2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Variants explained

A couple of days back, we witnessed the launch of the all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class on our shores. The new sedan redefines luxury with its high-quality workmanship, cutting-edge features, interior ambience, and spaciousness. It is now available for sale in two imported versions - C 200 Avantgarde Line and the C 300 AMG Line decked up with different styling packages and mechanical stuff. We have explained the two C-Class variants in detail here, have a look.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 200 Avantgarde Line

Sitting at the bottom of the new C-Class lineup, the C 200 Avantgarde Line is priced at RM 288,334 (on-the-road, without insurance, and inclusive of a 50% SST rebate). In terms of exterior, the sedan boasts a sportier yet upmarket styling with the Avantgarde Line pack. It includes a radiator front grille with the centrally-positioned three-pointed star badge flanked by an aluminium strip.

Other highlights of the Avantgarde Line pack are LED High-Performance headlights with adaptive high-beam assist. LED tail lights, and 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels wrapped with 225/45 R18 and 245/40 R18 tyres at the front and rear, respectively.

Inside the new C-Class C 200 Avantgarde Line, you get the following features -

• 12.3-inch digital instrument panel
• 11.9-inch vertical infotainment unit mated with the latest MBUX operating system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity
• More interactive "Hey Mercedes" voice assistant 
• Qi Wireless charging pad
• Leather-wrapped multi-function three-spoke sports steering wheel
• Powered comfort front seats with memory function
• Thermatic Automatic climate control system
• keyless entry and start
• Electric rear sunblind
• 64-colour ambient lighting
• Comfort Seats
• Artico man-made leather upholstery
• Folding rear seat backrest
• Illuminated side sill panels
• Remote boot closing
• Silver grey diamond pattern trim
• Pull-out sun visor

Under the hood, it carries a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and a 48V integrated starter generator. The engine generates a maximum power output of 204 hp between 5,800 - 6,100 rpm and a peak torque of 300 Nm between 1,800 - 4,000 rpm, while the electric motor pumps out 20 hp and 200 Nm. This mild-hybrid mill is paired with a 9G-Tronic automatic transmission sending power to rear wheels.

On the performance front, the sedan runs from naught to 100 kmph in 7.3 seconds before hitting a top speed of 246 kmph. 

As for safety, the German automaker packed the sedan with many advanced safety bits, including 

• Lane Tracking pack
• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Active Lane Keeping Assist
• Active Brake Assist
• Cruise Control
• Reversing Camera
• Active Parking Assist with Parktronic
• Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
• Pedestrian protection
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Rear belt status indication

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 AMG Line 

On top of the new C-Class range, we have the C 300 AMG Line that retails for RM 330,681 (on-the-road, without insurance, and inclusive of a 50% SST rebate). With this version, you get a sporty AMG Line pack, featuring a distinctive pin-shaped pattern front grille, and 19-inch AMG alloy wheels shod with 225/40 R19 front and 255/35 R19 rear rubbers. Also, part of the kit is a panoramic sliding sunroof.

Over and above the standard interior kit, the full bells and whistles C-Class variant also benefits from - 

• Augmented-reality navigation
• Sports Seats
• Nappa-leather wrapped multi-function three-spoke sports steering wheel 
• Metal Weave pattern trim
• AMG floor mats

Just like the C 200 Avantgarde Line, the C-Class C 300 AMG Line also gets energy from a mild-hybrid mill, but here we can find a different combination. That includes a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four, petrol delivering 258 hp at 5,800 rpm, and a 27-hp electric motor. The former kicks out 400 Nm between 2,000 - 3,200 rpm while the latter makes 200 Nm of torque. The power is sent to the rear wheels via a 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox.

When it comes to performance, the top-spec C-Class hits the century sprint in 6 seconds on its way to achieving 250 kmph top speed.

In terms of safety, you will get a 360-degree surround-view camera with this model instead of a reversing camera. All the other safety specs are identical to the C 200. 

There you have it guys. These were the two variants of the newly launched 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Which of these would you like to buy? Let us know in the comments.

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