U.S. spec '08 C-class info released

Deutsch · **U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 12:10 AM

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From the bold and athletic stance to the revolutionary safety features, the all-new C-Class hasn't so much been redesigned as it's been reconceived.

Recently debuting in Germany and currently scheduled to arrive here in the U.S. this summer, the 2008 C-Class reveals a technical superiority beneath taut lines and tranquil surfaces.

Available in two unique models — sport sedan and luxury sedan — the all-new C-Class offers an impressive list of exciting features, including:

* A choice of two V-6 engines (3.0 or 3.5 liter sport sedan and 3.0 liter luxury sedan)
* Standard 7-speed automatic transmission (optional on C300 Sport Sedan)
* Standard 8-way power driver and passenger seats
* Adaptive brakes
* Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
* Burl Walnut trim (luxury sedan) or Aluminum trim (sport sedan)
* DIRECT CONTROL adaptive suspension system with selective damping for comfort and handling
* Standard Bluetooth® connectivity
* Aggressive AMG bodystyling on sport sedan models
* Standard power sunroof
* Seven standard air bags
* Standard PRE-SAFE® occupant protection system
* Adaptive suspension system
* 17-inch twin-spoke aluminum wheels (Optional 18-inch twin-spoke aluminum wheels on C300 and C350 Sport Sedans)
* Optional standard 4MATIC™ all-wheel drive (availability scheduled for fall 2007)

With enhanced performance, safety, and style — and more standard features than ever before — the all-new 2008 C-Class promises to elevate the drive to all-new levels of excitement.

Keep checking back for more 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class updates and information.

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PHYBENZ · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 12:56 AM

Those are quite a few standard features!

PreSafe, sunroof and power front seats are great! That will make the C very competitve.

Deutsch · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 01:10 AM

Hope the increased std. feature content doesn't translate into sticker shock. I can say right now without a doubt, the W204 will be a far more convincing value proposition than the E90, which has ridiculous optional features(many of which should be std.). The C-class'$ exterior design is looking better and better.

mrkc77 · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 01:58 AM

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Originally Posted by PHYBENZ

Those are quite a few standard features!

PreSafe, sunroof and power front seats are great! That will make the C very competitve.

I just hope that those features are similar to the Australian spec

Merc1 · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 02:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Deutsch

Hope the increased std. feature content doesn't translate into sticker shock. I can say right now without a doubt, the W204 will be a far more convincing value proposition than the E90, which has ridiculous optional features(many of which should be std.). The C-class'$ exterior design is looking better and better.

Yes, this is exactly what I was thinking. The new 335i starts at 39K and the C350 shouldn't be a dime over that and with more standard equipment the C will be a hit in sales at least.

The big problem I see is the lack of a manual on the C350. There is going to be some harping about that in the mags for sure. What is really wierd or just plain dumb is that they're going to offer the C350 as a sports model only, but with no manual!!!! Doesn't make sense.

No C230/250 this time around, I wonder why? Unless they're going to price the C300 like the C230 and the C350 like the outgoing C280. That would be unbelievable!

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Osnabrueck · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 04:28 AM

"From the bold and athletic stance..."

Ha! I must have read 20 press releases this month that included the phrase "With a bold and athletic stance" or some variant thereof. Knock it off! You all have Bold and Athletic stances!

Mr. M · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 04:41 AM

* Standard 7-speed automatic transmission (optional on C300 Sport Sedan)

Does this mean the C300 Sport will come with a manual? I agree with Merc1, the C350 should have a manual considering they already plonked one in the C300 (unintentionally or not).

Matt · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 04:48 AM

The BMW's automatic is a $1200 dollar option..which is rediculous.

Merc1 · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 05:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Mirage77

* Standard 7-speed automatic transmission (optional on C300 Sport Sedan)

Does this mean the C300 Sport will come with a manual? I agree with Merc1, the C350 should have a manual considering they already plonked one in the C300 (unintentionally or not).

Yes the C300 will have a manual as standard.

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bmer · **Re: U.S. spec '08 C-class info released -** 02-02-2007, 05:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt

The BMW's automatic is a $1200 dollar option..which is rediculous.

Quite different here in Europe... In Germany it's $2734 (2100 €) and here $4375 (3360 €).