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Sales start for the new C-Class Cabriolet

by jonckie@arrivealive.co.za

The first convertible based on the C‑Class can now be ordered. It represents the attractive entry level into the family of Mercedes‑Benz convertibles, and is to be had from R699 900.

Whether the roof is open or closed, the Cabriolet shines with an expressive appearance. The fully automatic fabric soft top can be opened and closed in 20 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h, and is available in four colours. The AIRCAP electric draught stop system and the AIRSCARF neck-level heating extend the open-air driving season to the entire year.

Efficient, powerful engines delivering between 125 and 375 kW and a suspension designed for dynamic performance (with optional AIRMATIC air suspension) ensure sporty, agile handling. For the first time in the C‑Class, the 9G‑TRONIC automatic transmission is available for all 4 and 6-cylinder engines.  For the first time 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive is also available for the Mercedes-AMG C 43 AMG 4MATIC variant, ensuring optimum traction and driving pleasure throughout the year.

The C-Class Cabriolet has extensive standard equipment. In addition to the AGILITY CONTROL suspension it includes the progressive diamond grille and visually striking LED High Performance headlamps. The convertible-specific seating in an integral look and automatic belt feeders are standard features in the sporty interior. The highest safety requirements are met by COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, which is able to brake autonomously when there is a risk of collision.

Other features available include the following:

  • Multi-layer acoustic soft top in three colours for maximum climatic and noise comfort (standard)
  • Cabriolet Comfort package (AIRCAP+AIRSCARF) (R9 500)
  • Driving Assistance package Plus including DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot, PRE‑SAFE® Brake with pedestrian recognition and Brake Assist BAS PLUS, which can also intervene when there is a danger of collision with crossing traffic (R31 500)
  • Head-up display (R15 900)
  • Burmester® surround sound system (R11 000)
  • AMG Line Exterior (R25 500)
  • AMG Line Interior (R14 200)

Overview of the model range for the new C-Class Cabriolet:

Cylinders

Displacement (cc)

Output, kW

MaxNm

l/100 km*

CO2g/km

0-100 km/h, secs.

Max. km/h

Price in R

C 220 d

4/in-line

2143

125

400

4.5-4.8

124

8.3

231

R774 900

C 200

4/in-line

1991

135

300

6.0-6.3

143

8.2

235

R699 900

C 300

4/in-line

1991

180

370

6.7-7.1

161

6.4

250

R805 900

C 43 4MATIC

6/V

2996

270

520

8.3-8.4

194

4.8

250

R1 039 900

C 63

8/V

3982

350

650

8.9-9.3

218

4.2

250

R1 439 900

C 63 S

8/V

3982

375

700

8.9-9.3

218

4.1

250

R1 559 900

*NEDC combined

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