Engine and Transmission
During it launch, the new 2015 Mercedes C-Class is available with a choice of three engines – one diesel and two petrols. The C220 BlueTEC is a 2.2 liter diesel with 170bhp and 400Nm of torque. The C180 is a 1.6 liter unit with 156bhp and 250Nm of torque. While the C200 produces 184 bhp and 300 Nm of torque.All the versions come equipped with the ECO start/stop function and comply with the Euro 6 emissions standard.
The power and performance details of the three engines are provided below.
| Model |
Displacement cc |
hp |
Nm |
0-62 mph in sec. |
mpg |
CO2 g/km |
Efficiency class |
| C 220 BlueTEC |
2143 |
170 |
400 |
8.1 |
70.6 |
103 |
A+ |
| C 180 |
1595 |
156 |
250 |
8.2 |
56.5 |
116 |
A |
| C 200 |
1919 |
184 |
300 |
7.5 |
53.3 |
123 |
B |
- A small 1.6 litres diesel with 115 or 136 hp / 280 or 320 Nm depending on the configuration
- There will also be an advanced version of the proven 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel engine in several output variants. This diesel engines derived from that unit will cover an output range from 115 hp to 204 hp.
- BlueDIRECT petrol engines with third-generation direct injection – these will be top of the line performance oriented petrol engines
- Hybrid with four-cylinder diesel and petrol engine – The C 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with four-cylinder diesel engine and a compact electric motor generates an output of 204 + 27 hp. A further particularly economical hybrid model, which is to follow in time, will feature state-of-the-art plug-in technology.
Transmission duties for the entire engine range will be taken care of by three units – depending on the engine and the customer’s choice. Two of these will be the 6-speed manual units for the four-cylinder engines with increased shifting precision. Automatic gear shifting is provided by the 7G-TRONIC PLUS automatic transmission, which is the advanced version of the smooth and responsive 7G-TRONIC auto tranny.
Suspension and Steering
The New C-Class features a nw 4 link independent front suspension. The 4-link front independent unit is fully decoupled from the spring strut for more grip and higher lateral stability, and sporty feel. At the rear, the car has 5-link independent suspension for fantastic straight-line stability. This basic suspension layout is available in three flavors to suit the taste and requirements of the customer.
- a comfort suspension
- a lowered comfort suspension with a sportier character
- a sports suspension lowered by 15 mm
First air suspension in its category (Optional)
The new C-Class is the first vehicle in its segment that can be fitted with an air suspension (AIRMATIC) on the front and rear axles. The driver can use the AGILITY SELECT switch to choose between the various characteristics: “Comfort”, “ECO”, “Sport” and “Sport+”. The additional “Individual” option enables drivers to configure their vehicle according to their own wishes. AIRMATIC also features all-round self-levelling for optimum ride comfort even when the vehicle is loaded.
The new C-Class also comes with an electric parking brake as standard. This brake is released automatically when the driver ends parking mode with the aim of moving off.
Steering
The new 2015 Mercedes C-Class comes with an electromechanical Direct Steer System as standard. The power assistance on the system is dependent on the vehicle speed, while the steering ratio varies according to the given steering angle.
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