Mercedes-Benz Classe C Wagon 2014

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Press Release :

Stuttgart – With the new Estate model Mercedes-Benz will expand the C?Class family starting in September 2014. The Estate shines with a clear and at the same time emotional-sporty design, innovative technology, variability and a cargo volume enlarged even beyond that of the predecessor model. Its high-class, sophisticated interior makes modern luxury tangible with design highlights. With these qualities the Estate reinforces its reputation as a multifaceted lifestyle vehicle with outstanding properties for everyday use. In addition, with its many new assistance systems it not only offers the highest standards of safety, but thanks to intelligent lightweight construction, exceptional aerodynamics and new economical engines it also sets new efficiency benchmarks in its segment. The Estate model also provides the stage for the world première of the Mercedes connect me services, which, among other things, make it possible to connect to the vehicle from anywhere at any time and retrieve the current fill level of the tank online.

The new C-Class Estate combines a striking, dynamic design and high-class appointments with outstanding variability and a high level of utility. With its versatility it also adapts to a wide variety of requirements. As a stylish, sporty space vehicle it accompanies active, modern people on shopping sprees, on vacation or when playing sports, and is suitable for families in every respect. Consequently, it continues the tradition of the C-Class Estates, which all in their own time combined demands on lifestyle, sportiness and practicality in an estate car, in the fourth generation on a new level.

Prof Dr Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development: "The new C-Class Estate is not only extremely practical thanks to its large, variable load compartment. With its state-of-the-art technical features it also strikes out in new directions in its segment with regard to safety, efficiency and comfort. And both men and women drivers enjoy noticeably more driving pleasure".

Variable and practical

The dimensions of new C-Class Estate have grown considerably. With an 80?millimetre increase in the wheelbase (2840 millimetres) compared with the previous model, the vehicle is 96 millimetres longer (4702 millimetres) and 40 millimetres wider (1810 millimetres). The resulting increase in space primarily benefits the rear-seat passengers who now enjoy 45 millimetres more legroom. There is also more shoulder room, elbow room and headroom than in the previous model.

The moderate growth spurt also involves the load compartment. The sporty rear of the new C-Class Estate provides a maximum load capacity of 1510 litres (according to ISO 3832). It thus surpasses its predecessor by ten litres. The load compartment volume behind the rear seats increased by five litres to 490 litres.

Variability and consequently functionality also increased significantly. The rear seats now have a 40 : 20 : 40 split instead of the 60 : 40 split in the predecessor. This opens up a wide range of possibilities to use the interior as five-seater, four-seater, three-seater or two-seater.

Practical details ensure that the load compartment is even more versatile and easier to use, and as a result it can be conveniently tailored to the individual transport tasks. The rear-seat backrests can be unlocked and folded electrically at the push of a button to create a enlarged level load compartment.

The exceptional loading convenience can optionally be further enhanced with the EASY PACK power liftgate and the likewise optional HANDS-FREE ACCESS system. It allows opening and closing the liftgate without touching it. All it takes is a motion of the foot in the area of the rear bumper.

Dynamic and of high value

The new C-Class sets visual highlights with a modern, dynamic design that at the same time exudes sensuous clarity, arouses emotions and, to top it all off, stages high-tech in perfect fashion. Customers can choose from two fronts – with the sports grille or – reserved solely for the EXCLUSIVE Line – the luxury grille with the Mercedes star on the bonnet.

Unusual for a vehicle with a focus on a high level of utility and functionality is the high-value interior of the Estate, which was adopted from the Saloon. With straightforward sportiness, thrilling flowing lines and high-grade materials on the level of a luxury vehicle, it realises a modern, luxurious and at the same time sporty ambience. In addition to the base model, there are also three distinct design and equipment lines each for the exterior and interior.

The Estate also bears the quality seal of the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation for a scientifically tested high level of allergy-friendliness. Mercedes-Benz is the only vehicle manufacturer to earn the ECARF seal.

Touchpad and head-up display

The touchpad in the new C-Class Estate developed by Mercedes-Benz marks an evolutionary step. As on a smartphone, all the head-unit functions can be operated using finger gestures. The 65 x 45 millimetre control surface of the touchpad is built into the handrest on the central control panel and bordered by a high-quality metal support – a design feature with a high-tech feel which exudes luxury at the same time.

A head-up display is also new feature in the C-Class Estate. As in a jet fighter, it projects important information directly into the driver's field of vision, ensuring that there is less distraction from the road ahead. The system informs about vehicle speed, posted speed limits, navigation instructions and DISTRONIC messages.

