Segment: Compact
Production years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
In 2018, Mercedes-AMG facelifted the C-Class range, and that meant that apart from the sedan, the long-roof version also received a well-deserved update.
Even though Mercedes-AMG produced several models that were different from those manufactured by Mercedes-Benz, it still had a few models that were based on regular three-pointed-star vehicles. One example is the C-Class, which was also empowered by AMG in a few versions. One of them was the C43, available as a sedan or as a station wagon, named T-Model.
With a precise strategy, Mercedes-AMG introduced an update for the 2014 C 43 four years after the model's introduction. Thus, the front fascia received a twin-louver design with the big three-pointed star badge in the middle. On the lower side of the bumper, the A-shaped lower intake was flanked by two functional air intakes needed to cool the brakes. For the headlights, AMG opted for a unique design, with smoked glass and a single-line LED. The car's profile revealed the same long-roof shape as on the non-facelifted version, with a roof spoiler mounted atop the tailgate.
The interior received more carbon-fiber trims on the dashboard, center console, center stack, and door cards. Like any other AMG car, the C43 T-Model featured high-bolstered bucket seats at the front. Since it was a station wagon, it sported a split-folding rear bench that was profiled mostly for two passengers, even though it featured three headrests.
AMG installed its already famous 3.0-liter V6, direct fuel-injected powerplant also featured on the 2014 model, but it went through some changes. The most significant was the increased power, which reached 385 hp (390 PS). Like its non-facelifted sibling, the C43 4Matic T-Model sent the torque in all corners via a nine-speed (dual-clutch) automatic transmission.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.0 V6 4MATIC 9AT (390 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2996 cm3 |
Power: | 286.8 KW @ 6100 RPM 390 HP @ 6100 RPM 385 BHP @ 6100 RPM |
Torque: | 384 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 RPM 520 Nm @ 2500-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | AMG Speedshift TCT 9G |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Solid Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/40 R19 // 245/35 R19 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 185.1 in (4702 mm) |
Width: | 71.3 in (1811 mm) |
Height: | 56.8 in (1443 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 111.8 in (2840 mm) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3880 lbs (1760 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5115 lbs (2320 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 21.4 mpg US (11 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 35.1 mpg US (6.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 220 g/km |