AFFALTERBACH (Germany): The new C 43 4MATIC Coupé has joined the Mercedes-AMG family, offering sports car technology and motor racing flair to a broader customer base.
The C 43 4MATIC Coupé not only diversifies the line-up of the C-Class family, but also starts the introduction of a whole series of new ‘43’ models this year.
“The ‘43’ models boast the characteristic AMG genes, which are also included in our GT and ‘63’ vehicles, and thus consistently interpret our brand essence of ‘Driving Performance’ in their segment,” said Mercedes-AMG GmbH chairman Tobias Moers.
The C 43 4MATIC Coupé produces 367hp from a 3.0-litre V6 twin-turbo engine that is combined with the new 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission that promises agile gearshifts. It is equipped with the AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive and model-specific chassis technology.
The new V6 twin-turbo engine is part of the BlueDIRECT engine family from Mercedes-Benz. Technical advances including a modified boost pressure allowed the AMG engineers to increase the engine’s power output and torque as well as its dynamism and flexibility to typical AMG levels.
The AMG powerplant is identifiable by the red aluminium insert in the engine cover.
The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission is matched to the demands of the Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC. Thanks to the model-specific software application, the AMG developers managed to reduce substantially the shift times of the 9-speed transmission. The multiple downshift allows even faster short bursts of speed, while the double-declutching function in the “Sport” and “Sport Plus” transmission modes makes for an even more emotive driving experience. Defined ignition adjustments also provide faster gearshifts in the “Eco” and “Comfort” modes.
“Manual” mode can be enabled by pressing a button on the centre console. The gear changes are based on the selected transmission mode, and the driver can now change gear using the paddles on the steering wheel. Moreover, the transmission stays in the selected gear and does not automatically shift up when the engine speed reaches the limit.
The Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupé promises high driving dynamics and comfort on long journeys, thanks to the standard-fit AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension. The four-link front axle is fitted with special steering knuckles and load-bearing joints. All components have been optimised in terms of rigidity.
The driver can select the automatic adjustable damping system’s three suspension modes “Comfort”, “Sport” and “Sport Plus” using a button on the centre console to customise the driving impression.
With the five AMG DYNAMIC SELECT transmission modes “Eco”, “Comfort”, “Sport”, “Sport Plus” and “Individual”, the driver can tailor the characteristics of the C 43 4MATIC Coupé to individual preferences at the tap of a finger. The available range extends from efficient and comfortable to very sporty. This modifies key parameters, such as the response of the engine, transmission, suspension set-up and steering.
Characteristic features include the AMG styling as well as the specific light-alloy wheels.
The AMG styling includes the front apron with sporty air intakes, diamond meshes, silver chrome trim, as well as the rear apron with matt iridium silver diffuser insert. The diamond radiator grille features chrome-plated pins, a louvre in high-gloss black and the AMG lettering. Down below, the silver chrome front splitter is said to ensure optimal air flow to the cooling modules.
Additional highlights include the black exterior mirror housings, the high-gloss black waistline trim strip and window frame, as well as the two chrome-plated tailpipes with centre divider.
Customers can choose the optional Night package, which adds heat-insulating dark tinted glass rearward of the B-pillar, high-gloss black front apron trim, a high-gloss black diffuser-look insert at
the rear, and two black tailpipes with centre divider.
The car comes with 18-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels with mixed tyres. It is also available with optional 19-inch wheels.
In the cabin, the multifunction sports steering wheel in black leather features a flattened bottom section and red contrasting topstitching.
The AMG instrument cluster delivers relevant information in a layout optimised for a dynamic driving style. A sports car look and feel is provided by two tube-shaped round dials, a 4.5-inch multifunction colour display, RACETIMER and 280kph scale in chequered-flag design.
Driver and front passenger get the benefit of sports seats that secure and offer improved lateral support.
Upholstery is a mix of ARTICO man-made leather and DINAMICA microfibre while the instrument panel is trimmed with ARTICO for soft yet sporty touchpoints. The man-made leather is also used on the upper edges of the body, the armrests, the door centre panels and the centre console.
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