The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a compact executive car produced by the Mercedes Car Group division of Daimler AG. First introduced in 1993 as a replacement for the 190 range, the C-Class was the most affordable model in the marque’s lineup, until the 1997 arrival of the A-Class. The C-Class is built at Mercedes-Benz factories in Sindelfingen and Bremen, Germany, as well as in DaimlerChrysler’s South African factory in East London. The very first W202 C-Class sedan was produced on June 1, 1993, and the second generation W203 C-Class rolled off the assembly line on July 18, 2000. The third generation W204 C-Class was launched in 2007.
The C-Class platform has been used for several coupes, including the CLC-Class (and its predecessor, the C-Class Sportcoupe) and CLK-Class.
The new C-Class gives you a new feel for the road
Experience the road like never before with the standard-fit AGILITY CONTROL package. The new C Class is a pleasure to behold: its taut lines lend it an air of effortless superiority while the wide radiator grille and distinctive rear section announce a vehicle with a dynamic personality. You’ll also find the interior offers notably more space – and, thanks to fine materials and a new design, a more distinctive atmosphere.
Mercedes Benz C-Class
Mercedes Benz C-Class cars are a compact bundle of technology, safety and luxury. They offer excellent driving pleasure in conjunction with fuel economy.
C-Class Mercedes is available in two variants – C220 CDI and C200 KOMPRESSOR. The C220 CDI is driven by the powerful second generation, 2.2 litre common-rail direct injection diesel engine that delivers an output of 104 kW corresponding to 141 hp at 3800 rpm. The C200 KOMPRESSOR is propelled by 1.8 litre, super-charged engine. The four-cylinder engine delivers an output of 116 kW corresponding to 158 hp at 5500 rpm.
Mercedes-Benz C 200
| Engine | ||
| No. cylinders/arrangement | 4 in line, 4 valves per cylinder | |
| Displacement | cc | 1796 |
| Bore x stroke | mm | 82 x 85 |
| Rated output | kW/hp | 116/158 at 5500 rpm |
| Rated torque | Nm | 221 at 3500 – 4500 rpm |
| Compression ratio | 8.5 : 1 | |
| Mixture formation | Microprocessor-controlled injection system with hot film air mass sensor (HFM) | |
| Transmission | |||
| Clutch | Single dry plate | ||
| Transmission type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
| Transmission ratios | 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse |
4.46 2.61 1.72 1.25 1.00 0.84 4.06 |
3.95 2.42 1.49 1.00 0.83 — 3.15 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Three-link axle. McPherson struts. Anti-dive device. Coil springs. Gas-filled dampers. Stabilizer | |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link independent suspension. Anti-squat and anti-lift device. Coil springs. Gas-filled dampers. Stabilizer | |
| Brakes | Hydraulic dual circuit brakes with brake servo. Stepped master brake cylinder. Ventilated disks at the front. Solid disk brakes at the rear. Drum parking brake. ABS. Brake Assist. ESP® | |
| Steering | Rack-and-pinion power steering. Steering damper | |
| Wheels | 7J x 16H@ ET31 | |
| Tires | 205/55 R16 | |
| Dimensions and weights | ||
| Wheelbase | mm | 2715 |
| Track front/rear | mm | 1505/1476 |
| Overall -Length | mm | 4528 |
| – Width | mm | 1728 |
| – Height | mm | 1426 |
| Turning circle | m | 10.76 |
| Trunk capacity max. | 1 | 430 |
| Curb weight (EC) | kg | 1475 (Manual) / 1505 (Automatic) |
| Payload | kg | 480 (Manual) / 450 (Automatic) |
| Gross vehicle weight | kg | 1955 |
| Tank capacity/Reserve | l | 62 / 8 |
Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI
| Engine | ||
| No. cylinders/arrangement | 4 in line, 4 valves per cylinder | |
| Displacement | cc | 2148 |
| Bore x stroke | mm | 88.0 x 88.3 |
| Rated output | kW/hp | 104 / 141 at 3800 rpm:P> |
| Rated torque | Nm | 340 at 1800-2300 rpm |
| Maximum engine speed | rpm | 4600 |
| Compression ratio | 18.0 : 1 | |
| Mixture formation | High-pressure common rail direct injection. Exhaust gas turbocharger | |
Transmission
* 6-speed manual transmission
The C-Class comes as standard with a 6-speed manual transmission, which makes gearshifts a sheer delight with their very short-throw action.
* 5-speed automatic transmission
How to shift gears faster? Let the car do it for you. The 5-speed automatic transmission is available for 4-cylinder models. It can judge people to perfection and adjusts – sporty or comfortable – to your personal driving style. To change up or down manually, you simply need to nudge the selector lever to the right or left.
* 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission
The highlight of our transmission technology is standard in the C 230 Avantgarde: the 7G-TRONIC 7-speed automatic transmission. Seven forward gears constantly provide optimum engine speed and deliver virtually imperceptible gear changes. When changing down, the 7G-TRONIC – unlike other automatic transmissions – delivers extra-fast mid-range sprints by skipping individual gears. By simply nudging the selector lever, you can also shift gears manually.
| Transmission | |||
| Clutch | Single dry plate | ||
| Transmission type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
| Transmission ratios | Final Drive 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear 6th gear Reverse |
2.65 5.01 2.83 1.79 1.26 1.00 0.83 4.57 |
2.87 3.95 2.42 1.49 1.00 0.83 — 3.15 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Three-link axle. McPherson struts. Anti-dive device. Coil springs. Gas-filled dampers. Stabilizer | |
| Rear suspension | Multi-link independent suspension. Anti-squat and anti-lift device. Coil springs. Gas-filled dampers. Stabilizer | |
| Brakes | Hydraulic dual circuit brakes with brake servo. Stepped master brake cylinder. Ventilated d isks at the front. Solid disk brakes at the rear. Drum parking brake. ABS. Brake Assist. ESP® | |
| Steering | Rack-and-pinion power steering. Steering damper | |
| Wheels | 7J x 16H@ ET31 | |
| Tires | 205/55 R16 | |
| Dimensions and weights | ||
| Wheelbase | mm | 2715 |
| Track front/rear | mm | 1505/1476 |
| Overall -Length | mm | 4526 |
| – Width | mm | 1728 |
| – Height | mm | 1426 |
| Turning circle | m | 5.38 |
| Trunk capacity max. | 1 | 430 |
| Kerb weight (EC) | kg | 1520 (Manual) / 1545 (Automatic ) |
| Payload | kg | 480 (Manual) / 455 (Automatic) |
| Gross vehicle weight | kg | 2000 |
| Tank capacity/Reserve | l | 62 / 8 |
