Mercedes Benz C Class Review

Another world-class entry from the top-rated Mercedes Benz, the new Mercedes Benz C Class is out to conquer the road with its stunning features and performance. Three models are available- sedan, wagon and coupe. Sedan models have five body trims namely C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan, C240 Luxury Sedan, C320 Luxury Sedan, C320 Sport Sedan and the C55 AMG. The thrilling C230 comes with head-turning trimmed lower bodywork backed up with a six-speed manual transmission and refined stainless steel exhaust finisher. Power source comes from a supercharged 1.8L 16-valve inline-4 engine with 189 hp @ 5800 rpm. The alluring C240 is equipped with a 2.6L 18 -valve V6 engine rated at 168 hp @ 5,700 rpm. The remarkable interior features include hand-polished laurel wood style that gives an atmosphere suitable for relaxing rides.

Smooth driving is given by a responsive five-speed automatic transmission with Touch shift control. Powered by a 3.2L 18-valve V-6 engine that can produce 215 hp @ 5,700 rpm, the elegant C320 has the same interior features as C240 although they differ in performance and handling. The energetic C320 has 5-spoke 17" wheels with powerful sport-tuned exhaust. A 3.2L 18 valve V6 engine with 215 hp @ 5,700 rpm gives power to this trim. C55 is equipped with a power-boosting AMG-built 5.5L 24-valve 90 degree V8 Engine rated at 362hp @ 5,750rpm. Performance features include performance-tuned suspension, AMG lower bodywork and calipers with 13.6" front disc brakes. Sole trim for wagon model is the C240 Luxury wagon powered by a 2.6L 18 -valve V6 engine with 168 hp @ 5,700 rpm. However this trim combined the flexibility of the wagon and the efficient performance of a sedan.

Coupes come in C230 Kompressor and C320 Sport Coupe. The teasing C230 get its domineering power from a supercharged 1.8L 16-valve inline-4 engine with 189 hp @ 5,800 rpm assisted by an equally powerful six-speed manual transmission. The head turning design is enhanced by a patterned aluminum interior trim. The eye-catching C320 comes with a hair-raising 3.2L 18-valve V-6 engine rated at 215 hp @ 5,700 rpm.