Mercedes C-Class C200 Avantgarde (Petrol)

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Mercedes has finally launched the new C-class saloon in India, which is available in petrol version for now. Let us check out this elegant looking sedan in detail.

Exterior

The C-class has got an all new design language with a lot of the styling cues from the S-class flagship. The sedan gets the twin-slat chromed grille along with the prominent Mercedes logo in the middle of grille. The well-detailed LED headlamps enhances look of the car. The rear end also shows a striking resemblance to the S-class saloon. It gets newly designed rear bumper, boot lid and tail-lights. This new C-class sedan is based on a lightweight modular platform which is MRA (Mercedes Rear-drive Architecture).

Interior

On the inside, the car has got a lot of luxurious features and equipment. The top end feature comprises of a high resolution touchscreen of 8.4-inch that can be controlled by click wheel. The other utilities are satellite navigation, push-button start, panoramic sunroof, LED ambient cabin lighting with three selectable colors and a 13-speaker Burmester audio system that offers a boombastic sound. Coming to the basic or standard features, the car comes with three-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth connectivity and a rear-view parking camera.

Dimensions and Weight

The C-class comes with a length of 4686mm, width of 1810mm and a height of 1442mm as its dimensions. It has a kerb weight of 1545Kg and a gross weight of 2030Kg.

Engine and Gearbox

The Mercedes C-class is powered by the 1991cc, Inline-4, Blue-efficiency, 4-valve, DOHC petrol engine which produces a peak power of 181 Bhp at 5500 rpm and a peak torque of 300 Nm made at 1200-1400 rpm. It is mated to a 7-speed automatic gearbox which gives it an amazing and unbeatable power.

Mileage and Acceleration

The Mercedes claims that the C-class delivers an average certified mileage of 14.74 kmpl under standard test conditions. It can accelerate upto 0-100kmph in just 7.3 seconds and has a top speed of 235 kmph.

Brakes and Suspension

The sedan comes equipped with Disc brakes on all the four wheels which are quite effective and strong. The suspension system comprises of Agility control, selective damping system at the front as well rear end.

Safety Features

The C-class comes with a number of safety of features that includes anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), electronic stability program (ESP), brake assist, engine immobiliser, central locking, child protection door locks, airbags, rear view camera, parking sensors, seat belts and many more. All these for the safety of passengers as well as driver.

Shades and Price

The Mercedes C-class is available in Cavansite Blue, Obsidian Black, Citrine Brown, Iridium Silver and Polar White shades. The ex-showroom, Delhi price of this sedan is INR 40.9 lacs approximately, may vary.

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