We are not yet completely persuaded, these could be the first official drawings of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Facelift. The updated Mercedes C-Class is not expected to be introduced until the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, so we can be sure that we will see and learn more about the vehicle in the coming months.
Based on the photos, we see an updated sedan with a new hood, headlights with LED turn signals that are SL inspired and a revised front fascia. The interior has been renewed with an integrated COMAND display, new instument cluster and an entirely redesigned dashboard.
Engine variants will likely include the 225 kW (306 PS / 302 hp) 350 BlueEFFICIENCY, the 195 kW (265 PS / 262 hp) 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY and the 150 kW (204 PS / 201 hp) 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY. And last but not least, the C63 AMG with a 6.3-liter (6208cc) V8 that produces 451 hp (336 kW / 457 PS) and 443 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque.
The first reactions of the photos have been positive but will reserve full judgement until we see more. Thanks to our good friend Markus Jordan for the photos.
Last week we brought you the first spy photos of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe, and today, we’ve got a second look at the forthcoming model. As we reported earlier, in terms of size, the C-Class sedan and coupe should share the same dimensions, save for the altered roof line. Under the hood, power plants should again mimic the sedan, meaning a range of fuel efficient four and six cylinder options. And as for a C63 AMG Coupe, it’s still anyone’s guess at this point, although one of our readers from Mercedes-Benz UK has indicated he has received confirmation of a C63 AMG Coupe variant.
In terms of production, the new Mercedes C-Class Coupe is slated to be produced at the Bremen Plant in Germany, adding to Bremen’s current production portfolio. Current models from the C-Class segment produced in Bremen include the C-Class sedan, the C-Class estate and the GLK SUV.
We’ll keep you posted if we hear anything new regarding the Mercedes C-Class Coupe; in the meantime you can check out spy photos as well as some C-Class Coupe crash test vehicle photos in the gallery below or view the full article at Gmotors.ie. Many thanks to Andrus for the tip.
If you’ve been waiting for Mercedes’ answer to the BMW range of coupes (namely, the 3-Series and 1-Series coupes), it’s finally coming, as new spy photos have emerged today showing what’s unquestionably a C-Class coupe. Reportedly designed to coincide with the upcoming mid-life refresh of the C-Class sedan, the C-Class coupe will closely resemble its four door counterpart, as both the front and rear will share the same design traits. Changes to the 2011 C-Class (compared to the current C-Class) will include revised front and rear bumpers, a tweaked bonnet, new headlights and a heightened grille.
In terms of size, the C-Class sedan and coupe should share the same dimensions, save for the altered roof line. Under the hood, power plants should again mimic the sedan, meaning a range of fuel efficient four and six cylinder options. As for a C63 AMG Coupe, Mercedes has stated that at present there’s no plans for an E63 AMG Coupe. If this is any indication, I wouldn’t hold my breath for a C63 AMG Coupe either, although anything’s possible.
We’ll keep you posted as new details of the 2011 Mercedes C-Class Coupe are revealed; in the meantime, check out the full 2011 C-Class Coupe spy photo gallery below, then head over to Car Advice for the full article.