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1.8L, 5-speed auto, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, RWD
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Classic (2003) price & specs
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Overview
The 2003 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Classic is a rear-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon 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 $67,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz C-Class is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 120 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 240 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class measures 1466mm (57.7 inches) in height, 4541mm (178.8 inches) in length, 1728mm (68.0 inches) in width with a 2715mm (106.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1580kg (3483.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The C-Class Classic comes standard with 195/65 R15 front tyres and 195/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
69.08 - 159.02 kW/t
69.08 kW/t
159.02 kW/t
Boot Space
455 - 470 litres
315 litres
470 litres
Price
$52,800 - $150,900
$49,950
$150,900
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
4,541 mm
1,728 mm
1,466 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,541 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,728 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,466 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,760 mm |
| Load Capacity | 485 mm |
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Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Electric
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Supercharger
Engine
Bore Engine: 82
Engine (cc): 1796
Compression Ratio: 9.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 85
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
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
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 39
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 9.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 25
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 9.5
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 163
Maximum Power (kW): 120
Maximum Torque (Nm): 240
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
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: Plastic
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
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Front Covers: Full
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Rear Covers: Full
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Alloy
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Location: Roof
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons (in): 40.8
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons: 1037
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 48.9
Rear Seat Down (L): 1384
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 470
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10760
Front Track (in): 58.8
Front Track (mm): 1493
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.3
Overall Height (in): 57.7
Overall Height (mm): 1466
Overall Length (in): 178.8
Overall Length (mm): 4541
Overall Width (in): 68
Overall Width (mm): 1728
Rear Track (in): 57.6
Rear Track (mm): 1464
Wheelbase (in): 106.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2715
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38
Rear Headroom (mm): 964
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
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
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
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): 725
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1598
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2065
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4553
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1580
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3483
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Automatic Reverse: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Tape Logic Deck: yes
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
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 Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
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: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Leather
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
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Active Carbon Filter: yes
Automatic Recirculation: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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