Mercedes’ 4Matic four-wheel-drive system.