***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Class***

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Which car? The C320 CDI? I've only driven the W203 C320 CDI. Here's the review: Re: ***Testdrove the 2005 Mercedes-Benz C320 CDI Avantgarde*** (Pictures & Review) - Pure Luxury - Car and Driver Forums

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

I was thinking about the 220cdi and its refinement as I was expecting the outcome of 66/67db at 130km/h but looks like it was far to optimistic

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

The C220 CDI at cruising speed is quite quiet. The only time you hear the diesel engine is if you're giving a little gas or a kickdown. I didn't find those few occassions to be dissapointing in the least regard. To me, the C220 CDI at kickdown sounds almost like a V8 Muscle Car, almost. :eek2:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

again, this is very subjective observation and as you form an opinion on such, I will give you mine. BMW 320d touring on run-flat tyres that I drive very often is quieter at cruising speed.

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

I have the same to say about the C220 CDI. At cruising speed, I couldn't hear much. I've never driven or ridden in a BMW 320d, so I can't comment on that though.

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Hi i need help i was planning to replace my c270cdi with a c320cdi but now with my budget and all the extras i want i dont think i can buy a 320cdi,,,for those who can help me please to tell me whetehr the new 220cdi is compared to the old 270 cdi power wise please do advise me and tell me what you think..thank you i advance

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Hi Fortuner,

The current C220 CDI has 170-horsepower, which is on par with the old W203 C270 CDI. There might be a diesel option inbetween the current C220 CDI and C320 CDI, namely the C280 CDI.

I suppose for your needs a C220 CDI should be sufficient, especially since it has 170-horsepower and is generally a quick car. Hope this helps. :t-cheers:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

hi thanks for the reply,,,

here in s.a we only get a 220 or 320 cdi

i wanted the power but my budget wont allow it

i used my 270 for 2 years it was good power without being amazing,,,but i was happy with the power i no you tested the 220cdi and just wanna no if you drove a old 270 what u feel which is quicker and so on ,,,

also i read a few people say the auto changes are slow and that the engine is not refined whats your view

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

If you want power, the C220 CDI does a pretty good job. It's not blissteringly fast like the C320 CDI, but it's basically on par with the old C270 CDI now (which I have also testdriven). Essentially you're getting a car with the same (or better) performance as your old C270 CDI, but with improved fuel economy ratings and build quality and handling.

I found the C220 CDI to be quite refined. The engine can still be heard, but it's not that loud and once you're sitting inside the car, the cabin does a good job of keeping most exterior noises outside where they belong.

I cannot relate to the 5-speed automatic transmission "shifting slow", because I experienced the complete opposite. The shifts are perfectly fine and shift changes are quite quick. There is however a slight delay at low speeds when you do a kickdown or press the accelerator. We're talking speeds under 40 km/h, I think I explained it in one of the videos.

Hope this helps. :t-cheers:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Hey thank you so much..

yes i have read your details and decided to go with a c220cdi avtgarde,,,just deciding between silver and white....

i must thank u for being very helpfull lovely to have mb fans like you

i will only get my car by september its gonna be a long long wait for me.......

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Glad I could be of assistance. I would personally go with white - if the resale value is not affected by this. Here in Germany it is nearly impossible to sell a white luxury car on the used car market.

Spotted this in Munich a few days ago. :t-cheers:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

well in sa white are easy to sell so i am going for a avt garde white with grey int and command ,auto,sunroof

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

How about the palladium Silver? Any idea why MB mentioned it as special metallic paint.

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

has anyone got a pic of pallidium silver

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

I couldn't find a Palladium Silver C-Class, but this color here ain't bad either. :t-cheers:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

WOW i cannot Wait till this Comes out in the US!... im going to get one for sure.. im 6'2 and about 280 pounds... and i barely fit the Current C-class i hope they strectched out this car for i can fit jut as perfect:t-drive:

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

I am 6'4" and I fit perfectly upfront. Only when you have people in the back do you have to move the driver's chair up front a bit so they can have some decent legspace, especially if they're tall people. If you drive the car alone or with a front co-passenger, you'll be fine.

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

nice review cawimmer , very nice, sweet car , im really liking this car more and more , even tho i wasnt very impressed when i first saw the press release pictures , i am still waiting to see this car IRL, my brother have seen it allready in the streets and he told me that it looks many times better IRL , so im gonna try to visit the dealler sometime this month and take a test drive...

btw musdaloose by the time u save some money to get the new c-class hit the gym and lose some weight it will make ur life easier lol j/k

Re: ***Wimmer Officially Testdrives the W204 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Avantgarde C-Clas

Thanks Moss.

You need to see it in real life - it's a stunner, especially in Avantgarde trim. :bowdown: