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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a sport. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $59,990 for the base variant and topping out at $159,000 for the AMG variant.
There are 7 variants of the C-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in mid-2001.
The 2001 C-Class was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz C-Class include 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder supercharger (105kW/220Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder supercharger (120kW/240Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder supercharger (141kW/260Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (95kW/190Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder (95kW/185Nm), 2.0L in-line 4-cylinder supercharger (120kW/230Nm), 2.3L in-line 4-cylinder supercharger (145kW/280Nm), 2.6L v6 (125kW/240Nm), 3.2L v6 (160kW/310Nm) and 3.2L v6 supercharger (260kW/450Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $59,990 - $159,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $59,990 - $159,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback or Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Available Variants
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being AMG.
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Power to Weight
70.37 - 159.02 kW/t
60.42 kW/t
165.19 kW/t
Boot Space
455 litres
310 litres
455 litres
Warranty (Years)
1 - 2 years
1 year
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 4 years
3 years
5 years
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Base
2025
$95,200
Sport Edition
2025
$97,200
Night Edition
2024
$98,700
Base
2024
$108,900
Year
2025
2024
Engine Type
1.5L Mhev
2.0L Mhev
2.0L Phev
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Number of Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
Maximum Power
150 kW
190 kW
230 kW
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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Dimensions
4,343 mm
1,728 mm
1,406 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,343 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,728 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,406 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,715 mm |
| Load Capacity | 425 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the base variant that starts from $59,990.
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG variant that starts from $159,000.
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz C-Class is 1500 kg offered by the following variants: Base, Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde.
See all Mercedes-Benz C-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the Classic variant which measures 1728mm wide, 4526mm in length and sits 1427mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG variant which has 260kW of power and 450nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz C-Class is the AMG variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2115 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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