Less weight, more comfort

Thanks to innovative solutions, the body shell of the new C-Class Estate weighs less, provides the basis for outstanding vehicle handling and best noise and vibration comfort with exceptional rigidity, and offers a high level of crash safety. With an aluminium content of 49 per cent and up to 65 kilograms less gross vehicle weight the Estate is the lightweight-construction leader in its segment.

Efficient and lively engines

The powerful and efficient petrol and diesel engines with ECO start/stop function comply with Euro VI emissions standards and ensure sporty performance and driving pleasure. Compared with the predecessor they in part consume in excess of 20 per cent less fuel.

The diesel models of the new C-Class are powered by the further advanced four-cylinder or the new small four-cylinder engine, which as BlueTEC models are all equipped with SCR technology (selective catalytic reduction). They cover an output range from 85 kW(115 hp) to 150 kW (204 hp).

In addition, Mercedes-Benz offers a diesel engine combined with a hybrid module. The C 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with four-cylinder diesel engine and compact electric motor generates a power output of 150 + 20 kW (204 + 27 hp) and despite its high power output runs on just 3.8 litres of diesel per 100 km/h in NEDC combined mode (equivalent to 99 grams of CO2 per kilometre).

Three BlueDIRECT four-cylinder petrol engines and one BlueDIRECT six?cylinder petrol engine with power outputs ranging from 115 to 245 kW (156 to 333 hp) will initially be available for the new C-Class. The four-cylinder C 350 HYBRID with plug-in technology and a power output of 155 + 50 kW will follow in due course.

Agile and comfortable driving

Exemplary ride comfort coupled with outstanding dynamic vehicle handling – these are the hallmarks of the newly designed suspension of the new C-Class Estate. Thanks to a new four-link front axle it offers driving pleasure and ride comfort at the same time.

C-Class Estate customers will have a choice of two versions of the standard-specification steel suspension, which also includes a sporty set-up. As an alternative, Mercedes-Benz for the first time offers an air suspension in this segment. The AIRMATIC air suspension manages to bridge the gap between a high level of ride comfort and dynamic-agile handling. AIRMATIC also features all-round self-levelling for optimum ride comfort even with the vehicle loaded.

Choose your own driving experience

In the new C-Class Estate the driver can determine the desired driving programme at the push of a button. Depending on the equipment level, the driver can choose from various preconfigured drive programmes and one the driver can design personally to a large extent. The following characteristics are available: "Comfort", "ECO", "Sport" and "Sport+". The additional "Individual" option enables drivers to configure their vehicle to suit their own preferences.

Like the Saloon, the new C-Class Estate is equipped with an electric parking brake. This brake is released automatically when the driver ends parking mode with the aim of moving off.

As is customary, the new C-Class is also available with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

Steering with a sporty character

All models of the C-Class family will in future feature the electromechanical Direct-Steer system as standard. It combines road-speed dependent power assistance from the speed-sensitive power steering system, with a steering ratio that varies according to the given steering angle. The power steering assist provided by the rack-and-pinion steering gear is controlled as needed, thereby contributing towards efficiency.

Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive: the intelligent car

It is the declared aim of Mercedes-Benz to make the highest standard of safety available to everyone. For this reason the Estate adopts almost all new assistance systems from the S- and E-Class, which have been enhanced with significant functions. The assistance systems increase both comfort and safety. Mercedes-Benz calls this Intelligent Drive.

The C-Class Estate is fitted as standard with ATTENTION ASSIST, which can warn the driver of inattentiveness and drowsiness. It offers an adjustable sensitivity level and can provide drivers with information on their level of fatigue and the amount of driving time that has elapsed since the last break.

Also part of the standard equipment is COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS. In addition to the adaptive Brake Assist system, which helps to protect against collisions at speeds above 7 km/h, this system now features an additional function: when a danger of collision persists and the driver fails to respond, the system is able to carry out autonomous braking at speeds of up to 105 km/h (200 km/h in conjunction with DISTRONIC PLUS), thereby reducing the severity of collisions with slower or stopping vehicles. The system also brakes in response to stationary vehicles at a speed of up to 50 km/h, and is able to prevent rear-end collisions at up to 40 km/h.

New assistance systems with enhanced functions are optionally available, combining data from various sensor technologies as part of the Intelligent Drive concept to enhance comfort and safety:

• DISTRONIC PLUS – relieves the burden on the driver in keeping a safe following distance
  
• DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot relieves the burden on the driver in keeping a safe following distance, even in stop & go traffic. Steering Assist is new and helps the driver with lateral control of the vehicle, even in gentle bends, and offers a tailback vehicle following function.
  
• BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist boosts driver braking depending on the situation, if necessary up to full brake application and, for the first time, can also react to crossing traffic and pedestrians.
  

Active Lane Keeping Assist warns of unintentional lane departures by means of pulsed vibrations of the steering wheel and in the presence of solid lane markings corrects the vehicle's track with one-sided brake application. It now also intervenes with one-sided brake applications in the presence of broken lane markings if the adjacent lane is occupied by, for example, oncoming traffic, fast overtaking or overtaken vehicles.

The multitude of optionally available assistance systems also include, among others

• Active Parking Assist, which enables automated parking with active steering and brake intervention in both parallel and end-on parking spaces
  
• Traffic Sign Assist with wrong-way warning function, which warns of speed limits and also alerts the driver to no-overtaking zones and no?entry signs
  
• Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, which allows the high-beam headlamps to be kept on permanently by masking out other vehicles in the light cone of the high-beam headlamps
  

Airbags for safety

In addition to 3-point safety belts with pyrotechnical belt tensioning and belt-force limitation for driver, front passenger and those in the outer rear seats, numerous airbags serve to protect the vehicle's occupants in an accident. These include:

• combined thorax/pelvis sidebags for driver and front passenger
  
• an optimised windowbag
  
• sidebags for the outer rear seats (optional)
  
• a kneebag for the driver
  

The front-passenger's seat can furthermore be equipped with an automatic child seat recognition system. This automatic front-passenger's airbag deactivation, introduced first by Mercedes-Benz, uses a pressure sensor in the seat cushion to detect whether an infant or child seat was placed on the front-passenger's seat and automatically deactivates the front-passenger's airbag. Contrary to other systems that require the airbag to be deactivated with a key, this system prevents incorrect operation. As no special transponder is required, the system works with all rear-facing child restraint systems.

Climate control: signals from space

The further advanced climate control system provides improved control quality, performance, efficiency and air quality. The new Estate is the only vehicle in the segment to offer tunnel detection via satellite navigation. It uses the map data from the navigation system and the GPS location data to close the air recirculation flap automatically when the vehicle enters a tunnel, subsequently re-opening it when the vehicle emerges from the tunnel.

Another highlight contributing to a feel-good atmosphere is the AIR BALANCE package with active fragrancing, air ionisation and more efficient filtration than is available on the standard model.

Vibrant infotainment experience

Like the Saloon, the new Estate offers a completely new multimedia generation with intuitive operation, featuring elaborate animations and visual effects which present all the functions in a clear and highly attractive manner. The Estate is furthermore also equipped with the Frontbass system. This avant-garde acoustic systems uses the space within the cross-member and side member in the body structure as a resonance chamber for the subwoofers. The result is a listening experience almost on a par with that enjoyed in a concert hall. A Burmester® surround sound system is optionally available.

The navigation system presents its contents in interactive mode. Its features include an animated compass, a "Drive Show" with information for passengers similar to the on-screen presentations on board airliners and Google Maps displayed on the head unit. COMAND Online is now also able to provide more accurate real-time information about the situation on the roads when it receives its traffic data via the internet by means of the "Live Traffic Information" service.

Internet and diverse data sources

A Bluetooth-compatible mobile phone with data option is all it takes to make even the Audio 20 system internet-capable. This enables the internet to be surfed without restrictions when the vehicle is stationary.

In conjunction with COMAND Online, Mercedes-Benz Apps such as Weather, GoogleTMLocal Search with StreetView and Panoramio, destination/route download and Facebook can be used while on the move. Audio and video playback is possible from various sources. For example, via Bluetooth®, from an Apple iPod® or iPhone®, from an SD card, USB stick or CD/DVD (with Audio 20 CD or higher and with COMAND Online).

COMAND Online with hotspot functionality

COMAND Online not only offers a larger display with a resolution of 960 x 540 pixels and a special bonded glass cover such as is familiar from consumer devices like the iPhone® or iPad. It also enables digital TV/radio reception, for example, and offers fast hard-disc navigation, automatic tailback avoidance via up-to-date and accurate "Live Traffic Information", an integrated WLAN hotspot functionality and the LINGUATRONIC voice-operated control system.

