C-Class (W204) Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate S204 (Official pics & info)
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The Mercedes-Benz W204 is the third generation of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The W204 platform was also used for the E-Class Coupé (C207). Model codes: W204 (sedan), S204 (station wagon / estate), C204 (coupé). Production: March 2007 – March 2014 (sedan), February 2007 – March 2014 (station wagon), 2011–2015 (coupé). Model years: 2008–2014, 2012–2015 (coupé)
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New benchmark figure: maximum load capacity of 1500 litres
During the concept phase for the new estate, the designers and engineers at Mercedes took the expectations of the brand's customers as their yardstick. Consequently, spaciousness, versatility and functionality were given top priority. Compared to its predecessor, the rear of the new estate is slanted far more steeply, a crucial factor for enlarging the vehicle's load volume. This now varies between 485 and 1500 litres (VDA measuring method), depending on the position of the 1/3 : 2/3 split-folding rear seat -- more than any of the model's rivals in this class of premium estate car are able to offer. Measured against the outgoing C-Class Estate, load capacity has been increased by as much as 146 litres.
This makes the estate a thoroughly practical vehicle in every respect. It is able to accommodate, for example, four golf bags including trolleys, nine large packing cases or a total of 44 drinks crates each containing six 1-litre juice bottles. The largest possible cuboid that fits into the load compartment now has a volume of 827 litres - that is an increase of 66 litres compared to the previous model and between 50 and 100 litres more than other premium estate models in this class are able to handle. The maximum utilisable interior length is a whole 2.82 metres, as measured between the tailgate and the front passenger footwell - 17 centimetres more than previously.
A steering system that is six per cent more direct and a short-throw six-speed manual transmission also form part of the AGILITY CONTROL package.
The dynamic handling package that is available as an option bestows the new C-Class Estate with a degree of agility worthy of out-and-out sports cars. The driver is able to choose from two drive modes which determine the fundamental suspension characteristic: Comfort and Sport.
Within these modes, the shock absorbers at each wheel are regulated by means of an infinitely variable electronic control. What's more, the body is lowered by 15 millimetres and the suspension equipped with shorter springs and thicker torsion bars. The dynamic handling package also encompasses the new speed-sensitive power steering with a more direct ratio and variable centring.
The body index devised by engineers at Mercedes clearly illustrates just how agilely the new C-Class Estate performs out on the road. This index is calculated from the readings for various driving manoeuvres, thereby forming a new composite formula for a vehicle's dynamic handling abilities. The larger the body index, the better the suspension is linked to the body and the firmer the suspension's tuning. The standard AGILITY CONTROL suspension gives the C-Class a body index of 1.91 to 2.01 hertz, while the new model attains sports-car-like values of up to 2.46 hertz with the dynamic handling package fitted.
Kitting out the new estate with the AMG sports package adds a sports suspension with shorter springs and firmer shock absorbers to the specification, along with 17-inch light-alloy wheels. The body is also dropped by 15 millimetres.
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New benchmark figure: maximum load capacity of 1500 litres
During the concept phase for the new estate, the designers and engineers at Mercedes took the expectations of the brand's customers as their yardstick. Consequently, spaciousness, versatility and functionality were given top priority. Compared to its predecessor, the rear of the new estate is slanted far more steeply, a crucial factor for enlarging the vehicle's load volume. This now varies between 485 and 1500 litres (VDA measuring method), depending on the position of the 1/3 : 2/3 split-folding rear seat -- more than any of the model's rivals in this class of premium estate car are able to offer. Measured against the outgoing C-Class Estate, load capacity has been increased by as much as 146 litres.
This makes the estate a thoroughly practical vehicle in every respect. It is able to accommodate, for example, four golf bags including trolleys, nine large packing cases or a total of 44 drinks crates each containing six 1-litre juice bottles. The largest possible cuboid that fits into the load compartment now has a volume of 827 litres - that is an increase of 66 litres compared to the previous model and between 50 and 100 litres more than other premium estate models in this class are able to handle. The maximum utilisable interior length is a whole 2.82 metres, as measured between the tailgate and the front passenger footwell - 17 centimetres more than previously.
