2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible Review

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible Review - It's a rare day when a car manufacturer draws out an exchangeable version of an auto prior to the coupe. Mercedes-Benz already introduced the portable C-Class Sports car in 2014, so it stood to reason that the convertible was quickly to comply with. Currently, at the Geneva Electric motor Show, we have actually finally come cycle as Mercedes starts its so-called "Year of Dreams" effort that consists of a horrible bunch of convertibles.

Trick among those brand-new decline tops is this brand-new C-Class Cabriolet. Unsurprisingly, the convertible is very similar to the Sports car-- nearly every fundamental measurement coincides, save for a 0.2-inch taller roofing system on the top drop. Or else, the cars are virtually the exact same, which goes with their design as well, which resembles the larger S-Class Coupe and also exchangeable, just reduced down a bit. Given how eye-catching the six-figure S-Class Cabriolet is, that's an advantage.


2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible Review

The only C-Class Cabrio roofing choice is a fabric soft top, which comes requirement in black yet can be bought in dark brown, dark blue or a bring dark red. The leading takes around 20 secs to shut digitally at quicken to 31 miles per hour. To keep owners warm when the top is dropped on cool days, all C-Class Cabriolet trim levels come common with the Airscarf attribute, which makes use of COOLING AND HEATING vents in the headrests to produce, well, a scarf of cozy air. A power deployable air diffuser called AirCap is also part of the plan.

Thus far, 2 exchangeable trim degrees have been marked for the United States-- the C300 Cabriolet and the Mercedes-AMG C43 Cabriolet. The C300 is powered by a 241-horsepower, four-cylinder engine, mated to either rear-wheel or all-wheel drivetrains. The C43 packs a 362-horsepower, six-cylinder engine, with standard AWD. Both autos obtain Benz's brand-new nine-speed transmission.

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible Review

There are a lot more differences in between C43 and C300 compared to can be discovered under the hood. The C43 includes aggressive styling qualities, a conventional sport suspension, bigger brakes, unique wheels and also a whole number of AMG-specific interior little bits. The C300 includes a cushy, optional air suspension configuration.

Just like both the car and also coupe, C-Class Cabriolet customers will have plenty of technology where to pick. The infomercial system can be updated to an 8.4-inch non-touchscreen infotainment system with navigating and also Wi-Fi hotspot capacity. Fans of limited hands-off driving can select Mercedes' remarkable Distronic suite of active security equipment, consisting of full-speed adaptive cruise ship control, street maintain aid and self-governing emergency braking.

Rates has not yet been revealed, yet the C300 goes on sale in the United States in late summer season, with the C43 hot on its tail in the fall.

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