Telephony via Bluetooth® as standard

The standard Audio 20 USB system as well as Audio 20 CD and COMAND Online all offer basic telephony as standard, which links up a mobile phone to the vehicle via a standardised Bluetooth® interface.

Vehicle online with Mercedes connect me

Mercedes-Benz will introduce a new package of services in Europe under the name "Mercedes connect me" with the new C-Class Estate. The "Mercedes connect me" services can be used via a KOM module with its own SIM card integrated into the vehicle. The available services include accident, maintenance and breakdown management, for example. Likewise, customers can connect to their vehicle from anywhere and at any time via "Mercedes connect me“ and, among other things, retrieve the fill level of the tank or start, stop or programme the auxiliary heating system.

Mercedes-Benz

C450 AMG Sport

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Driving Performance – the AMG brand promise and the typical character traits can now be experienced by an even broader target group. The new C 450 AMG 4MATIC expands the product range of the performance and sports car brand of Mercedes-Benz with another new AMG sports model. As an attractive entry into the world of AMG, the C 450 AMG 4MATIC combines a 270-kW (367-hp) 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine with a permanent Performance all-wheel-drive system and sophisticated suspension technology adopted from the Mercedes-AMG C 63. The result is fascinating Driving Performance and the hallmark emotional expressiveness of the brand. The new AMG sports model is available as a saloon and an estate model, and makes the extensive product line-up within the C-Class range even more attractive. The market launch of the new C 450 AMG 4MATIC will start in mid-2015.The new AMG sports models are distinguished by convincing product substance. Even at first glance, the characteristic AMG body styling leaves no doubt that this model is part of the Mercedes-AMG model family. Another indication for the new model strategy is found in the form of a special AMG badge on the front wings. From an engineering standpoint the AMG sports models perfectly deliver on the visual promise of a sporty character with a powerful engine, the standard-fit all-wheel drive system with rear-biased torque split, and sophisticated suspension solutions.

In addition to the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 AMG Coupé, the C 450 AMG 4MATIC represents the second stage of the new model initiative. More emotionally inspiring AMG sports models will follow.

Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH explains: "With the C 450 AMG we present the second sporty and emotionally expressive vehicle in our product line. It combines the power of a strong twin-turbo V6 engine with a high level of emotional expressiveness, and avails itself of the technical DNA of the new C 63. The new sports models represent a convincing proposition for our customers: sports car technology and motor racing fascination become more attainable and in the process appeal to a broader customer base".

Authentic driving dynamics thanks to hallmark AMG DNA

The new C 450 AMG 4MATIC is based on the most powerful production model of the C-Class, the C 400 4MATIC. The engineers have revised many technical features of the new AMG sports model. Their objective: a high level of authentic driving dynamics geared towards the Mercedes-AMG C 63. To this end, a host of suspension components were adopted from the top-of-the-line V8 model. The driver also feels the DNA of the C 63 in the application of the engine and transmission management. Agility and sportinessdominate the intense driving experience in the C 450 AMG 4MATIC on every kilometre.

Key data at a glance:

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Displacement[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]2996 cc[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Bore x stroke[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]88.0 x 82.1 mm[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Output[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]270 kW (367 hp) at 5500 - 6000 rpm[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Peak torque[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]520 Nm at 2000 - 4200 rpm[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Power-to-displacement ratio[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]90.1 kW (122.5 hp)[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]Fuel consumptionNEDC combined[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]7.6 l/100 km (7.7 l/100 km)*[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]CO2 emissions[/TD]

[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]178 g/km (180 g/km)*[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]C[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]EU6[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]4.9 s (5.0 s)*[/TD]

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[TD=class: cmaTDSolid]250 km/h**[/TD]

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*Figures for Estate model; **electronically limited

The new 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine is part of the BlueDIRECT engine family from Mercedes-Benz. Technical advances including a modified boost pressure allowed the AMG engineers to increase the engine's power output and torque. With 270 kW (367 hp) and 520 Newton metres the V6 engine sets new standards in its segment – which is evident in the convincing performance: a sprint time from zero to 100 km/h of 4.9 seconds (Estate: 5.0 seconds) underscores the sporty temperament of the C 450 AMG 4MATIC. With a combined fuel consumption of 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres and CO2 emissions of 178 grams per kilometre (Estate: 7.7 litres and 180 g CO2 per km) the new top-of-the-line V6 model defines an absolute top position in the competitive environment.

