KUALA LUMPUR: For those who are looking for the good things in life on four wheels, Mercedes-Benz is offering improved versions of the C-Class that's features more power, more fuel savings and more luxurious interior.
The refinement package is most noticeable on the C200 which packs more refinement and power, thanks to the new M246 1.5- litre four cylinder engines that offer more power and torque from less capacity and improved fuel economy.
The engines comes with a 48- volt electrical system and combined alternator and starter motor unit that performs like a mild hybrid, providing short boosts of 13-horsepower during accelerators. This brings the total power output to 184 horsepower.
The C300 AMG had to make do with the same engine 2.0-litre turbo unit while the C43 AMG' s already powerful V6 Biturbo gets a 23hp bump in power to 390hp and 520 Newtons metres of torque.
The refreshed C200 is endowed with better pothole absorption capabilities with Agility Control Suspension.
Safety-wise the C300 gets 7 airbags, PRE-SAFE, blind spot monitoring, and the usual array of Anti Lock Brakes and Vehicle Stability Control.
It is also equipped with a 10.25 inch centre screen and touch pad controls with haptic feedback. It also gets Active Parking Assist, full LED headlights and Keyless Go.
The C300 is packed with more features such as Airmatic suspension, 19- inch five twin-spoke AMG wheels, intelligent headlight, panoramic roof.
It also gets an additional driver assist feature, Lane Keeping Assist.
Price of the C300 AMG starts sat 304,888.
The range-topping C43 AMG which is priced at RM421,888 greets more kit to make it a believable junior supercar in a sedan body.
The AMG Ride Control suspension plays a crucial role in giving the car a compliant ride even on rough surfaces whilst the Dynamic Select function really does create a different character for different situations.
It also comes with a sports exhaust system that allows drivers to enjoy a more throaty note.