No more dynamic form of celebrating the invention of the automobile. With the launch of attractive C-Class coupe, Mercedes-Benz explodes into a new market segment in the 125 th anniversary of the company and provides the first compact coupe classic. Sports and youth model two-door launched worldwide in the Geneva Motor Show in early March, and reaching customers from June. The new model assumes garde technique of the new generation C-Class, introduced recently, and dressed in robes expressive coupe. The most pure driving enjoyment is linked to an efficiency issue, so the new model is ideal to meet the expectations of the client group of 35 to 45 years, combining professional success with the joy of living and a large environmental liability . "With this expansion of the portfolio of C-Class models we consciously went to new customers," said Joachim Schmidt, head of Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Cars. "The new model is young, dynamic and stylish. A great offer to enter the world of Mercedes-Benz coupes a particularly sporty. " Design: Dynamic and classic coupé proportions In side view, the new coupe is fascinating with its compact proportions and low silhouette (height is 41 millimeters lower than the sedan), with strong shoulders, a rear pillar trim and the classic design of three volumes. The coupe features are typical of short front overhang, long hood, windshield and roof steep slope stylized. The top of the carrier extends beyond the rear axle, and rear window very stretched position marks the transition to short and sporty rear. Unlike the rising belt-line wedge-shaped, leaving no doubt of his kinship with the C-Class sedan, the sharp curvature onto the rear end is an entirely autonomous in its last section, trim the waistline rises and reaches an extreme angle to join with the trim of the roof line. This feature not only puts a sporty finishing touch to the profile of side windows, but also reinforces the powerful shoulders of the coupe with outdated surface at the base of rear pillar.
Front and behind: a coupe of race, a typical Class C The front of the new coupé takes present features of Class C, adding their own touches. At first glance shows the dominance of the radiator grille, which is based optically on the bumper at its core. The central opening for air expands to the top and is the stylistic basis of the radiator grille design of two lamas as befits a coupe. With chrome slats extend from the central star to the right and left, stretching outward and giving the front features a sporty look markedly horizontal. In the front of the vehicle aflechada form predominates. This tip continues to finish on the sides, which extend below the headlights down to the waist line side, thus attaching the front with the sides of the vehicle. The low position of the side openings for air in the bumper with integrated daytime running lights horizontal stresses stability optically coupe. The way of clear glass headlights gives it a dynamic air and enhances the finish on the front end with hood, radiator grille and bumper coating. The rear of the new C-Class coupe is short and sporty. The flowing lines of the roof above the rear axle with the rear window heavily weighted and dynamic rear pillar optically reduce its length. A wide bevel on the top of the trunk lid comes from the side wall and enhances the compactness of the rear. The rear lights mounted on very separate position, further enhances the vehicle width. The LEDs flashing lights seem to be suspended in the center, in front of the bright bands of red LEDs, and gives depth to the rear lights. The continuous horizontal edges of the bumper accentuate the width of the coupe. A diffuser located at the bottom of the rear bumper, between the trim of the exhaust, provides a more light to the rear and a distinctly sporty and dynamic air vehicle. The passenger compartment highest quality with unique color accents The instrument panel features a rugged, sporty and high quality. Three rings tubular galvanized surface directed towards the driver attesting to the sporting character of the new model. The coupe comes standard with the new generation of steering wheels with three spokes with chrome central radio, launched the new CLS. The surfaces of the control elements are detailed and galvanized. The molding step on the instrument panel also includes the central display and runs as a discrete ridge to the passenger side. The central air vents and diffusers trapezoidal round on the outside have galvanized frames. In the control panel of communication and information unit can recognize the new generation of telematics equipment with silver buttons bar. The combination of buttons with a matte surface, bright areas and a new thumb wheel stresses the value of the carrier printing. A particularly valuable dashboard trim is large, which rises in the central air diffuser, extending the passenger area and reaches the external air diffuser on the right side, highlighting the generous nature of the carrier . For the first time in the automotive, moldings Style Package and the Edition 1 is available in gloss lacquered effect "porcelain" that enhances the unique atmosphere of the interior of the coupe. Alternatively moldings are also available in black gloss effect, burr walnut crisp, dark aluminum and ash brown. The C-Class coupe is a true four-seater with comfortable seating comprehensive sports. The rear seatbacks can be folded as an option to extend the boot volume. The new generation of telematics: greater ease of use and attractive design In the C-Class Coupé uses the new generation of telematics equipment, which was released globally in the saloon and estate in this series. Some of the most important news is the greatest ease of operation, larger displays, transfer of the phonebook, SMS display, music playback with Bluetooth ® Wireless and USB interface (now in the central armrest). The multimedia system COMAND Online offers the first Internet connection. Customers can freely browse the Internet in the vehicle is stopped or access an online portal Mercedes-Benz that loads pages very quickly and can be handled easily, even while driving. Among the services provided by that site are the weather and special destination search on Google, and the ability to download a route previously configured on the PC with the help of Google Maps and sent to the vehicle. PILOT Becker ® MAP is an easier navigation system based on the basic core unit Audio 20 CD, which is also available for retrofitting. Its advantages over other commercially available solutions are, among others, integrated management through the driver of the vehicle and display the Audio 20 CD, accommodation in the glovebox (hidden) and the ability to update through a Internet portal.