Supreme or dynamic: the choice is yours

Thanks to a hefty torque curve the new AMG sports model is agile, direct and dynamic. With the help of various AMG-specific drive programmes the driver is able to tailor the character of the C 450 AMG 4MATIC to his or her personal preferences: the modes "Eco", "Comfort", "Sport" and "Sport Plus" as well as "Individual" are available to choose from for this purpose. The drive programmes adjust the suspension, steering and powertrain as desired, and are selected conveniently with the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT switch to the left of the touchpad.

Especially the "Sport Plus" programme delivers impressive hallmark AMG dynamics and enhances the emotional appeal: partial cylinder suppression during gear changes by means of a momentary and precisely defined retardation of ignition and injection under full throttle speeds up the gear changes, and can also be acoustically experienced by the driver. The emotional double-declutching functions during downshifts and the "exhaust rumbling" in overrun mode provide the fitting accompaniment. The throaty engine sound – a hallmark AMG experience – also plays a crucial role in the most powerful V6 model: to this end, the engineers have developed a new sports exhaust system with lower back-pressure and reduced weight.

The driving sensation is also characterised by the set-up of the accelerator pedal: the more the driver changes the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT settings from "Eco" towards "Sport Plus", the more spontaneous and dynamic is the throttle response of the twin-turbo V6 engine. The driver also experiences authentic and emotional dynamics during engine start if desired: when the twin-turbo V6 engine is started in the "Sport Plus" drive programme, the engine speed quickly jumps to 2000 rpm for a moment before immediately settling back down to idle speed. Whether the driver wants to experience the engine start accompanied by a sporty or a more subdued sound depends on the most recently activated drive programme – it remains stored for four hours.

The "Eco" programme integrates an ECO start/stop function and a sailing function to reduce fuel consumption: when the driver releases the accelerator in a speed range between 60 and 160 km/h, the clutch of the transmission is disengaged and the engine is decoupled from the powertrain. The electronics reduce the engine speed to idle level, and the driving resistance is reduced by the compression and frictional forces of the engine in overrun mode.

7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission with short response times

The 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission responds with superior composureor maximum spontaneity depending on the driver's preference and selected drive programme. The "Sport Plus" mode delivers thrillingly short response times: the driver's shift commands are implemented at lightning speed – the drivetrain responds spontaneously and precisely. The development engineers also take advantage of numerous hardware and software solutions of the C 63 in this regard. The 'M' button on the centre console allows savouring the high pulling power across the entire rev range. In manual transmission mode the 7G-TRONIC PLUS no longer shifts to the next higher gear on its own, not even when prompted by kick-down or upon reaching the redline speed. The driver alone makes the decisions about his or her shift request via the steering-wheel paddle shifters.

The momentary 'M' mode offers another feature: it combines the performance of manual gear changes with automatic upshifts and downshifts. The driver has the option to shift up or down at any time with the paddle shifters. If no gear change is requested, the transmission independently reverts to the automatic shift mode after a defined period of time has passed.

The 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission features a dual-turbine torsional damper with speed-sensitive centrifugal pendulum, which minimises vibrations and enhances the passengers' perceived comfort.

AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with special axles and adjustable dampers

Agility and sportiness: in the new C 450 AMG 4MATIC the driver can experience on every kilometre why AMG has been successful in motor racing as the sports car and performance brand of Mercedes-Benz for more than four decades. The basis for this intense experience is the combination of permanent Performance all-wheel-drive system and the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension. The 3-stage damper adjustment borrows from the top-of-the-line V8 model Mercedes-AMG C 63, and combines high agility with superior everyday practicality.

The highlight of the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension is the combination of independently developed axle components with high aluminium content and electronically controlled shock absorbers with 3-stage adjustment range. The driver of a C 450 AMG 4MATIC can select his or her tailor-made suspension set-up at the push of a button. The spectrum ranges from balanced long-distance comfort to maximum sportiness.

The technical substance of the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension is characterised by components with sophisticated design: the four-link front axle is fitted with special steering knuckles and load-bearing joints; all components were optimised in terms of rigidity. A more negative camber on the front axle and on the multi-link rear axle enhances lateral dynamics. Stiffening of the body shell improves steering behaviour, feedback during cornering, and tyre noise. The elastokinematics of both axles were designed to be more rigid in general. All these measures improve the precision and agility, and boost the dynamics. In addition, the driver benefits from reduced body roll, higher lateral acceleration, better traction, and strong neutral handling at the limit. In short: the C 450 AMG 4MATIC is a very agile sports model on one hand, while optimised pull rods and front-axle carrier mounts ensure the hallmark Mercedes long-distance comfort on the other.

