Mercedes-Benz New C-Class 1997-2022 C 200 CGI Avantgarde

New C-Class 1997-2022 C 200 CGI Avantgarde Review

Mercedes Benz C Class is a highly acclaimed luxury saloon available in the car market. It is available with petrol and diesel engine options for the buyers to choose from. The Mercedes Benz C Class C 200 CGI Avantgarde is the entry level variant in the series that is powered by a 1.8-litre petrol power plant that unleashes a maximum power of 186bhp in combination with a peak torque of 285Nm. This paradise on wheels has a captivating interior design and ample seating space for at least five passengers. Its interiors are further bestowed with exclusive AVANTGRADE aspects like ARTICO upholstery, media interface, and aluminum inserts. This variant comes equipped with several advanced comfort features including Parktronic including parking guidance system along with attention assist system and adjustable front seats with a memory package. Coming to the appearance, it has a sleekly structured boy design that is further equipped with signature styling aspects like panoramic glass roof, 5-twin spoke alloy wheels and LED daytime running lights. It is available with exterior paint options including Polar White, Obsidian Black, Palladium Silver, Dolomite Brown and Iridium Silver. This vehicle competes with the likes of Audi A6, BMW 5-Series and Jaguar XF in the Indian automobile market.

Exteriors:

As said above, this trim has a lustrous body structure that is fitted with signature AVANTGARDE features. To begin with its front profile, it has a radiant headlight cluster that comes incorporated with xenon headlamps along with LED daytime running lights and turn indicators. The radiator grille looks very attractive owing to the three horizontally positioned louvres that are further embossed with company's logo. Its front bumper is in body color and is equipped with a pair of perforated air ducts and a large air dam. Its air ducts are further fitted with LED fog lights, which further amplifies the front facade. Its side profile has an expressive structure owing to its neatly crafted wheel arches. They have been fitted with a set of 17-inch alloy wheels that are further covered with high tubeless radial tyres of size 225/45 R17. Its door handles along with wing mirrors have body paint while the B pillars have glossy black shade. Furthermore, there is a chrome embellishment given on the window sill surround that enhances its elegance. Coming to the rear, its taillight cluster is elegantly equipped with LED brake lights and turn indicators . The boot lid looks very sleek and it houses a license plate console along with a chrome plated strip. The rear bumper has a dual toned look owing to its black colored protective cladding that gives it a rugged appeal.

Interiors:

This variant has a magnificent interior cabin that is done up in a black color scheme. However, customers can switch to black and almond beige color scheme, which further emphasizes the luxury of interiors. It comes with structured aluminum inserts given on dashboard, central console and on door panels. The front seats are ergonomically that are electrically adjustable and has memory setting as well. The rear seats are fully foldable, which contributes towards increasing the boot volume. The front central console has individual armrests along with a storage compartment and a gearbox console. The dashboard is sleekly structured and is incorporated with an advanced instrument panel along with an infotainment system and AC unit . The three spoke steering wheel has been wrapped with leather and is equipped with mounted switches for audio and phone. There are quite a few utility aspects provided inside the cabin like a cooled glove box, adjustable head restraints, storage nets in passenger's side footwell, accessory power sockets and cup holders.

Engine and Performance:

This luxury saloon is powered by a 1.8-litre, in-line petrol engine that comes with latest direct fuel injection technology. It is based on a DOHC valve configuration with 4-cylinders and 16 valves that displaces 1796cc . This mill has the ability to produce a peak power of about 186bhp at 5600rpm in combination with a mammoth torque output of 285Nm between 2400 to 4000rpm. This power plant is mated with a sophisticated 7G Tronic seven speed automatic transmission gearbox that sends the torque output to the rear wheels. It can break the 100 Kmph speed barrier from a standstill in just 8.8 seconds and can achieve a top speed of 230 Kmph.

Braking and Handling:

All the wheels have been fitted with a set of internally ventilated and perforated brake discs that are further loaded with superior brake calipers. This superior braking mechanism is enhanced by anti-lock braking system in combination with emergency brake assist . Additionally, it is incorporated with electronic stability program and acceleration skid control, which improves the agility of this saloon. On the other hand, its front axle is equipped with 3-link McPherson Strut whereas the rear axle is equipped with an independent multi-link system. Both these axles are further loaded with coil springs and torsion bars. This saloon is also integrated with a speed sensitive steering system, which offers good response and reduces the efforts required by driver.

Comfort Features:

This Mercedes Benz C Class C 200 CGI Avantgarde is the entry level variant, but it still gets some innovative comfort features. It is equipped with a THERMATIC automatic climate control unit including separate air vents for rear passengers that regulates air temperature inside. This variant has a list of comfort features including ECO start and stop button, electrically adjustable front seats with memory package, 4-way lumbar support for front seats, leather steering wheel with multi-functional buttons , sun blinds for rear doors, armrests in rear with twin cup holders and a stowage box under passenger seat. Apart from these, it has map pockets, all four power windows with one touch operation, smoker package, ashtray and lockable glove box unit with illumination.

Safety Features:

This variant has been equipped with several active and restraint safety features, which provides enhanced protection to the occupants inside. The list includes an Attention assist system, adaptive brakes with ABS, advanced parking guidance, tyre pressure loss warning and seat occupancy for front passenger seat . It also has adaptive dual-zone airbags for front passengers, ISOFIX child seat attachment points in rear, adjustable head restraints, central locking system and an engine immobilizer device with 'ELCODE' locking system.

Pros:

1. Innovative comfort features are a big advantage.

2. Interior design and space is quite impressive.

Cons:

1. Fuel economy can be improved.

2. Initial cost of ownership is quite expensive.