Propulsion: high power, low consumption Three petrol engines and two diesel groups dealing with power boost to the C-Class coupe All are fitted with direct injection and the role of ECO start / stop. All boast the distinctive engines BlueEFFICIENCY, which proves to be particularly efficient and ecological. The automatic transmission-equipped models have the seven-speed automatic transmission 7G-TRONIC PLUS (standard on petrol models C 250 and C 350). The C 220 CDI diesel variant and C 250 CDI and the basic version of petrol C 180, carry a six-speed manual gearbox as standard. The range-topping engine is the V6 petrol group C 350 BlueEFFICIENCY with the injection procedure BlueDIRECT efficient. This engine develops 225 kW (306 hp) and 370 Nm with an average consumption of 6.8 litres/100 km. Models working four-cylinder gasoline direct injection and turbocharger and are characterized by their great performance and exemplary fuel consumption. The more austere the coupe model is the C 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY with six-speed manual gearbox and the role of ECO start-stop standard. This vehicle has an average consumption of 4.4 liters of diésel/100 km. This is equivalent to 117 grams of CO2 per kilometer and is therefore exempt from registration tax. The C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY is satisfied with 4.9 liters of diésel/100 km over a combined cycle, equivalent to CO2 emissions of 128 grams per kilometer. Chassis: agile handling and high comfort The standard undercarriage AGILITY CONTROL harmonizes perfectly with the dynamic coupé engines. Is based on a selective damping system: if the driver chooses a normal driving style with small pulses in shock, automatically reduce damping forces, which significantly increases the ride comfort, without sacrificing safety. However, if pulses are seen higher in the buffers, resulting for example from a dynamic cornering maneuvers or abrupt lane change activates the maximum damping force to stabilize the vehicle. The AGILITY CONTROL chassis is completed by the steering rack. As optional equipment provides a parametric with variable assist steering and constant gear ratio gear. Guided precision wheels: front axle and three-arm multilink rear axle The front axle follows a three-spoke design with telescopic joint McPherson. The lower level of arms consists of two individual elements forged aluminum assuming the role of a brace and a cross arm. The third leg of the front axle is the tie rod, which connects the wheels to the steering gear, arranged in transverse position. Reinforced stabilizer is attached to the telescopic joint, which take an active role in guiding the front wheels. In the multi-link rear axle, the wheel is subjected to five independent arms with elastic supports limiting five of six possibilities of movement in space. Thanks to this sophisticated construction, the rear axle can only move in one direction, corresponding to compression and controlled expansion of the suspension. In addition to the undercarriage fitted as standard AGILITY CONTROL, the coupe is available as an option with a sports chassis lowered by 15 millimeters and shorter stiffer springs, stiffer shocks and torsion bars, stabilizer extended section. Sports parametric direction is also part of this team.
Systems, driver assistance, warn and intervene The C-Class coupe offers ample safety equipment including seven airbags, belt tensioners and force limiters on all seats tension. Among the air bags that deploy in milliseconds in case of accidents include front and side airbags for driver and passenger, a knee airbag for driver and head airbags. The protection system consists of lateral head airbags and side thorax airbag can be adapted exactly the protective effect to every part of the body. To also protect other road users, the Coupe includes an active bonnet to protect pedestrians from aluminum. The coupe assists and protects the driver with many systems of driving assistance from the warning system to fatigue ATTENTION ASSIST distance regulation DISTRONIC PLUS. These systems use the most advanced radar, cameras and sensors and are focused on the most frequent causes of accidents (poor separation from the preceding vehicle, excessive fatigue, dark). Some systems, driver assistance only warn the driver to dangerous situations, while others are active. They are: - ABS Antilock Brake System - Automatic Road lights - Detector active lane change - Active control of blind - ATTENTION ASSIST - DISTRONIC PLUS incl. BAS PLUS - Electronic Stability Program ESP ® - Automatic connection of the headlights - Speedometer limit - ILS Intelligent Light System - Guided PARKTRONIC for parking - PRE-SAFE ® - PRE-SAFE ® Brake - Lane Change Detector - Blind Spot Monitoring The C-Class coupe will be launched from June 2011.