Optimal traction thanks to Performance all-wheel drive

The all-wheel-drive system familiar from a number of AMG high-performance cars is also being used in the C 450 AMG 4MATIC. The perfect grip during acceleration effectively prevents losses caused by slip. For thrilling driving dynamics 33 percent of the engine power is sent to the front axle and 67 percent to the rear axle. The rear-biased torque split results in higher agility around the vehicle's vertical axis. Another major factor in this is the sportier set-up of the ESP^® with Curve Dynamic Assist. The tangible effects for sporty drivers are lateral dynamics and cornering performance increased to an above-average level.

Steering and braking system support a dynamic driving style

The electro-mechanical speed-sensitive sports steering supports tracking a precise line and a dynamic driving style. The agile handling benefits from the direct and constant AMG-specific steering ratio including optimised tuning and response. The steering forces are adapted electronically to the given vehicle speed in optimal fashion. In addition, the optimal steering characteristics are selected depending on the activated drive programme – in the "Sport" and "Sport Plus" modes to deliver a sporty steering feel for a dynamic driving style on twisty roads or to deliver a comfortable steering feel in the "Eco" or "Comfort" modes. The "Individual" programme offers an additional choice. For example, it allows combining sporty firm steering characteristics with a comfortable suspension set-up – or vice-versa.

The sports braking system of the C 450 AMG 4MATIC impresses with fade-free and effective stopping power. Vented brake discs at all four corners measuring 360 millimetres in diameter at the front and 320 millimetres at the rear as well as grey brake callipers with "Mercedes-Benz" lettering are part of the standard equipment.

Design elements bear typical AMG signature

The fascination of motor racing in everyday life – the C 450 AMG 4MATIC incorporates this combination visually as well: the second AMG sports model immediately demonstrates that it is part of the unique AMG family. Dominating design elements are the AMG body styling, the light-alloy wheels and the special AMG badge on the front wings. They underscore the progressive nature and performance of the brand. The engine cover with red aluminium insert likewise visualises the strengths of the new twin-turbo six-cylinder engine.

The AMG body styling includes the front bumper with sporty distinctive air intakes, diamond meshes, silver chrome trim, as well as the rear bumper with matt iridium silver diffuser insert. The saloon is equipped with a separation edge on the boot lid, the estate with a roof spoiler. Both additionally increase grip on the rear axle.

Silver chrome and high-gloss black exterior elements lend the C 450 AMG 4MATIC a sporty-expressive character. The radiator grille sports a high-gloss black louvre and chrome inserts. The diamond grille adorned with chrome pins adds special flair. Additional highlights are the black exterior mirror housings, the high-gloss black waistline trim strip and window frame, and the two chrome-plated dual tailpipe trim elements.

Customers can opt for the complementary Night package, which adds heat-insulating dark tinted glass rearward of the B-pillar, high-gloss black front bumper trim, a high-gloss black diffuser-look insert at the rear, and two black chrome-plated dual tailpipe trim elements.

5-spoke black AMG light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish round out the design perfectly. Size 225/45 R 18 tyres on 7.5 x 18 light-alloy wheels are fitted at the front, while the rear axle comes with 245/40 R 18 tyres on 8.5 x 18 wheels. Attractive 48.3-cm (19") light-alloy wheels in various designs are optionally available for even more individualisation.

Interior with exclusive, sporty flair

The C 450 AMG 4MATIC fascinates with exclusivity and sportiness in the interior as well. The pleasant touch and feel of the materials and the quality of workmanship ensure a convincing value appeal and an emotional passenger experience.

The ARTICO/DINAMICA upholstery and the instrument panel trimmed with black ARTICO man-made leather convey the sporty ambience in superior fashion. ARTICO is also used on the upper edges of the body, the armrests, the door centre panels and the centre console. Red contrasting topstitching, designo red safety belts and black floor mats with red edging add attractive highlights. The aluminium trim pieces with light-tone longitudinal grain embedded in the instrument panel and the doors provide effective contrasts.

