Information about New Cars

DaimlerChrysler maker of Mercedes cars and calibre Mercedes cut light guard will present its fourth generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan in an official North American debut at the upcoming New York International Auto Show which will open to the public starting April 6 to 15, 2007 at the biochemist Javits Convention Center in Manhattan. The next-generation 2008 C-Class sedan is slightly larger than its successful predecessor and was prefabricated even more agile, comfortable and safe.

The appearance of the new mid-size C-Class reveals the latest Mercedes design saying that is characterized by the edgy interplay of taut lines with wide and rounded surfaces. The revised suspension and steering of the new C-Class makes it more agile along with a new slick-shifting six-speed manual transmission for the C300 Sport model.

For the US market the new C-Class will be launched this start with three V6-powered models videlicet the C350 Sport, the C300 Luxury, and the C300 Sport. Both the C300 Sport and Luxury models will be acquirable with an all new 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system that is mated to a seven-speed transmission. Standard equipment includes a power sunroof, eight-way power front seats with lumbar support, two-zone automatic climate control, 17-inch wheels, Bluetooth connectivity and a central controller with a seven-inch display screen.

Here is the list of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Preliminary Technical Data:

C300, C300 4MATIC; C350

Vehicle type – Four-door, five passenger sedan

Body – Steel unit body; aluminum front fenders, doors hood and trunk lid

Aerodynamic drag (Cd) – 0.29, 0.30

Frontal area (sq. ft. / m2) – 2.17, 2.18

Engine – 90-degree V6

Material – Aluminum block and cylinder heads; iron cylinder liners

Valve design – Four valves per cylinder

Valvetrain – Double overhead camshaft per cylinder bank;

Duplex chain driven; variable valve timing

Intake System – Two-stage intake manifold, tumble flaps

Fuel System – Sequential multi-point electronic fuel injection

Ignition System – One centrally mounted spark plug

and ignition coil per cylinder

Emission controls – Internal EGR, secondary air injection,

Two three-way catalytic converters with linear oxygen sensors

Displacement (cu. In./cc) – 182.7 / 2996, 213.5 / 3498

Bore (in./mm) – 3.46 / 88.0, 3.66 / 92.9

Stroke (in./mm) – 3.23 / 82.1, 3.39 / 86.0

Compression ratio – 11.1 : 1, 10.7 : 1

Horsepower (SAE @ rpm) – 228 @ 6,000, 268 @ 6,000

Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm) – 221 @ 2,700 – 5,000, 258 @ 2,400 – 5,000

Max. engine speed – 6,500, 6,700

Automatic Transmission – Seven-speed, adaptive shift logic and Touch Shift

Manual Transmission – Six-Speed (RWD C300 Sport only)

Mercedes Benz has long been regarded as one of the leaders in luxury motoring, not only here in Australia, but around the world. The marque’s impeccable styling, construction and finish all testify to its well-earned reputation. But for many Australians, the dream of driving their very own Mercedes Benz has been just that, a dream. But this is changing, with the C-Class Mercedes Benz providing a more inexpensive entry into the world of luxury motoring.

The Mercedes Benz C-Class has now been acquirable in Australia for several years and it has proven a very successful range. This success lies in its affordability, particularly in the C 180 and C 200 models. However, while these models are more affordable, they are Mercedes Benz through and through. There is still that meticulous attention to detail both inside and out.

The C-Class is acquirable in coupe, estate and sedan body types. The coupe has a sporty body shape and is acquirable in the C 180, C 200 and C 230. You can purchase a brand new automobile in the C 180 coupe for just a tiny over $55,000. Now while that might still sound like a lot of money, remember, you are getting a real Mercedes Benz! If you want the higher end C 230 coupe, anticipate to pay around $74,000. For this price, you’ll get a 2.5 litre V6 outputting a respectable 150 kw.

If the coupe is not a practical option for you, then the C 180 sedan will set you back around $58,000 while the C 230 Elegance will cost around $78,000 for a brand new car.

If you still find the brand new C-Class a tiny out of your price range, then you might wish to think about a pre-loved, used car. Look for a used automobile that has been serviced regularly by an authorised Mercedes Benz dealer. When you inspect any used car, ensure that the interior’s finish has no real problems and make sure all the electrics are in good working order. It’s always worth getting an inspection from an authorised Mercedes Benz dealership when considering a used car. Also, try to go for the supercharged model as the older non-supercharged 4 cylinder models are a tiny absent in the acceleration department.

So, if you want the prestige of driving a luxury German car, take a look at the C-Class, your neighbours certainly will when you pull into your driveway in your very own Mercedes!