Car Profiles - Mercedes Benz C Class

MERCEDES BENZ C CLASS

Under the W205 platform code, the new C Class is lighter (thanks to aluminum usage) than its predecessor while gaining more space and exterior dimensions. Two AMG variants makes things exciting.

The Good: More lighter and roomier

The Bad: 

Price Range: P3,550,000-P3,980,000

Our Rating: ****

Last Update: September 13, 2014

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	C250 AMG	C200 AMG	C200 Avantgarde
Price	P3,980,000	P3,880,000	P3,550,000
Warranty	2 Years or 100,000kms	2 Years or 100,000kms	2 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged	2.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged	2.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged
Horsepower	208hp @ 5,500rpm	181hp @ 5,500rpm	181hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque	350Nm @ 1,200-4,000rpm	300Nm @ 1,200-4,000rpm	300Nm @ 1,200-4,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/95 Octane	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Transmission	7-Speed Automatic	7-Speed Automatic	7-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	41 Liters	41 Liters	41 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,686mm	4,686mm	4,686mm
Width	1,810mm	1,810mm	1,810mm
Height
Wheelbase	2,840mm	2,840mm	2,840mm
Curb Weight	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Multi Link Coil Spring	Multi Link Coil Spring	Multi Link Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Multi Link Coil Spring	Multi Link Coil Spring	Multi Link Coil Spring
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc	Solid Disc	Solid Disc
Tires	225/45 R18	225/45 R18	225/45 R18
Wheels	18 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy	18 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	8	8	8
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist	Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes	Yes	Yes
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Adds: Active Park Assist, Reverse Camera	Attention Assist, Adaptive Brake System, Collision Prevention Assist, Brake Wear Warning, ESP with Curve Assist, Active Bonnet Pedestrian Protection, Tire Pressure Monitor
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: LED Intelligent Headlamp System, Hands-Free Boot Operation	Adds: AMG Sports Package	Heated Exterior Mirrors, Projector-Type Halogen Headlamps with LED Daytime Running Lights, Bi-Color LED Tail Lamps
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver With Memory	Power, Driver with Memory	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather	Leather	Leather
Other Interior Features	Adds: 8.4 Inch COMAND Online Interface	Adds: Aluminum Trim, Piano Black Trim, Electronic Rear Sunshade, Ambient Interior Lighting, 60/40 Split Folding Rear Seats, AMG Sports Pedals	Open Pore Wood Trim, Electronic Parking Brake, 7-inch Audio 20 CD Interface With Touchpad, Air Balance Package, Heads Up Display
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	COMAND Online Interface AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/iPod/Bluetooth/Navigation with Internet Connectivity	Audio 20 CD Touchpad Interface with AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/Ipod and Navigation	Audio 20 CD Touchpad Interface with AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/Ipod and Navigation
Speakers	13 Speaker Burmester® Surround Sound	13 Speaker Burmester® Surround Sound	5 With FrontBass
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control	Yes, Audio and Cruise Control
Alarm	Yes	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, Smart Entry and Start	Yes, Smart Entry and Start	Yes, Smart Entry and Start
RIVALS	Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, Lexus IS, Volvo S60

See previous generation models of the C Class

1993-2000

2000-2007

2007-2014