Historical Review of the Young Dynamic Gene Mercedes-Benz C-Class Sedan

Since the launch of the first-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class, C-Class has grown to be Mercedes-Benz’s largest-selling model in just over 18 years. Not long ago, the domestic Mercedes-Benz C has just ushered in a mid-term reorganization, and the new C-class competitiveness of the 7AT has also been greatly improved. Here we take everyone together to review the history of Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan.

W201: Predecessor Mercedes-Benz 190E

In the 1970s, BMW and Audi introduced the entry-level compact luxury car before and after, and Mercedes-Benz, as the leader in the luxury car camp, has yet to act. After the success of the 3 Series and Audi 80, Mercedes finally decided to develop a competitive compact luxury car.

In 1982, the Mercedes-Benz 190E with the chassis code of W201 was officially unveiled. Mercedes-Benz gave it the role of a sports compact car. Its positioning was lower than that of E-Class and S-Class, and its style was similar to that of E-Class and S-Class of that era. Since the 190E was the smallest model of Mercedes-Benz at the time, it was also kindly called baby-benz. Despite being called baby benz, the £190 million R&D 190E is by no means the same.

Although Mercedes-Benz is a latecomer to the luxury compact car market, when the 190E appeared before the eyes of the world, it still caused a strong sensation, because the design and configuration of the 190E was absolutely very advanced at that time. The 190E's innovations include a 3.3-coefficient drag coefficient, a lightweight body structure, a five-bar rear suspension structure on the E- and S-class, safety belt pre-tightening, and ABS anti-lock braking systems and airbags. Configuration and so on.

In the engine part, the 190 and 190E models were originally produced for the entire vehicle. For the 190 and 190E models, although they all have a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, due to the different engine designs, their The performance is very different. The 2.3L engine jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and Cosworth was the main engine of the mid-190E. It was officially released in 1983, and its valve distribution mechanism used the four-valve structure of the overhead dual camshaft per cylinder that appeared to be quite advanced at the time. . Compared to the previous two-valve per-cylinder structure, the new 2.3L 16V engine has achieved a maximum power of 49 hp (36kw) and a 55Nm increase in torque. The maximum power has reached 137kw/6200rpm, and the maximum torque has reached 235Nm/4500rpm, with the 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmission. Such data, even today, is still at the top level of naturally aspirated engines of the same class. Thanks to its lightweight body design, the 190E equipped with this engine can accelerate to 100km/h in 8 seconds and easily reach 230km/h in speed.

In 1988, the original 2.3L version was replaced by a 2.5L engine with a cylinder expansion. The increase in exhaust gas volume also slightly increased the maximum power and maximum torque, and the output power was 150kw. This engine once had a little-known dispute with the BMW M3, so it was also regarded as a classic by top gear.

Mercedes-Benz's innovations in the 190E series meet people's expectations for Mercedes-Benz C-Class vehicles. Outstanding safety standards, optimized handling performance and Mercedes-Benz's consistent comfort have maintained Mercedes-Benz's brand image despite the 190E's flat performance in the US market. , but it has achieved great success in Europe. By April 13, 1993, until the end of production, Mercedes-Benz had produced a total of 1,879,629 190E cars.

Mercedes-Benz 190E EVO/190E and AMG

190E EVO 2

With the launch of the most direct competitor, the BMW M3, Mercedes-Benz also realized that it must respond with a corresponding product. In March 1989, Mercedes-Benz developed a DTM racing car based on the 190E: the 190E EVO 1 was officially released at the Geneva Motor Show. The new car has exaggerated spoiler tails and larger rims, and the brakes and suspension have been adjusted accordingly to give it a more efficient performance on the track. The power section is not much improved. The 194-horsepower 2.5-liter 16V engine is obviously difficult to have eye-catching performance. For those who are more eager for power, it can also use the AMG optional pack to raise the engine by 30 horsepower. One year later, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 190E EVO 2 at the Geneva Motor Show. AMG also participated in the design and reconstruction of the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II. With the help of AMG, the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II achieved the maximum power. The speed of 235hp (173kw) also increased to 155mph (250km/h). At that time, in the FIA's entry requirements, the production of used vehicles was at least 500 production models, so the 190E EVO's two generation models were limited to 502 productions.

