2003 Mercedes-Benz C200 reviews and
buying guide.
2003
Mercedes-Benz C200 resources:
2003 Mercedes-Benz C200-Class
The 2003 Mercedes C200 series, a subset of the C-Class,
have the three least powered, or perhaps, least high-powered,
cars in the extensive Mercedes-Benz stable. It includes
the 2003Kompressor Sports Coupe, which has a startlingly
powerful 1.8-liter with some tricks up its sleeve, the
2003 C-240 Sedan and the 2003 C240 Sport Wagon, which
share the same 2.6-liter V6powerplant.
This series of cars is designed to accessible to a
wider range of customer than the other Mercedes lines.
However, they are nevertheless packed with a high level
of technological innovation, a solid selection of standard
equipment and a broad range of exclusive Mercedes optional
add-ons.
Under the Hood
The 1.8-liter 16-valvedohc V6 in the C230Kompressor
pumps out 189 hp at 5800 rpm and has 192 lb-ft of torque
at 3500 to 5000 rpm, because it is supercharged andintercooled.
The C240 line has a 2.6-liter V6. This engine puts
out 168hp at 5700rpm, 177lb-ft of torque and is teamed,
as in the C230, with an aggressive 6-speed manual transmission
or a sophisticated 5-speed automatic. The 5-speed automatic
has two reverse gears and a winter mode feature for
added maneuverability on takeoff in snow or ice. An
optional feature is a driver-adaptive electronic 5-speed
with Touch Shift, which allows the driver to manually
shift by nudging the shift lever left or right from
the Drive position.
Both active and passive safety enhancements are in
place on all C-Class cars. Active safety includes such
items as Antilock Brakes with Brake Assist, the Electronic
Stability Program antiskid/traction control system and
8 standard airbags including dual front, side impact
and head protection curtains.
Standard Features, Options Packages
and Style
The features and options available for the C-Class
are as advanced and sophisticated as the engine, performance
and safety features. Standards fittings include cruise
control, automatic climate control, heated power mirrors
with turn signals, power windows and door locks and
remote keyless entry using theSmartkey system.
Electronic systems include AM/FM/weatherband/cassette,
trip computer, outside-temperature indicator and a universal
garage-door opener, automatic headlights, and much
more.
Optional add-ons include details like wood interior
trim or a "Distronic" radar system that maintains
a constant distance with the car in front.
2009 Mercedes Pricing:
2009 Mercedes-benz C-class car prices - dealer cost
2010 Pricing:
2010 Mercedes-benz C-class car prices - dealer cost
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