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Mercedes-Benz C Class Saloon C300e AMG Line Premium 4dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	4
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Hybrid Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1999
Trim	AMG Line Premium
Price	£55,615
Battery Capacity	25.4
Engine Power - BHP	313
Acceleration	6.1
Top Speed	152 mph
Length	4751 mm
Width	1820 mm
Height	1442 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	315 l
Minimum Kerbweight	2105 kg

Driver Convenience

11.9" high resolution multimedia colour display
12.3" digital instrument cluster display
Acoustic ambient protection
Active blind spot assist
Active brake assist plus
Active lane keeping assist
Attention assist
Cruise control with speedtronic variable speed limiter
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (Comfort, ECO, Sport, Sport+, Individual)
E-call
Extended MBUX functions
Finger print sensor
Fluorescent jacket for driver
MBUX augmented reality for navigation
MBUX navigation premium
MBUX voice control activated by keywords "Hey Mercedes"
Mercedes connect me
Mercedes me remote services
Outside temperature gauge
Pre-installation for digital key transfer
Remote boot release
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration
Speed limit assist
Sports direct steer speed sensitive steering
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Traffic sign assist
Wireless charging system for mobile devices

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

11 kW AC onboard charger
50l fuel tank with increased capacity
5m charging cable for household socket (mode 2)
5m charging cable for wall box/public charging stations(mode 3)
9G TRONIC 9 speed automatic transmission
Agility control sports suspension and lowered by 15 mm
Petrol Particulate Filter
Sporty engine sound system

Entertainment

DAB Digital radio
MBUX multimedia system

Exterior Features

Adaptive brake lights
Adaptive high beam assist plus
AMG body styling front apron, rear apron and side skirts
AMG front bumper with sporty air intakes and chrome elements
AMG rear bumper with high gloss chrome elements
AMG side skirts in vehicle colour
B-pillar trim in glossy black
Body coloured bumpers
Body coloured door mirrors
Chrome beltline trim
Daytime running lights
Digital light LED headlamps
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors
Green tinted glass
Heat insulating dark tinted glass
Illuminated front door sill panels
LED Indicators
LED tail lights
LED third brake light
Noise acoustic glass
Powerdomes on bonnet
Privacy glass
Radiator diamond grille with integrated Mercedes Benz star and louvre silver with chrome pins
Radio aerial integrated into rear window
Rain sensor with automatic windscreen wiper activation
Rear boot
Rear side wing doors
Two visible exhaust pipes integrated into rear bumper

Interior Features

3 seat bench in 2nd row
3 spoke flattened bottom AMG multifunction steering wheel in black nappa leather with chrome inserts and perforated leather in grip area
40:20:40 split folding rear bench seat
Ambient lighting premium
AMG sports seats
Artico man-made leather upholstery
Audio and onboard settings control on multifunction steering wheel
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Black air vents with silver chrome elements
Black floor mats with AMG lettering
Black roof liner
Door trim elements high gloss black with silver chrome surroundings and switches
Double cupholder in centre console
Electrically height/reach adjustable steering column
Folding rear seat backrest
Front and rear head restraints
Front centre armrest with storage compartment
Gearshift paddles on steering wheel
Heated front seats
Illuminated door sills with Mercedes Benz lettering
Illuminated glove compartment stowage
Overhead control unit in high gloss black
Rear top tether child seat ISOFIX attachment
Single front passenger seat
Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control

Packs

Interior lighting package - C Class
Memory package - C Class
Mirror pack - C Class
Parking package with 360 degree camera - C Class
Seat comfort pack - C Class
Stowage space pack - C Class
USB package plus - C Class

Passive Safety

3 rear 3 point seatbelts
Active bonnet pedestrian safety measure which detects an impact and raises bonnet
Adaptive brake system with HOLD function and brake drying in the wet
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Black seat belts
Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering + perforated front brake discs
Child proof door locks
Drivers knee airbag
Drivers pelvis airbag
Dual stage driver/passenger airbags
Electric parking brake
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
Front centre airbag between driver and front passenger seats
Front side airbags
Larger brake discs on front axle
Rear seatbelt warning indicator
Sports braking system
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit
Window airbags for driver, front passenger and rear passenger

Security

Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Chrome surround in electric key
Dashcam
Keyless Go
URBAN GUARD vehicle protection (Thatcham Category 1) consisting of break-in, anti-theft alarm system (ATA),interior monitoring and tow-away protection

Trim

Artico man-made leather dashboard with contrast stitching
Centre console trim in metal weave

Wheels

18" AMG 5 spoke design aerodynamically optimised alloy wheels painted in tantalite grey with high sheen finish
Noise reduced tyre with foam absorber
Summer tyres
TIREFIT with tyre inflation compressor

Electric Vehicle Data

Battery Capacity % guaranteed under warranty	70
Battery Capacity in kWh	25.4
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Charge Time (Mins)	663
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 1 - Power Supply - kW	2.3
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Charge Time (Mins)	180
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 2 - Power Supply - kW	7.4
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Charge Time (Mins)	120
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Percentage Change	10-100
Battery Charging Scenario 3 - Power Supply - kW	11
Battery Leased	No
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Charging Port Location	Left Side Rear
Coupler/Connector Type	Type 2
Maximum Charging Rate - kW	11
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Mileage	62000
Standard manufacturers Battery warranty - Years	6
Usable Battery Capacity	19.5
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb	19.3
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEH	19.3
WLTP - EC (kWh/100km) - Comb - TEL	19.3
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb	3.2
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEH	3.2
WLTP - EC (miles/kWh) - Comb - TEL	3.2
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb	111
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEH	111
WLTP - Equivalent AER (km) - Comb - TEL	111
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb	69
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEH	69
WLTP - Equivalent AER (miles) - Comb - TEL	69

Emissions - ICE

CO	0.078
HC	0.009
Noise Level dB(A)	67
NOx	0.008
Particles	0.0014
Standard Emissions	EURO 6

Emissions - PHEV

WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb	12
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEH	12
WLTP - CO2 Weighted (g/km) - Comb - TEL	12

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1999
Compression Ratio	10.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92.4
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - PHEV

WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb - TEH	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Comb - TEL	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High	6.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High - TEH	6.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Extra High - TEL	6.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High	6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High - TEH	6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - High - TEL	6
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low	10.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low - TEH	10.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Low - TEL	10.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium - TEH	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (l/100km) - Medium - TEL	6.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb - TEH	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Comb - TEL	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High	43.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High - TEH	43.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Extra High - TEL	43.5
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High	47.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High - TEH	47.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - High - TEL	47.1
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low	28
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low - TEH	28
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Low - TEL	28
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium - TEH	40.9
WLTP - FC Ch Sus (mpg) - Medium - TEL	40.9
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb	0.5
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEH	0.5
WLTP - FC Weighted (l/100km) - Comb - TEL	0.5
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb	565
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEH	565
WLTP - FC Weighted (mpg) - Comb - TEL	565

General

Generation Mark	5
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	45E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	93
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	89
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	80
NCAP Safety Assist %	82
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.1
Engine Power - BHP	313
Engine Power - RPM	6100
Engine Torque - NM	550
Engine Torque - RPM	2000
Top Speed	152 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	AMG 5 SPOKE
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1442 mm
Length	4751 mm
Wheelbase	2865 mm
Width	1820 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2033 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	50
Gross Vehicle Weight	2615 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	315 l
Max. Loading Weight	510 kg
Max. Roof Load	100
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	2105 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.07 m

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