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Avantgarde
2L, 6-speed manual, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD
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$66,300â€
Avantgarde
Overview
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Avantgarde is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a 203 Series. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $66,300 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz C-Class is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 120 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 230 Nm of torque (at 2500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class measures 1426mm (56.1 inches) in height, 4526mm (178.2 inches) in length, 1728mm (68.0 inches) in width with a 2715mm (106.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1445kg (3185.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The C-Class Avantgarde comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
67.86 - 159.02 kW/t
57.69 kW/t
165.19 kW/t
Boot Space
455 - 470 litres
310 litres
470 litres
Price
$51,800 - $150,500
$41,750
$165,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 4 years
1 year
6 years
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Dimensions
4,526 mm
1,728 mm
1,426 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,526 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,728 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Load Capacity | 525 mm |
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Sales Data
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Compressor
Compressor: Supercharger
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.9
Engine (cc): 1998
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 78.7
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.8
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 41
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 11.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 11.5
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 5.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 163
Maximum Power (kW): 120
Maximum Torque (Nm): 230
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 455
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.3
Front Track (mm): 1505
Overall Height (in): 56.1
Overall Height (mm): 1426
Overall Length (in): 178.2
Overall Length (mm): 4526
Overall Width (in): 68
Overall Width (mm): 1728
Rear Track (in): 58.1
Rear Track (mm): 1476
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10760
Wheelbase (in): 106.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2715
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.1
Front Headroom (mm): 942
Rear Headroom (in): 36.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 938
Front Hip Room (in): 55.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1400
Rear Hip Room (in): 56
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1422
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1350
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 54.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1378
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 745
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1642
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1970
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4343
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1445
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3186
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Tape Logic Deck: yes
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 0
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 7
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Number: 1
Type: Integrated
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Dipping For Reverse: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Audio Media Storage Unit
Cassettes Type: Cassettes
CDs Type: Discs
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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