Previewed in Malaysia since 2023, the Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC has finally been launched with a price tag of RM443,888. It adds a third option to the W206 C-Class body, now joining the likes of the Mercedes-Benz C200 and the Mercedes-Benz C350e.
Based on the W206’s underpinnings, the Mercedes-AMG C43’s highlight is its beefier performance. The heart of the car is a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that can output 408 hp at 6,750 rpm and 500 Nm at 5,500 rpm. The C43’s powertrain is a 48V mild hybrid (MHEV) which means the 2.0-litre turbocharged mill gets assistance from an integrated starter generator (ISG). The ISG provides a boost of 14 hp. As for its transmission, the C43 uses a 9-speed AMG Speedshift multi-clutch gearbox.
With all systems working harmoniously, the C43 is capable of a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h. To stop, the C43 is equipped with 4-piston callipers at the front and 1-piston callipers at the back. The C43 also gets an adaptive damping system for its suspension as well as rear-axle steering.
Singing the tune of the 2.0-litre turbocharged mill is an AMG exhaust system that features an exhaust gas flap. This allows for varying exhaust tunes depending on the selected drive mode.
In case you were a bit more curious about the C43’s technicalities, here is a quick overview:
- Engine: 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder (M139L)
- Engine maximum power output: 408 hp (300 kW) @6,750 rpm
- Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) power: 14 hp
- Rated torque: 500 Nm @5,500 rpm
- Transmission: 9-speed AMG Speedshift Automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive (AWD)
- 0-100 km/h: 4.6 seconds
- Top Speed: 250 km/h (electronically limited)
To hint at its high-performance nature, the Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC gets the expected AMG kit on the outside. This includes the 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels, the Mercedes-AMG exterior kit, AMG spoiler lip, silver brake callipers, and the signature Panamericana grille.
Other standard exterior equipments on the C43 include the brand’s Digital Light system, Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, and the projected lighting system which shows the tri-star logo.
As for the exterior equipment that actually matters, here is a quick overview:
- Front & Rear suspension: AMG Ride Control suspension with aluminium double wishbones, anti-squat and anti-dive control, lightweight coil springs and stabiliser bar as well as Adaptive Damping System
- Front brakes: 4-piston callipers, 370 mm internally ventilated and perforated discs
- Rear brakes: 1-pixton callipers, 320 mm discs
Climb inside, and the C43 gets the typical AMG treatment. This includes items like the AMG Performance steering wheel, AMG carbon fibre trims, AMG floor mats, AMG seats, and the AMG exclusive head unit functions. Also equipped in the C43 is the floating dual-screen setup with a 12.3-inch screen for the driver display and an 11.9-inch screen for the head unit.
Naturally, the head unit gets the latest MBUX system and wireless phone connectivity (Android Auto and Apple CarPlay). The entertainment played via the head unit is transmitted via a Burmester 3D surround sound system.
In the safety department, the C43 is well-equipped with advanced safety systems. This includes items like the Driving Assistant Plus package, active distance Distronic, and active parking assist with Parktronic.
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