2.5L Inline 6-cylinder Engine

2.5L Inline 6-cylinder Engine

190E AMG

In the early days of the launch of the 190E, AMG was still only a well-known independent racing car modification plant and did not belong to Mercedes-Benz. When AMG modified the engine to help the 190E in the DTM endurance victory, Mercedes-Benz decided in 1991 to return to its own. The 190E 3.2AMG is the first AMG model to be launched. This is the predecessor of the Mercedes-Benz C-class AMG model. The maximum power of the 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder engine has reached 234 horsepower (174Kw), and the speed is up to 260km/. h.

W202 Mercedes C Class debut

With the fierce market competition and the increase in customer demand, Mercedes-Benz is already considering the next generation for the first generation of the 190 series. In 1993, Mercedes-Benz introduced a replacement model of the 190E, the chassis code for the W202, from this generation, Mercedes-Benz formally named it C-Class, which is the first generation of models using the C-class title, in addition, Mercedes-Benz also used A brand-new vehicle naming convention is used: three Arabic numerals represent the displacement, one letter represents the level, and D represents the diesel vehicle.

This generation of C-class sedan is still the entry-level model of Mercedes-Benz, until 1997, the introduction of the A-level to replace its entry-level models. In terms of overall dimensions, the C-Class still continues its predecessor's 190E (W201) style and similar body size, but the softer lines and sleek edges and corners are the biggest improvements. The configuration has also been improved a lot compared to the previous model, including airbags, ABS, power steering, five-speed transmission and central locking.

In terms of vehicle model selection, Mercedes-Benz will subdivide the new C-Class into four models, namely CLASSIC, ESPRIT, ELEGANCE and SPORT models, with CLASSIC being the new C-class standard, and ESPRIT models mainly targeting young people. Its suspension is 25mm lower than that of the regular version, and the interior uses mainly brighter colors to match it. The ELEGANCE model is more luxurious than the two exterior models. Its interior uses the same color and is chrome-plated. Wheel decorations, side trims and door handles highlight its exceptional luxury, while SPORT sports models have a 25mm lower body. Harder suspensions, wide tires and five aluminum alloy wheels highlight it Sporty atmosphere. At the same time, AMG modified factory also provides this generation of C-class modified models, the modified part includes a more sporty suspension system, a special AMG wheel hub, front and rear brakes and large enclosures.

The engine part, starting from the Mercedes-Benz W202, began to cater to consumers' appetite with the diversity of models and the configuration options. This generation of the C-class includes four gasoline engines and three diesel engines. The gasoline engine includes the 122-horsepower C180, the 136-horsepower C200, the 150-horsepower C220 and the top-notch C280 model with an in-line six-cylinder 193 hp. The diesel engine is the entry-level 75-horsepower C200D, the larger-displacement 95-horsepower C220D, and the 113-horsepower C250D. They are also the world’s No. 1 for the newly developed 2.2-liter and 2.5-liter engines. The four-valve technology diesel engine is able to achieve greater torque and power output compared to the traditional two-valve design of a diesel engine. At the same time, fuel consumption can be reduced by 8% and exhaust gas pollution is also reduced by 30%. It is worth noting that The C180 model uses the latest four-valve and electronic fuel injection system with pressure sensor.

In 1995, Mercedes-Benz introduced the C230 Kompressor supercharged version. Although it is a four-cylinder engine, the 193-horsepower output can achieve the same performance as the six-cylinder C280, and there is no increase in fuel consumption and emissions pollution. Mercedes-Benz exported to Italy, Greece, and Portugal launched a 2-liter supercharged engine. In 1996, the five-speed automatic transmission was also used for the first time on the C-class. In the same year, Mercedes-Benz introduced the first wagon of the C-Class. Like the four-door model, the wagon is also divided into CLASSIC, ELEGANCE, ESPRIT and SPORT models. The trunk has a conventional volume of 465 liters and a maximum volume of 1,510 liters.