Sports seats with AMG-specific seat upholstery layout and pronounced lateral support offer long-distance comfort and brace the passengers during dynamic cornering. A fitting complement to the sporty handling is the 3-spoke nappa leather multifunction sports steering wheel with flat bottom. The convincing looks and touch and feel comes in part also courtesy of loving details such as red contrasting topstitching, the moulded grip area, steering-wheel paddle shifters and the silver chrome steering wheel trim.

The instrument cluster also sports the typical AMG style: this source of information comprises dials in the sporty "chequered flag" design, a 280-km/h speedometer scale, red speedometer needles and a specific typography.

Other standard equipment features of the C 450 AMG 4MATIC (excerpt):

• ADAPTIVE BRAKE
  
• ATTENTION ASSIST
  
• Audio 20 USB multimedia system
  
• COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS
  
• ECO start/stop function
  
• ISOFIX child seat attachment system
  
• Sports pedals
  

Additional AMG optional extras (excerpt):

• 5-double-spoke light-alloy wheels painted titanium grey with a high-sheen finish, tyres of size 225/40 R 19 on 7.5 x 19 rims (front) and 255/35 R 19 on 8.5 x 19 (rear)
  
• 5-double-spoke light-alloy wheels painted high-gloss black with a high-sheen finish, tyres of size 225/40 R 19 on 7.5 x 19 rims (front) and 255/35 R 19 on 8.5 x 19 (rear)
  
• Multi-spoke light-alloy wheels painted titanium grey with a high-sheen finish, tyres of size 225/40 R 19 on 7.5 x 19 rims (front) and 255/35 R 19 on 8.5 x 19 (rear)
  
• Multi-spoke light-alloy wheels painted high-gloss black with a high-sheen finish, tyres of size 225/40 R 19 on 7.5 x 19 rims (front) and 255/35 R 19 on 8.5 x 19 (rear)
  
• Performance seats (lower seating position, more contoured seat shape for enhanced lateral support with integral head restraints and AMG badges)
  
• designo leather seat upholstery
  
• Lugano leather seat upholstery
  
• Carbon-fibre/aluminium trim with light-tone longitudinal-grain
  

Intelligent Drive: safety of the very highest calibre

The declared goal of Mercedes-Benz is making top-class safety available to everyone. The C 450 AMG 4MATIC lives up to this standard as well because it adopts many of the new and significantly enhanced assistance systems that are also being used in the S-Class. It comes standard-equipped with the further enhanced ATTENTION ASSIST fatigue detection system and COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, which helps prevent rear-end collisions. The assistance systems increase both comfort and safety. The predecessor to the new C-Class already impressed with excellent results regarding passive safety. The current model surpasses it and sets new standards.

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Prezzi:

Benzina:

180 (156 CV):

Executive : 37.781€

Sport : 40.112€

Exclusive : 42.277€

Premium : 44.766€

200 (184 CV):

Executive : 40.712€

Sport : 42.186€

Exclusive : 44.340€

Premium : 46.780€

250 Automatic (211 CV):

Executive : 45.347€

Sport : 46.821€

Exclusive : 48.975€

Premium : 51.415€

400 4MATIC Automatic (333 CV):

Sport : 58.908€

Exclusive : 61.084€

Premium : 63.524€

450 AMG 4MATIC Automatic (367 CV):

AMG Sport : 68.320€

Diesel:

180 d (116 CV):

Executive : 36.649€

Sport : 38.980€

Exclusive : 41.145€

Premium : 43.634€

180 d Automatic (116 CV):

Executive : 39.211€

Business : 39.901€

Sport : 41.542€

Exclusive : 43.707€

Premium : 46.196€

200 d (136 CV):

Executive : 39.078€

Sport : 41.409€

Exclusive : 43.574€

Premium : 46.063€

200 d Automatic (136 CV):

Executive : 41.640€

Business : 42.330€

Sport : 43.971€

Exclusive : 46.136€

Premium : 48.625€

220 d (170 CV):

Executive : 41.850€

Sport : 43.324€

Exclusive : 45.478€

Premium : 47.918€

220 d Automatic (170 CV):

Executive : 44.412€

Business : 45.102€

Sport : 45.886€

Exclusive : 48.040€

Premium : 50.480€

220 d 4MATIC Automatic (170 CV):

Executive : 46.450€

Business : 47.140€

Sport : 47.924€

Exclusive : 50.078€

Premium : 52.518€

250 d Automatic (204 CV):

Executive : 47.520€

Business : 48.210€

Sport : 48.994€

Exclusive : 51.148€

Premium : 53.588€

250 d 4MATIC Automatic (204 CV):

