2017 Mercedes-AMG C43 Sedan (US-Spec)

2017 Mercedes-AMG C43 Sedan (US-Spec)

For 2017 model year Mercedes-AMG started offering entry-level performance models with "43" badges. In some cases, as with the C450, AMG 43's will replace non-AMG models and bring more identity to the cars.

Here is the list of AMG 43 models and those they will replace:

• 2017 AMG SLC43 Roadster is all new
• 2017 AMG C43 Sedan will replace C450 sedan
• 2017 AMG C43 Coupe is all new
• 2017 AMG C43 Cabriolet is all new
• 2017 AMG E43 Sedan is all new
• 2017 AMG GLC43 SUV is all new
• 2017 AMG GLC43 Coupe is all new
• 2017 AMG GLE43 SUV is all new
• 2017 AMG GLE43 Coupe will replace GLE450 Coupe

Mercedes-AMG C43 Sedan replaces Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG for 2017 model year. Power stays the same generated from its V6 biturbo engine. Zero to 60 mph time has improved by .2 seconds; AMG C43 Sedan now reaches 60 mph in 4.6 seconds. With the new name comes stronger sports identity, which also bumped the base MSRP by $1,200.

Full Specifications

Vehicle Type	Four-door, five passenger sedan
Chassis	Steel unibody, aluminum outer sheet metal
Drive Configuration	AMG Performance 4MATIC (31 : 69)

Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions (in)
Wheelbase	111.8
Length	185
Width (w/o mirrors)	71.3
Height	56.3
Track (front / rear)	62 / 61
Ground Clearance (max load)	3.5
Curb Weight (lbs)	3,759
Interior Dimensions (in)
Head room (front / rear)	37.1 / 37.1
Leg room (front / rear)	41.7 / 35.2
Shoulder room (front / rear)	-

Cabin and Cargo Volume

Cabin Volume (cu-ft)	n/a
Cargo Volume (rear seats up / down)	12.6 / n/a

Suspension

Suspension
Front	Independent multi-link suspension with coil spring, single-tube shock absorber with CDC and torsion bar
Rear	Independent multi-link suspension with coil spring, single-tube shock absorber with CDC and torsion bar

Steering

Steering
Type	Speed-dependent, electro-mechanical rack-and-pinion
Ratio	14.1 : 1
Turning Circle (ft.)	38.4

Brakes and Wheels

Brake Disc Diameter / Thickness (in)
Front	14.2 / TBA
Rear	12.6 / TBA
Standard Wheels (in)
Front	7.5 x 18 (Cast)
Rear	8.5 x 18 (Cast)

Standard Tires

Front	225 / 45 R18
Rear	245 / 40 R18

Engine

Engine Type	AMG-enhanced 3.0L V6 biturbo
Engine Material	Aluminum-Alloy
Valvetrain / Arrangement	DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder
Displacement (cc)	2,996
Bore (in / mm)	3.46 / 88.0
Stroke (in / mm)	3.23 / 82.1
Compression Ratio	10.5 : 1
Horsepower @ rpm	362 @ 5,500 – 6,000
Torque @ rpm	384 @ 2,000 – 4,200
Redline (rpm)	6,550

Transmission

Transmission Type	9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic
Shift Controls	Wheel-mounted shift paddles
Gear Ratios:
1st	5.35 : 1
2nd	3.24 : 1
3rd	2.25 : 1
4th	1.64 : 1
5th	1.21 : 1
6th	1.00 : 1
7th	0.86 : 1
8th	0.72 : 1
9th	0.60 : 1
Reverse	3.42 : 1
R2	2.23 : 1
Final Drive	3.07 : 1

Performance

0-60 mph (sec)	4.6
Top Speed (mph)	130 (electronically limited)

Fuel Economy

City / Highway / Combined	20 / 28 / 23
Fuel Tank (gallons)	17.4

 

MSRP*
AMG C43 Sedan	$52,000

_{*does not include $925 destination & delivery charge}

2017 Mercedes-AMG C43 Sedan (US-Spec)