On April 8, 1997, the first million Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan steadily departed from the production line at the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant in Mercedes-Benz. At the same time, Mercedes-Benz has made changes to all second-generation C-class models. In addition to C220D and C180 models, all C-class handlebars include ASR, side airbags, smart seat belts, and EBA as standard safety devices. Also added reversing radar, navigation, cruise control, automatic wipers, xenon headlights, and the most notable should be the introduction of two newly developed V6 engines, of which Mercedes replaced the C230 with a 170-horsepower 2.4-liter V6 engine. The four-cylinder engine of the model, while the C280 model also changed its straight six engine to the V6 engine. Through the introduction of the three-valve technology and dual-ignition technology, the two engines become lighter, cleaner and more economical. Sex.

The C 220 CDI released in 1997 was the first Mercedes-Benz diesel engine to use Bosch's common rail direct injection technology. Its engine has a maximum horsepower of 125 hp. The maximum torque of 300 Nm can be output at 1800 rpm. The engine has a lower fuel consumption, emissions pollution is far below the emission standards at the time, and this also opened the prelude to Mercedes-Benz equipped with CDI engine. In 1998, the C200CDI model with this technology was introduced, and Mercedes replaced it with the previous C200D model.

Looking back at the development of the second-generation C-class, it can be found that the success of the C-class is not only due to its stylish appearance, luxurious interiors, and the brand effect of Mercedes-Benz, but more importantly, the steady stream of high-tech equipment used by Mercedes-Benz. Engines are available as well as product models that are subdivided for different levels of customers. In 1999, Mercedes-Benz's first-generation C-Class finally stopped production. As of the third-generation C-Class car interview, the first-generation C-Class sold a total of 1.6 million vehicles.



W202 Class C AMG


C36 AMG

In 1995, this generation of C-class top models was the C36 AMG debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Its engine was taken from AMG's 3.2-liter engine, with a maximum of 280 horsepower and a maximum torque of 385 Nm. It has four-speed and five-speed automatic transmissions for transmission. The box is available for selection. The speed limit is limited to 250km/h by the electronic speed limit.


C43 AMG

In 1997, the Mercedes-Benz Frankfurt International Motor Show released the C43 AMG model. Compared with the previous generation, it has sold 5221 C36AMGs. The C43 AMG is even more aggressive. Its 4.3-liter V8 naturally aspirated engine can produce 5,850 rpm. With 306 horsepower, the maximum torque has reached 410 Nm/3250 rpm, and the maximum speed is also limited to 250km/h, while the 100km acceleration time is 6.5 seconds. After one year, Mercedes has increased its displacement. To 5.4 liters, 347 horsepower, 100 kilometers acceleration time also increased by 5.5 seconds, is definitely the king of the generation of C-class power.

W203 peanut eye headlight achievements generation classic

In 2000, Mercedes-Benz's second-generation C-Class was officially released and its internal serial number is W203. From the outside, the second-generation Mercedes-Benz C-class "peanut" headlamps continue the Mercedes-Benz E-class design style, using a family-like four-round lamp design, the new car's drag coefficient is 0.26, the contour is closer to The round shape is like the recumbent "8". Apart from the important feature of the four-circle lamp, its body shape is also a younger design. The first-class technology and the attractive design were at that time. The car market is absolutely unique, so it was welcomed by people after its launch.

The progress made by this generation of the C-Class is certainly not only the appearance, but also the configuration and power system has been greatly improved. Among them, the upgrade of the safety configuration is the most comprehensive, equipped with ESP, BA brake assist, child seat automatic recognition, seat belt pretensioning, head restraint protection, side airbag, child seat recognition, protective headrest, SPEEDTRONIC Electronics Speed ​​limit systems, comfort configurations, and the addition of automatic headlights and a central display further enhance the sense of technology. In addition, the third-generation C-class has reached a new level in terms of suspension, steering, transmission, and braking, particularly in terms of handling the BMW 3 Series. The stability of control and the comfort of driving have been comprehensive. Promote.

