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Mercedes-Benz C Class Cabriolet C300 AMG Line Premium Plus 2dr 9G-Tronic

Doors	2
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1991
Trim	AMG Line Prem Plus
Price	£49,839
Engine Power - BHP	258
Acceleration	6.2
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	37.2
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	174
Length	4686 mm
Width	1810 mm
Height	1409 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	360 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1660 kg

Driver Convenience

12.3" Active TFT crystal driver's instrument display
360 camera
Active park assist with parktronic system
Attention assist
Bluetooth interface for hands free telephone
Collision prevention assist plus
Comand Online HDD Nav with media interface,radio/CD/DVD/MP3, 10.25 screen, linguatronic voice control
DYNAMIC SELECT with a choice of driving modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual)
ECO start/stop function
Mercedes me connect including emergency call system, accident recovery, breakdown and maintenance management
Multi function trip computer
Outside temperature display
Pre-wiring for SD navigation system
Remote boot release
Service indicator (ASSYST)
Smartphone integration with Apple CarPlay and Android auto
Sports direct steer speed sensitive steering
Status display for rear seat belts in instrument cluster
Wireless charging

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

66l fuel tank with increased capacity
9G Tronic plus 9 speed automatic
Petrol Particulate Filter
Sport exhaust system

Entertainment

Audio 20 with integrated media interface and bluetooth handsfree function
Burmester surround sound system
DAB digital radio tuner
SD card slot
Steering wheel audio controls
Two USB ports and one SD Card slot in centre console

Exterior Features

Acoustic soft-top with enhanced climate and noise comfort
Adaptive brake lights
AIRCAP wind deflector and draught stop
AMG front, rear apron and side skirts
Body coloured bumpers
Body coloured door mirrors
Chrome grille surround
Chrome pins diamond radiator grille with integrated stars
Door sill panels with Mercedes Benz lettering
Electric windows with one touch opening/closing and obstruction sensors
Exterior mirrors heated and electronically adjustable
Full LED tail lamps
Green tinted glass
LED daytime running lights
LED Indicators
LED third brake light
Multi beam LED headlights
Radio aerial integrated into rear window
Rain sensor windscreen wipers
Semi-automatic boot separator
Side windows surround in polished aluminium
Visible twin pipe exhaust trim integrated into rear bumper

Interior Features

2 cupholders in front centre console
2 rear head restraints
3 spoke AMG flat bottom multi-function nappa leather steering wheel with touch controls
40:20:40 split folding rear seats
Airscarf - neck level heating
AMG sports seats
Artico man-made leather upper dashboard and beltlines with contrast stitching
Auto Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition sensor
Black floor mats with AMG lettering
Front centre armrest with storage compartment
Front head restraints
Front LED reading lights
Heated front seats
Illuminated glove compartment stowage
Interior lighting - 64 colour Ambient lighting
Sports pedals with stainless steel surfaces and rubber studs
Steering wheel gearshift paddles
Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
THERMATIC 2 zone automatic climate control

Packs

Interior lighting package - C Class
Keyless go comfort package - C Class Cabriolet
Mirror package - C Class
Seat comfort pack - C Class
Stowage space pack - C Class

Passive Safety

2 rear seatbelts
3 point automatic seatbelts
Active bonnet
Adaptive brake system with hold function, hill start assist and brake drying function
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Automatic seatbelt pretensioner for driver and front passenger
Black seat belts
Brake calipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering + perforated brake discs
Dual stage airbags - driver and front passenger, front sidebags, driver kneebag, pelvis bag and windowbags for driver, front and rear passengers
Electronic parking brake
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP)
ISOFIX child seat attachment points with top tether in rear
Tyre pressure monitoring system
Warning triangle and first aid kit

Security

Anti-theft alarm system/interior protection with tow-away protection and interior monitoring systems
Central locking with interior switch, automatic locking and crash sensor with emergency opening function
Chrome surround electric key
Immobiliser

Trim

Black ash wood with brushed aluminium trim

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	174

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1991
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	83
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92
Engine Layout	NORTH SOUTH
Gears	9 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	37.2
WLTP - MPG - Extra High	38.7
WLTP - MPG - High	43.5
WLTP - MPG - Low	25.5
WLTP - MPG - Medium	36.2

General

Generation Mark	4
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	43E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	30
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	57
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	15500
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	Unlimited
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	6.2
Engine Power - BHP	258
Engine Power - RPM	5800
Engine Torque - NM	370
Engine Torque - RPM	1800
Top Speed	155 mph

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	225/45 R18
Tyre Size Rear	245/40 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	5 SPOKE
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1409 mm
Length	4686 mm
Wheelbase	2840 mm
Width	1810 mm
Width (including mirrors)	2016 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	66
Gross Vehicle Weight	2200 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	360 l
Max. Loading Weight	540 kg
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1800
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1660 kg
No. of Seats	4
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.2 m

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