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Mercedes-Benz C Class Coupe C300d AMG Line 2dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	2
Fuel Delivery	COMMON RAIL
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Diesel
Engine Capacity - CC	1950
Trim	AMG Line
Price	£42,700
Engine Power - BHP	245
Acceleration	6
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	51.4
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	145
Length	4696 mm
Width	1810 mm
Height	1405 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	380 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1615 kg

Driver Convenience

Active park assist with parktronic system
Attention assist
Collision prevention assist plus
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 with 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
SD card based satellite navigation system
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
Diesel particulate filter

Entertainment

Audio 20 with integrated media interface and bluetooth handsfree function
DAB digital radio tuner
Frontbass loudspeakers
SD card slot
Steering wheel audio controls
Two USB ports and one SD Card slot in centre console

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
AMG front, rear apron and side skirts
Body coloured bumpers
Body coloured door mirrors
Chrome grille surround
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 High Performance headlamps including integral LED daytime running lamps
LED Indicators
LED third brake light
Privacy glass (rear side windows and rear screen)
Radio aerial integrated into rear window
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
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
3 spoke AMG flat bottom multi-function nappa leather steering wheel with touch controls
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
AMG sports seats
Artico man-made leather upper dashboard and beltlines with contrast stitching
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Black floor mats with AMG lettering
Electrical height and back adjustment front seat
Front centre armrest with storage compartment
Front head restraints
Front LED reading lights
Heated front seats
Illuminated glove compartment stowage
Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs
Steering wheel gearshift paddles
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control

Packs

Interior lighting package - 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, hill start assist 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 in electric key
Immobiliser
KEYLESS-GO starting function

Trim

Black ash wood with brushed aluminium trim

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	145

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	51.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	57.7
WLTP - MPG - High	60.1
WLTP - MPG - Low	35.3
WLTP - MPG - Medium	45.6

General

AdBlue	Yes
Generation Mark	4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	40E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	57
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
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	1405 mm
Length	4696 mm
Wheelbase	2840 mm
Width	1810 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2016 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	66
Gross Vehicle Weight	2185 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	380 l
Max. Loading Weight	570 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1615 kg
No. of Seats	4
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.2 m

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