The new car uses seven engines and three different transmissions. It has four C180, C 200 Kompressor, C 240 and C 320 gasoline and three C200 CDI, C 220 CDI and C 270 CDI diesel engines with power output. Also from the entry-level 115 horsepower to 218 horsepower, due to the diesel engine using the second generation common rail direct injection technology, so that the overall power performance than the old models increased by 20%, the torque also increased by 43%, the emissions reached in Europe Four standards. At the same time, the standard configuration of each car is a six-speed manual transmission that is full of driving pleasure, and optional SEQUENTRONIC and five-speed automatic transmission.

Among the gasoline models that need to be mentioned are the C200 KOMPRESSOR and C320 models, of which the supercharged C200 KOMPRESSOR model has a maximum power of 120 kw and a maximum torque of 230 Nm, despite its 1.8-liter displacement. The 100-kilometer acceleration is only 9.3 seconds. It can reach a top speed of 230 km/h. The power output is comparable to the six-cylinder engine. The C320 uses the “Big Brother” S-class 218-hp 3.2-liter V6 engine. For the C-class diesel car, the most concern is the C 270 CDI model with a five-cylinder 2.7-liter diesel engine. Due to the introduction of turbocharger and direct injection systems, its fuel consumption is reduced by 14% compared with the previous generation. At the same time, the power performance has also improved. Its top speed has reached 230 km/h, which is 27 km/h faster than the previous-generation C 250 TURBODIESEL.



In 2001, Mercedes-Benz launched the second-generation C-class travel version and the two-door Coupe model. Among them, Europe and the United States consumers for the station car recognition, let Mercedes-Benz for this generation of C-class wagon more emphasis. Because about one-third of C-class car buyers will choose wagons since the last generation, the strong practicality and considerable sales figures have once again strengthened Mercedes's determination. Therefore, the appearance and aerodynamic design of the new C-Class wagon are independently developed independently of the C-Class.

For the two-door Coupe model with panoramic sunroof, its length is 4343mm, which is 183mm shorter than the ordinary four-door model, and its body height is also reduced by 20mm. The C230K is equipped with a four-cylinder supercharged engine and has maximum power. With 141 kW and a maximum torque of 260 Nm, the engine consumes only 8.9 liters/100 km due to the combination of a powerful supercharger, balance shaft, charge air cooling system, variable camshaft adjustment and four-valve technology. This car offers SEQUENTRONIC automatic six-speed transmission as an optional configuration, the new transmission can quickly and accurately shift, providing more driving fun, while minimizing fuel consumption. If you're not satisfied with these configurations, then more aggressive consumers can also choose the EVOLUTION sports suit for his C-Class, which includes 17-inch alloy wheels, wide front and rear tires of 225/40 R 17, and lower body suspension. , leather sports steering wheel and other advanced configurations. In 2002, the 4MATIC four-wheel drive system was also equipped as a top-class equipment to the third-generation vehicle.

The sales volume and sales speed of C-Class vehicles have refreshed Mercedes-Benz's historical records. From May 2000 to April 2003, nearly 700,000 C-Class models were sold worldwide in just three years. It can be seen that the C-class car is recognized as a model for combining organic power, high security, and luxury configuration. In 2004, Germany and North America became the two most important sales markets for Mercedes-Benz C-Class, of which 30% and 20% of C-Class vehicles will be sold to these two locations. In the same year, Mercedes-Benz carried out a significant advancement in this area of ​​the C-Class. Since Mercedes-Benz also uses it to win over some of the younger users, the C-Class after the change has changed its old image and become very young. The change comes from the use of sports car-type low air intakes on the front bumper and radiator grille, and the concept of “starting with details” in the interior, chrome trim, active detour lighting technology to prevent scratches The latest technologies, such as paint, were used in Class C. At the same time, the newly-remodeled C-Class sedan and tourer introduced a four-cylinder supercharged engine that was originally used only for sports coupés. It is no wonder that Klaus Maier, Mercedes-Benz’s director of sales and marketing, said when talking about the third-generation C-class: “With its comfort, luxury, safety, shape design and branding, Mercedes-Benz’s C-class sales are very gratifying, and it has gradually become the best-selling Mercedes-Benz. Model."

