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AMG
Overview
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Coupe that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970 classified as a C204. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is regarded as a sports car built in Germany with prices starting at $156,900 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz C-Class is powered by a 6.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 336 kW of power (at 6800 rpm) and 600 Nm of torque (at 5000 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the C-Class AMG uses 12.1L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 283g of CO2. It has a 66L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 545km per full tank
It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
75.66 - 194.22 kW/t
70 kW/t
235.19 kW/t
Boot Space
450 litres
112 litres
455 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.1 - 12.1 L/100km
4.7 L/100km
12.7 L/100km
Vehicle Range
545 - 1,294 km
496 km
1,383 km
Price
$58,600 - $156,900
$23,390
$189,135
Warranty (Years)
3 years
1 year
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
20,000 km
Unlimited
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Dimensions
1,406 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Height | 1,406 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 430 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore Mercedes-Benz C-Class Features & Specs
Cruise Control
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 283
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 102.2
Engine (cc): 6208
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M 156 E63
Engine (L): 6.2
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 94.6
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 545
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 339
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 11.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 33
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 5.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 18.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 15
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 13
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.1
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 457
Maximum Power (kW): 336
Maximum Torque (Nm): 600
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 18
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: C204
Spoiler
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Colour: Toned
Location: Boot/Hatch
Trunk/Hatch Spoiler Type: lip
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 450
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11100
Front Track (in): 61.8
Front Track (mm): 1569
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 36.4
Overall Height (in): 55.4
Overall Height (mm): 1406
Rear Track (in): 60.0
Rear Track (mm): 1525
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Wheelbase (mm): 2760
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.1
Front Headroom (mm): 1019
Rear Headroom (in): 35.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 901
Front Hip Room (in): 56.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1443
Rear Hip Room (in): 52.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1335
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1372
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 50.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1278
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
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
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2160
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4762
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1730
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3814
Audio System
Brand Name: Harman/Kardon
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood & Leather
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20080122
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: C200 Cdi 4sa
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Blind Spot Assist
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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