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Mercedes-Benz C Class Cabriolet C300d AMG Line Edition Premium 2dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	2
Fuel Delivery	COMMON RAIL
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Diesel
Engine Capacity - CC	1950
Trim	AMG Line Ed Premium
Price	£53,720
Engine Power - BHP	245
Acceleration	6.3
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	48.7
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	153
Length	4686 mm
Width	1810 mm
Height	1409 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	360 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1820 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" digital instrument cluster display
Active park assist with parktronic system
Attention assist
Bluetooth interface for hands free telephone
Collision prevention assist plus
Comand Online HDD Nav with media interface,radio/CD/DVD/MP3, 10.25 screen, linguatronic voice control
Cruise control with speedtronic variable speed limiter
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual)
ECO start/stop function
High resolution 10.25" multimedia colour display
Instrument cluster two tube design round dials and 5.5-inch TFT multi-function display
Mercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown and maintenance management
Multi function trip computer
Outside temperature display
Pre-wiring for SD navigation system
Remote boot release
Reversing camera
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Sports direct steer speed sensitive steering
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

66l fuel tank with increased capacity
9G Tronic plus 9 speed automatic
Agility control sports suspension lowered by 15 mm
Diesel particulate filter

Entertainment

DAB digital radio tuner
Frontbass loudspeakers
Midline sound system
Two USB ports and one SD Card slot in centre console

Exterior Features

Acoustic soft-top with enhanced climate and noise comfort
Adaptive brake lights
AIRCAP wind deflector and draught stop
AMG bodystyling front and rear aprons, side skirts
Automatic headlights
Body coloured bumpers
Chrome pins diamond radiator grille with integrated stars
Door sill panels with Mercedes Benz lettering
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Exterior mirrors heated and electronically adjustable
Full LED tail lamps
Green tinted glass
LED daytime running lights
LED Indicators
LED third brake light
Multi beam LED headlights
Radio aerial integrated into rear window
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Rear boot
Semi-automatic boot separator
Side windows surround in polished aluminium
Visible twin pipe exhaust trim integrated into rear bumper

Interior Features

2 cupholders in front centre console
2 rear head restraints
2 seat bench in 2nd row
3-spoke leather multi function AMG steering wheel with flattened bottom section and chrome inserts with perforated leather in grip area
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
Airscarf - neck level heating
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Black floor mats with AMG lettering
Electric height/reach adjustable steering column
Front centre armrest with storage compartment
Front head restraints
Front LED reading lights
Heated front seats
Illuminated glove compartment stowage
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Leather upholstery
Single front passenger seat
Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs
Sports seats with integrated head restraints
Steering wheel gearshift paddles
Steering wheel touch control buttons for audio and onboard settings
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control

Packs

Interior lighting package - C Class
Memory pack with steering column memory - C Class
Mirror package - C Class
Seat comfort pack - C Class
Stowage space pack - C Class

Passive Safety

2 rear seatbelts
3 point automatic seatbelts
Active bonnet
Adaptive brake system with hold function and brake drying function
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Automatic seatbelt pretensioner for driver and front passenger
Black seat belts
Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering + perforated brake discs
Dual stage airbags - driver and front passenger, front sidebags, driver kneebag, pelvis bag and windowbags for driver, front and rear passengers
Electronic parking brake
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
ISOFIX child seat attachment points with top tether in rear
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Anti-theft alarm system/interior protection with tow-away protection and interior monitoring systems
Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Chrome surround electric key
Immobiliser

Trim

Artico man-made leather dashboard with contrast stitching
Black ash wood with brushed aluminium trim

Wheels

18" AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels aerodynamically-optimised, painted in tremolitegrey with a high-sheen finish
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.072
HC+NOx	0.033
Noise Level dB(A)	71
NOx	0.022
Particles	0.0014
Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	153

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1950
Compression Ratio	15.5:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	82
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92.3
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	48.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	44.1
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	48.7
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	53.3
WLTP - MPG - High	57.7
WLTP - MPG - Low	34
WLTP - MPG - Medium	43.5

General

AdBlue	Yes
Generation Mark	4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	44E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	89
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	79
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	66
NCAP Safety Assist %	53
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.3
Engine Power - BHP	245
Engine Power - RPM	4200
Engine Torque - NM	500
Engine Torque - RPM	1600
Top Speed	155 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	225/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear	245/40 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	5 SPOKE
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1409 mm
Length	4686 mm
Wheelbase	2840 mm
Width	1810 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2016 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	66
Gross Vehicle Weight	2285 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	360 l
Max. Loading Weight	465 kg
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1820 kg
No. of Seats	4
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.2 m

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