Executive : 50.269€

Business : 50.959€

Sport : 51.743€

Exclusive : 53.897€

Premium : 56.337€

Hybrid:

300 h Automatic (204+27 CV):

Executive : 50.326€

Business : 51.016€

Sport : 51.800€

Exclusive : 53.954€

Premium : 56.394€

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Topic Spies: Mercedes-Benz Classe C IV Wagon - Prj. S205 (Spy)

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Topic Sedan: Mercedes-Benz Classe C 2014

Topic AMG: Mercedes-AMG C63 SW 2015

Modello Precedente: Mercedes-Benz Classe C Wagon Facelift 2010 - S204

Finalmente una station bella da MB, cosa per nulla scontata dato il non felice e risaputo rapporto tra il loro design e questa tipologia di auto; era dai tempi di C S203.

Imho va anche a migliorare ciò che non riesco a farmi piacere della C berlina, cioè il posteriore à la Classe S; in altre parole è abbondantemente promossa anche se l'arcata finestrini a sofficino findus proprio non mi cala .

Modificato 6 Maggio 2015 da Touareg 2.5

[lino68]

Non male, tutt'altro. Al posteriore assomiglia a Mazda 6.

Aspetto di vederla per strada. La berlina, l'ho vista in uno splendido bordeaux a seguito delle Mille Miglia, mi ha fatto una buona impressione.

[Arcy79]

Bella ma quel posteriore e sopratutto la forma del faro non mi fanno impazzire-

[Wilhem275]

anche se l'arcata finestrini a sofficino findus proprio non mi cala .

Il problema è che in W203 (che rimpiango come la migliore auto che abbiamo avuto) l'arco del tetto curvo come il finestrino era un bel pezzo di design ma limitava abbastanza la capacità di carico di oggetti alti.

Nelle ultime hanno voluto mantenere questo tratto ma dando un profilo del tetto più alto per aumentare lo spazio; a questo aggiungiamo che questa (W205?) rispetto alle precedenti è tutta "tirata indietro", quindi con una coda molto corta, e l'arco finisce un po' bruscamente.

[Touareg 2.5]

Il problema è che in W203 (che rimpiango come la migliore auto che abbiamo avuto) l'arco del tetto curvo come il finestrino era un bel pezzo di design ma limitava abbastanza la capacità di carico di oggetti alti.

Nelle ultime hanno voluto mantenere questo tratto ma dando un profilo del tetto più alto per aumentare lo spazio; a questo aggiungiamo che questa (W205?) rispetto alle precedenti è tutta "tirata indietro", quindi con una coda molto corta, e l'arco finisce un po' bruscamente.

Si ricordo, in molti lamentavano sto problema in S203 ma di certo imho è stata la Wagon di MB più bella in assoluto e come la sedan è invecchiata davvero bene.

[Beckervdo]

Il problema è che in W203 (che rimpiango come la migliore auto che abbiamo avuto) l'arco del tetto curvo come il finestrino era un bel pezzo di design ma limitava abbastanza la capacità di carico di oggetti alti.

Nelle ultime hanno voluto mantenere questo tratto ma dando un profilo del tetto più alto per aumentare lo spazio; a questo aggiungiamo che questa (S205) rispetto alle precedenti è tutta "tirata indietro", quindi con una coda molto corta, e l'arco finisce un po' bruscamente.

[LucioFire]

boh...a me non piace.

Ribadisco anche qui che questa moda delle linee che si squagliano (anteriore e posteriore) finisca presto

[Wilhem275]

Perdonassero il disegno fatto con le natiche, comunque l'alternativa possibile era questa, alla fine molto simile (forse troppo) a S204

Fatta con lo spigolo, finisce per ricordarmi una serie di dettagli di altre case e modelli (da VW a Opel). Mercedes sta insistendo molto sui finestrini ad arco come tratto distintivo, a me questa cosa torna fino ad un certo punto e preferirei più caratterizzazione del resto dell'auto.

Modificato 21 Maggio 2014 da Wilhem275

[Ospite]

Non é brutta ma é lontano dall'essere affascinante imho.

In MB stanno cominciando a seguire le orme di Audi e fare modelli troppo "aderenti al family feel" tra loro...se capite cosa intendo

[itr83]

è più bella quella photoshoppata!

non male comunque, anche se il muso è un po' pacchiano per una MB imo...