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The 2001 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 3-door Coupe that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is regarded as a sport built in Germany with prices starting at $68,000 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz C-Class is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 95 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 190 Nm of torque (at 4000 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 62L fuel tank
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class measures 1406mm (55.4 inches) in height, 4343mm (171.0 inches) in length, 1728mm (68.0 inches) in width with a 2715mm (106.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1445kg (3185.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The C-Class Base comes standard with 205/55 R16 front tyres and 205/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
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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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Dimensions
4,343 mm
1,728 mm
1,406 mm
| 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 |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz C-Class Features & Specs
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.9
Engine (cc): 1998
Compression Ratio: 10.6
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 78.7
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 9.5
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 25
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 9.5
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 207
Maximum Speed (mph): 129
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 129
Maximum Power (kW): 95
Maximum Torque (Nm): 190
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 205
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 205
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Coupe
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanized
Spoiler
Location: Trunk/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1100
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 10.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 310
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 58.8
Front Track (mm): 1493
Overall Height (in): 55.4
Overall Height (mm): 1406
Overall Length (in): 171
Overall Length (mm): 4343
Overall Width (in): 68
Overall Width (mm): 1728
Rear Track (in): 57.6
Rear Track (mm): 1464
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.3
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10760
Wheelbase (in): 106.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2715
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.5
Front Headroom (mm): 979
Rear Headroom (in): 36.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 922
Front Hip Room (in): 55.1
Front Hip Room (mm): 1400
Rear Hip Room (in): 53.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1364
Front Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1341
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 51.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1312
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 720
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1587
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1870
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4123
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1445
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3186
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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