A steering system that is six per cent more direct and a short-throw six-speed manual transmission also form part of the AGILITY CONTROL package.
The dynamic handling package that is available as an option bestows the new C-Class Estate with a degree of agility worthy of out-and-out sports cars. The driver is able to choose from two drive modes which determine the fundamental suspension characteristic: Comfort and Sport.
Within these modes, the shock absorbers at each wheel are regulated by means of an infinitely variable electronic control. What's more, the body is lowered by 15 millimetres and the suspension equipped with shorter springs and thicker torsion bars. The dynamic handling package also encompasses the new speed-sensitive power steering with a more direct ratio and variable centring.
The body index devised by engineers at Mercedes clearly illustrates just how agilely the new C-Class Estate performs out on the road. This index is calculated from the readings for various driving manoeuvres, thereby forming a new composite formula for a vehicle's dynamic handling abilities. The larger the body index, the better the suspension is linked to the body and the firmer the suspension's tuning. The standard AGILITY CONTROL suspension gives the C-Class a body index of 1.91 to 2.01 hertz, while the new model attains sports-car-like values of up to 2.46 hertz with the dynamic handling package fitted.
Kitting out the new estate with the AMG sports package adds a sports suspension with shorter springs and firmer shock absorbers to the specification, along with 17-inch light-alloy wheels. The body is also dropped by 15 millimetres.
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Yes, it`s a very hot wagon indeed but I have to admit I have a couple of niggles with the design. #1 The robotic edges of the nose and hood treatments are a sharp contrast with the arching roof and taperd c-post designs.
#2 The taillights shouldn`t have been pulled directly from the sedan. This sort of makes the wagon look weird. The E sedan and wagon don`t share
rear lights. The secret to making a good taillight design (or rear design) on a wagon is the taillights should "bleed" into the rear gate, like the E-estate
and most other wagons (and SUVs)
The overall balance and proprotion is excellent though, which is to be expected of a Mercedes-Benz design.
Yes, it`s a very hot wagon indeed but I have to admit I have a couple of niggles with the design. #1 The robotic edges of the nose and hood treatments are a sharp contrast with the arching roof and taperd c-post designs.
#2 The taillights shouldn`t have been pulled directly from the sedan. This sort of makes the wagon look weird. The E sedan and wagon don`t share
rear lights. The secret to making a good taillight design (or rear design) on a wagon is the taillights should "bleed" into the rear gate, like the E-estate
and most other wagons (and SUVs)
The overall balance and proprotion is excellent though, which is to be expected of a Mercedes-Benz design.
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Mercedes launches 2008 C-class Estate
Just a few months following the market debut of the saloon, Mercedes-Benz is now unveilling the estate version of the new C-class. The new model offers a load capacity of 1,500L and includes an automatic opening tailgate for easy access. Compared to the outgoing model, the new estate consumes 12% less fuel, needing just 6.0L of juice per 100km.
There is a choice of three trim levels, Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde, and, like the sedan range, each features its own distinct grille to differentiate the models. Other features of the new car include towing capacity of as much as 1800 kilograms and an optional self-levelling suspension system.
The engine range consists of two four-cylinder petrol engines in the C180 and C200 Kompressor models, as well as two four-cylinder diesel engines in the C200 and C220 CDI models. As for the six-cylinder engine range, there is a choice of three petrol units developing 150 kW/204 hp, 170 kW/231 hp and 200 kW/272 hp, as well as the new C320 CDI with an output of 165 kW/224 hp. With the exception of the C 50, all engine variants are coupled to a six-speed manual transmission. The C350 is partnered by the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission.
Mercedes launches 2008 C-class Estate
Just a few months following the market debut of the saloon, Mercedes-Benz is now unveilling the estate version of the new C-class. The new model offers a load capacity of 1,500L and includes an automatic opening tailgate for easy access. Compared to the outgoing model, the new estate consumes 12% less fuel, needing just 6.0L of juice per 100km.
