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April 30, 2008 – Mercedes-Benz Hong Kong Limited introduces the Estate version of the new C-Class. The Estate takes the trademark strengths of the Saloon, such as safety, agility and comfort, and combines them with a significant increase in spaciousness and versatility.
The new Estate adopts the C-Class Saloon’s customer-focused concept for the design and equipment lines. There is a choice of three models – CLASSIC, ELEGANCE and AVANTGARDE – which highlight the vehicle’s comfort or agility to differing degrees. The AVANTGARDE line features a large Mercedes star positioned in the centre of the radiator grille that emphasizes its sporty, agile nature. This traditional distinctive mark of sporty models from Mercedes is now being employed in an estate model for the first time by the Stuttgart-based automotive brand. In the ELEGANCE model, a three-dimensional, louvred radiator grille with a high-gloss paint finish accentuates other brand-typical attributes such as comfort and luxury. The CLASSIC model, meanwhile, is deliberately more restrained and traditional.
In terms of safety, the new Estate blazes a trail with innovations of the likes of PRE-SAFE® and the Intelligent Light System, and distinguishes itself as the safest car in this vehicle class. Eight airbags, belt tensioners and belt force limiters, as well as crash-responsive NECK-PRO head restraints all make up part of the standard specification.
The anticipatory occupant protection system PRE-SAFE® gives the new Estate the edge over other models in this segment. This optional system makes use of the time before an imminent accident to prepare the vehicle and its occupants for a collision. The result is a considerable reduction in the loads exerted on the passengers upon impact. The Intelligent Light System is another technical innovation borrowed from the luxury models in the Mercedes range and is the only system of its kind in this market segment at the current time. The system’s five different lighting functions are each suited to various typical driving and weather conditions.
The unique blend of agility and comfort that forms one of the exceptional strengths of the new C-Class is basically down to the standard-fit AGILITY CONTROL package. This features shock absorbers which automatically adapt to the current driving situation for a noticeable improvement in ride comfort when driving normally. As soon as a more dynamic driving style is adopted, on the other hand, the maximum damping forces are set to stabilize the Estate effectively.
C 63 AMG Estate, the top C-Class AMG model, is also available in Hong Kong. This model is powered by an AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine that is built to the unique AMG philosophy of "one man - one engine", which allows the company to uphold the most stringent quality standards. Developing a peak output of 457 hp at 6,800 rpm and a maximum torque of 600 Nm at 5,000 rpm, the high-revving, naturally-aspirated engine delivers unrivalled figures in this segment. The C 63 AMG Estate accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds; the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
This AMG eight-cylinder top model differentiates itself from the standard C-Class more than ever before. The C 63 AMG Estate is unmistakable in its role as the exclusive and dynamic top model.
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