In December 2006, the second-generation Mercedes-Benz Class C stopped production in Sindelfingen. In fact, at the beginning of production, the sales volume of the previous generation of 1.6 million vehicles will undoubtedly become the biggest challenge for the new C-class, but the sales figures for the next seven years prove that Mercedes-Benz’s four-year R&D expenses of 660 million euros, and the reconstruction of 7.7 billion euros. The construction cost has not been in vain. In the end, this generation of C-class has become one of the most popular models of Mercedes-Benz. To know that until the end of 2006, Mercedes-Benz sold a total of 2 million C-class vehicles.

W203 C Class AMG Model

C32 AMG

C30 CDI AMG

In 2001, just after the new C-Class was just released, AMG, which is already a Mercedes-Benz Royal Refitting Plant, released this generation of C-Class AMG models: C32 AMG and C30 CDI AMG. In order to compete with BMW's E46 M3, AMG also introduced a C-Class AMG model with two different engine types, of which the more powerful C32 AMG uses a 3.2L V6 supercharged engine at Roots. With the help of a supercharger, the engine can produce a maximum of 354 horsepower (260 kW) at 6,100 rpm, with a maximum torque of 450 Nm/4,400 rpm. With a 5-speed automatic transmission, it can accelerate from 0 in 5.2 seconds. At 100km/h, the speed limit was limited to 250km/h by the electronic speed limit, making the C32AMG a top-class C-class model at the time. Another C30 CDI AMG, from the name can be seen that this is a diesel version of the AMG model, a displacement of 3.0L inline 5-cylinder diesel engine, using common-rail diesel direct injection technology, maximum power to achieve 231 horsepower (170kw)/3800rpm, maximum torque 540Nm/2000rpm. However, due to the performance limitations of diesel engines, the C30 CDI AMG did not meet sales expectations and was also discontinued in 2004.

In the following year in 2005, the C32 AMG of the gasoline version also won an upgrade with the progress of the C-stage mid-term reorganization. The original 3.2L supercharged V6 engine was replaced by a 5.5L V8 naturally aspirated engine. This engine was part of the same engine sequence as the previous-generation C43 AMG. The maximum power reached 367 hp (270kw) at 5750 rpm. The torque reaches 510Nm/4000rpm. Although the speed was still limited by the electronic speed limit at 250km/h, but the 100km acceleration time increased to 4.9 seconds, so the C55 AMG also became the most powerful mass production c-class sedan at the time, and it was second only to the cash C63 AMG. .

W204 truly young Mercedes-Benz

In 2007, Mercedes-Benz launched a third-generation C-class model with the internal number W204. The design of the new car is the most successful one in the history of the C-Class. Looking back at Mercedes-Benz's various models, most of them deliberately keep the traditional family-style in the network, although the classic, but it lacks a sense of the times, Mercedes-Benz expensive luxury car , but do not want the owners are only directed at the trident brand, the design problem is how to maintain the tradition and make breakthroughs. The new C-Class has adopted a market strategy of two different head shapes for the car, and has designed two completely different style faces for the new C-Class. Prior to this, the C-class vehicles used ELEGANCE (Classic), CLASSIC (Classic) and AVANTGARDE (Fashion) to represent the level of equipment, this is also the same, and in order to distinguish between different models, ELEGANCE and Classic models inherited Mercedes-Benz The traditional front face model has a classic chrome grille tank cover and a three-pronged star plant logo erected thereon. The AVANTGARDE elegant style uses the front face design of the CL-class coupe. The conspicuous huge logo is embedded in the thick chrome plated. The center of the grille tank shield gives a more dynamic visual effect. At the same time, the shape of the new C-type body at the same time, the body of the new C-class bigger, the body length, width and wheelbase 55, 42 and 45 mm more than the previous generation, which provides more for the interior The ride space has increased the passenger's leg and shoulder space, and its 0.27 drag coefficient has not increased.


