Safety, comfort, agility - these are the outstanding attributes of the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class just launched in Malta.
The saloon excels with a many-faceted product concept that meets the expectations of various customer target groups. With the avant-garde elegance and classic lines, Mercedes-Benz offers three individual models whose emphasis is on either comfort or agility, a spokesman for the importers said.
All model variants share the latest, state-of-the-art technology. This includes the newly-developed agility control package with situation-responsive shock absorber control, the intelligent light system with five different lighting functions and the PRE-SAFE® preventive occupant protection system. There is a choice of four- and six-cylinder engines with up to 13 per cent more output than the preceding model, accompanied by up and to six per cent lower fuel consumption.
With a length of 4,581 millimetres, the saloon is 55 millimetres longer than its predecessor. The body width has increased by 42 mm to 1,770 millimetres, and the wheelbase by 45 mm to 2,760 millimetres. These dimensions create the conditions for a generously sized interior, and, therefore, more comfort.
The design of the new C-Class is based on the modern Mercedes idiom, which reflects the technical superiority of automobiles bearing the star with taut lines and large, tranquil surfaces. The pronounced wedge-shape of the front end serves to emphasise attributes such as agility and performance. For the first time in a Mercedes saloon, the radiator grille is used as a distinguishing feature to position the model variants more clearly.
Three extended, horizontal louvres and a big centrally-positioned Mercedes star characterise the avant-garde model as a traditional design feature of sporty Mercedes models. Together with the sporty, high-quality appointments, this feature emphasises the youthful, agile appearance of this C-Class. This sporty presence can be enhanced even further with the AMG sports package, which includes striking front and rear aprons plus side skirts, the spokesman explained.