There is a choice of three trim levels, Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde, and, like the sedan range, each features its own distinct grille to differentiate the models. Other features of the new car include towing capacity of as much as 1800 kilograms and an optional self-levelling suspension system.
The engine range consists of two four-cylinder petrol engines in the C180 and C200 Kompressor models, as well as two four-cylinder diesel engines in the C200 and C220 CDI models. As for the six-cylinder engine range, there is a choice of three petrol units developing 150 kW/204 hp, 170 kW/231 hp and 200 kW/272 hp, as well as the new C320 CDI with an output of 165 kW/224 hp. With the exception of the C 50, all engine variants are coupled to a six-speed manual transmission. The C350 is partnered by the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission.
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Looks good! The color looks awesome with this wagon. Two thumbs up.
Anyone knows if the estate is coming to North America? I know as a fact that the W203 Estate did not sell well at all here in Canada and it left a sour taste in MB-Canada's mouth.
Looks good! The color looks awesome with this wagon. Two thumbs up.
Anyone knows if the estate is coming to North America? I know as a fact that the W203 Estate did not sell well at all here in Canada and it left a sour taste in MB-Canada's mouth.
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I've never been a fan of Touring models, but this looks better then the sedan imho.
Mercedes launches 2008 C-class Estate
Just a few months following the market debut of the saloon, Mercedes-Benz is now unveilling the estate version of the new C-class. The new model offers a load capacity of 1,500L and includes an automatic opening tailgate for easy access. Compared to the outgoing model, the new estate consumes 12% less fuel, needing just 6.0L of juice per 100km.
There is a choice of three trim levels, Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde, and, like the sedan range, each features its own distinct grille to differentiate the models. Other features of the new car include towing capacity of as much as 1800 kilograms and an optional self-levelling suspension system.
The engine range consists of two four-cylinder petrol engines in the C180 and C200 Kompressor models, as well as two four-cylinder diesel engines in the C200 and C220 CDI models. As for the six-cylinder engine range, there is a choice of three petrol units developing 150 kW/204 hp, 170 kW/231 hp and 200 kW/272 hp, as well as the new C320 CDI with an output of 165 kW/224 hp. With the exception of the C 50, all engine variants are coupled to a six-speed manual transmission. The C350 is partnered by the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission.
I've never been a fan of Touring models, but this looks better then the sedan imho.
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I've always felt that red and blue tend to make cars appear more angular.
is it just me, or does many car manafactures show their new cars in press pics with the colour Red lol, Red is the new White
hahaha
I've always felt that red and blue tend to make cars appear more angular.
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What a big disappointment!
I liked the previous T-Model even more than the sedan but now they got it wrong. The sedan's rear lights don't match well with the rear of the wagon. They should've given it differently designed rear lights, just like with the W203/S203.
What a big disappointment!
I liked the previous T-Model even more than the sedan but now they got it wrong. The sedan's rear lights don't match well with the rear of the wagon. They should've given it differently designed rear lights, just like with the W203/S203.
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It doesn't look too bad, but I would still take AUDI wagons before a Merc. The front is gorgeous but I just have an issue with the back. AUDI know how to design wagons better.
It doesn't look too bad, but I would still take AUDI wagons before a Merc. The front is gorgeous but I just have an issue with the back. AUDI know how to design wagons better.
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<<And btw, are those LEDs in the back that i see here? There are no LEDs on a sedan, right?>>
Wrong. LED turn lights in back when Bi-Xenons are installed. But, they are RED! For crying out loud, MB changed to yellow rear turn lights in 1972!
<<And btw, are those LEDs in the back that i see here? There are no LEDs on a sedan, right?>>
Wrong. LED turn lights in back when Bi-Xenons are installed. But, they are RED! For crying out loud, MB changed to yellow rear turn lights in 1972!
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