Domestic Mercedes-Benz C260

Mercedes-Benz cars have always been rich in engine selection. The new C-class gasoline engines include the direct-four supercharged series and the M272 V6. The four-series is actually an engine version with a displacement of 1.8 liters, and the engine and speed are reduced. Different settings, such as the creation of two sizes of power output and performance, resulting in the C180K and C200K, while the V6 series has a displacement of 2.5-liter C230 models, displacement of 3.0-liter C280 and 3.5-liter top C350 Models, power output from 204 horsepower to 272 horsepower for users to choose. In addition, Mercedes-Benz also provides C200, C220, and C320CDI diesel engines for European and other markets. Because of the use of Mercedes-Benz's most advanced BLUETEC diesel engine, the emissions of C200CDI's carbon oxides have been reduced by 11%, and the power of 136 hp is also higher than that of the previous generation. has seen an increase. On the gearbox side, there are six-speed manual, five-speed automatic and seven-speed automatic three gearboxes to choose from, including two automatic gearboxes, with a four-cylinder engine with a 5-speed automatic transmission, and 6 The cylinder engine is paired with a 7-speed 7G-Tronic gearbox.

Equipped with the new C-class selling point, the new C-class full line of cars will be equipped with the latest COMMAND computer system, drivers can be through a set of knobs and buttons behind the gear lever to enter the control of a number of systems, such as NAVI navigation, audio , telephone, driving advice, etc., and all the information is displayed through a collectable screen at the top of the center console, achieving multi-functionality and humanity. In terms of safety and handling, the efforts of the new C-Class are obvious to all. In order to improve handling, the Agility Control Package has become standard on all C-Class vehicles, and its core adaptive shock absorbers can be turned during cornering. Reducing body tilt by up to 10 degrees, steering accuracy is 6% higher than the previous generation, and the steering ratio is reduced to 14.5. If it is not satisfied, you can also choose to install enhanced Advanced Agility Control advanced dynamic suspension system, can quickly detect road conditions, adjust the direction of coordination, suspension, in the high-speed driving of the body so that the controllability is better, but also Bring higher driving pleasure, active safety and comfort. In terms of safety, the new C-class has seven airbags and added knee airbags. The PRE-SAFE preventive security system, smart lighting system, and high-strength body used on limousines have also appeared on the C-class.


C300 Travel Edition At the beginning of this generation of models, the Mercedes-Benz C-class still has two models: the sedan and the CITY Travel version. Among them, the wagon also has three series of models, the top model C350 ESTATE's maximum horsepower 272 horsepower, the appearance is the use of AMG-style sports suite, and equipped with 17-inch lightweight sports wheels, luggage capacity increased 146 liters than the old models, Up to 485 liters, if the rear seats are toppled, the trunk volume is increased to 1500 litres, and the skylight-type sunroof and the electric opening and closing tailgate are also attractive.


2011 Mercedes-Benz C200k

In 2011, Mercedes-Benz c-class also ushered in the mid-term changes, the appearance of the front face of the most obvious changes, more sharp headlights and fog lamp design is obviously more aggressive, younger tend to be more obvious. The introduction of LED light sources for headlights and fog lamps is also in line with the trend. The interior part has also been slightly modified. The brand new center console draws on the style of the E-Class sedan and the steering wheel and dashboard have also changed slightly. Of course, the new C is not limited to this change, the full use of the 7G-tronic gearbox is the most obvious evolution of the new c-class. The 7G-tronic transmission was originally used only on high-end 6-cylinder models. After that, the 7-speed automatic transmission became the standard for the entire C-Class sedan (except the entry-level C180k), although the engine did not experience large Change, but its economy and comfort are not small increase. The new C grade of the small section was quickly followed by Beijing Benz and officially went on sale in July.


C-Class Coupe

In February 2011, Mercedes-Benz announced that the new C-class Coupe models will be officially launched during the year, and the initial models will be C250 and C350. However, the C-class Coupe models have not yet introduced domestic sales.



W204 Class C AMG

In 2008, this generation of Mercedes-Benz C's AMG model, C63 AMG also appeared in the much-anticipated, its 6.2L V8 engine developed independently for AMG and engineers personally hand-built, the engine's output horsepower reached 451 horses, torque has reached 600 Nm, horsepower weight ratio of 3.6 kg / horse, 0-100 km / h acceleration time of 4.5 seconds (travel version only 0.1 seconds more), the maximum speed was limited to the original factory at 250 km / h, its seven before The speed automatic transmission is equipped with a paddle shift program and provides S, C, and M shift modes. Undoubtedly, C63AMG will be the most powerful C-Class in history.

With the 2011 C-series full-scale changes, the redesigned C63 AMG was also officially exposed at the Geneva Motor Show. The newest C63 AMG’s biggest change was the adoption of a new C-class front face design, with minor modifications to the power section and 6.2. The L V8 engine does not use the 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine as rumored. Therefore, the power output of the new car remains at 451 horsepower and 600 N·m. In addition, Mercedes-Benz will also release a power boost kit in the future, with an output of 481 hp. In terms of transmission, the new car adopts an upgraded version of the 7-speed MCT transmission, which improves the ride comfort and speed of the new model compared to the older models.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class in China

The previous generation of W203 Mercedes-Benz C-class has been selling in China as an importer. After the 2007 new generation of W204 Mercedes-Benz C-Class was released, Mercedes-Benz first domestically used the import method to carry out preheating sales, and then officially carried out domestic production by Beijing Benz, in 2008. A new generation of domestic C-Class sedan was officially launched on March 15. However, at present, higher-end models such as the Mercedes-Benz C-class travel version, C63 AMG, etc. are still sold in the imported way. In the future, the newly introduced c-class coupe is also likely to be introduced by import.

Mercedes-Benz C-class memorabilia

After spending 600 million pounds in research and development expenses in 1982, the Mercedes-Benz 190E with the chassis code of W201 was officially unveiled. In March 1989, Mercedes-Benz developed a DTM car with a 190E model: The 190E EVO 1 was officially released at the Geneva Motor Show.

On April 13, 1993, the Mercedes-Benz 190E was officially discontinued. At this point, Mercedes-Benz produced a total of 1,879,629 190E sedan cars.

In 1993, Mercedes-Benz officially launched the replacement model of the 190E: the first generation of Mercedes-Benz C Clacss, the chassis code is W202

In 1995, the top model of the W202 Mercedes C-Class was the C36 AMG debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Its engine was taken from AMG's 3.2-liter engine with a maximum of 280 horsepower and a maximum torque of 385 Nm.

On April 8, 1997, the first million Mercedes-Benz C-class sedan steadily departed from the Mercedes-Benz headquarters in Stuttgart's Sindelfingen manufacturing plant. At the same time, Mercedes-Benz has made changes to all second-generation C-class models.

In 1997, the C 220 CDI was the first Mercedes-Benz diesel model to use Bosch's common-rail direct-injection technology. The C43 AMG was released at the Mercedes-Benz Frankfurt International Motor Show in 1997. Its maximum speed is also limited to 250 km/h, and the 100-km acceleration time is 6.5. Second, a year later, Mercedes-Benz also increased its displacement to 5.4 liters, 347 horsepower, 100 kilometers acceleration time also increased 5.5 seconds Mercedes-Benz second-generation C-class finally discontinued in 1999, as the third-generation C-class car Available, the second-generation C-Class sold a total of 1.6 million vehicles.

In 2000, Mercedes-Benz launched the second-generation C-class car, its internal number is W203, peanut headlights is the largest feature of this generation of C-class.

Mercedes-Benz launched the third-generation C-class travel version and the two-door Coupe model in 2001.

Shortly after the new C-Class was released in 2001, AMG released the C-Series AMG models of this generation: C32 AMG and C30 CDI AMG.

In 2005, the C32 AMG was upgraded to the C55 AMG. The original 3.2L supercharged V6 engine was replaced by a 5.5L V8 naturally aspirated engine. The maximum power reached 367 horsepower, the maximum torque reached 510Nm, broken hundred only 4.9 seconds.

Mercedes-Benz launched the third-generation C-class model in 2007 with internal serial number W204

In 2008, the third-generation Mercedes-Benz C’s AMG model was officially launched. The C63 AMG uses a 6.2L V8 engine with 451 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque. With a 7-speed automatic transmission, the result is a plus-half 4.5 seconds 2011. The third-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class launched a mid-term remodeling model, a new two-door Coupe model, and the 7G-tronic matched on more low-end models.