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Mercedes-Benz New C-Class 1997-2022 Prime C 220d

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New C-Class 1997-2022 Prime C 220d overview

Engine1950 cc
Power194 bhp
TransmissionAutomatic
Top Speed240 kmph
Drive TypeRWD
FuelDiesel
Seating Capacity5
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Mercedes-Benz New C-Class 1997-2022 Detailed On Road Price in New Delhi

Showing On-road price inNew Delhi
Ex-Showroom PriceRs.43,38,121
Registration ChargesRs.5,46,265
InsuranceRs.1,96,511
OthersRs.43,381
On-Road PriceNew DelhiRs.51,24,278*

New C-Class 1997-2022 Prime C 220d specifications & features

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Engine type in car refers to the type of engine that powers the vehicle. There are many different types of car engines, but the most common are petrol (gasoline) and diesel engines
In-Line Engine
Displacement
The displacement of an engine is the total volume of all of the cylinders in the engine. Measured in cubic centimetres (cc)
1950 cc
Max Power
Power dictates the performance of an engine. It's measured in horsepower (bhp) or metric horsepower (PS). More is better.
194bhp@3800rpm
Max Torque
The load-carrying ability of an engine, measured in Newton-metres (Nm) or pound-foot (lb-ft). More is better.
400Nm@1600-2800rpm
No. of Cylinders
ICE engines have one or more cylinders. More cylinders typically mean more smoothness and more power, but it also means more moving parts and less fuel efficiency.
4
Valves Per Cylinder
The number of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder. More valves per cylinder means better engine breathing and better performance but it also adds to cost.
4
Valve Configuration
Valve configuration refers to the number and arrangement of intake and exhaust valves in each engine cylinder.
DOHC
Fuel Supply System
Responsible for delivering fuel from the fuel tank into your internal combustion engine (ICE). More sophisticated systems give you better mileage.
CRDi
Turbo Charger
A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Turbochargers utilise exhaust gas energy to make more power.
Super Charge
A device that forces more air into an internal combustion engine. More air can burn more fuel and make more power. Superchargers utilise engine power to make more power.
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Gearbox
The component containing a set of gears that supply power from the engine to the wheels. It affects speed and fuel efficiency.
9 Speed
Drive Type
Specifies which wheels are driven by the engine's power, such as front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, or all-wheel drive. It affects how the car handles and also its capabilities.
RWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypeDiesel
Diesel Mileage ARAI12.6 kmpl
Diesel Fuel Tank Capacity
The total amount of fuel the car's tank can hold. It tells you how far the car can travel before needing a refill.
66 Litres
Emission Norm Compliance
Indicates the level of pollutants the car's engine emits, showing compliance with environmental regulations.
BS VI
Top Speed
The maximum speed a car can be driven at. It indicates its performance capability.
240 kmph
Acceleration
The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator.
6.9 Seconds
0-100kmph
The rate at which the car can increase its speed from a standstill. It is a key performance indicator.
6.9 Seconds

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the front wheels to the car body. Reduces jerks over bad surfaces and affects handling.
Agility Control Suspension
Rear Suspension
The system of springs, shock absorbers, and linkages that connects the rear wheels to the car body. It impacts ride quality and stability.
Agility Control Suspension
Steering Type
The mechanism by which the car's steering operates, such as manual, power-assisted, or electric. It affecting driving ease.
Power
Steering Column
The shaft that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the steering system to help maneouvre the car.
Height & Reach Adjustable
Steering Gear Type
Specifies the type of mechanism used to turn the car's wheels, such as rack and pinion or recirculating ball. Affects the feel of the steering.
Direct Steer System
Turning Radius
The smallest circular space that needs to make a 180-degree turn. It indicates its manoeuvrability, especially in tight spaces.
5.61 metres
Front Brake Type
Specifies the type of braking system used on the front wheels of the car, like disc or drum brakes. The type of brakes determines the stopping power.
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Specifies the type of braking system used on the rear wheels, like disc or drum brakes, affecting the car's stopping power.
Disc

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
The distance from a car's front tip to the farthest point in the back.
4686 mm
Width
The width of a car is the horizontal distance between the two outermost points of the car, typically measured at the widest point of the car, such as the wheel wells or the rearview mirrors
2020 mm
Height
The height of a car is the vertical distance between the ground and the highest point of the car. It can decide how much space a car has along with it's body type and is also critical in determining it's ability to fit in smaller garages or parking spaces
1442 mm
Seating Capacity
The maximum number of people that can legally and comfortably sit in a car.
5
Ground Clearance Unladen
The unladen ground clearance is the vertical distance between the ground and the lowest point of the car when the car is empty. More ground clearnace means when fully loaded your car won't scrape on tall speedbreakers, or broken roads.
157 mm
Wheel Base
Distance between the centre of the front and rear wheels. Affects the car’s stability & handling .
2840 mm
Front Tread
The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a four-wheeler's front wheels. Also known as front track. The relation between the front and rear tread/track numbers decides a cars stability.
1588 mm
Rear Tread
The distance from the centre of the left tyre to the centre of the right tyre of a fourwheeler's rear wheels. Also known as Rear Track. The relation between the front and rear Tread/Track numbers dictates a cars stability
1588 mm
Kerb Weight
Weight of the car without passengers or cargo. Affects performance, fuel efficiency, and suspension behaviour.
1655 kg
Gross Weight
The gross weight of a car is the maximum weight that a car can carry which includes the weight of the car itself, the weight of the passengers, and the weight of any cargo that is being carried. Overloading a car is unsafe as it effects handling and could also damage components like the suspension.
2165 kg

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
Mechanism that reduces the effort needed to operate the steering wheel. Offered in various types, including hydraulic and electric.
Air Conditioner
A car AC is a system that cools down the cabin of a vehicle by circulating cool air. You can select temperature, fan speed and direction of air flow.
Heater
A heating function for the cabin. A handy feature in cold climates.
Adjustable Steering
Allows the driver to adjust the position of the steering wheel to their liking. This can be done in two ways: Tilt and/or Reach
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Refers to a driver's seat that can be raised vertically. This is helpful for shorter drivers to find a better driving position.
Ventilated Seats
In-built fans in the seat back and base that circulate air on the back/leg of the occupant.
Electric Adjustable Seats
Seats that can be adjusted electronically. Usually seen in higher end cars.
Front
Automatic Climate Control
Automatically adjusts the car’s cabin temperature. Removes the need to manually adjust car AC temperature every now and then & offers a set it and forget it convenience.
Air Quality Control
Air filters, also known as air purifiers, purify the air of the cabin by absorbing any harmful or contaminated particles.
Remote Trunk Opener
A feature to open the trunk remotely for convenience. Useful when your hands are full, and you need to access the trunk without manually unlocking or lifting it.
Low Fuel Warning Light
A dashboard indicator that alerts the driver when the fuel level is low. Gives a reminder to refill fuel to avoid stalling.
Accessory Power Outlet
12V power socket to power your appliances, like phones or tyre inflators.
Rear Seat Headrest
Adjustable cushions on the top of the rear seats that provide head support for passengers. They increase the comfort and safety of passengers.
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
A foldable armrest for the rear passengers, usually in the middle, which also comprises cup holders or other small storage spaces. When not in use, it can be folded back into the seat, so that an additional occupant can be seated.
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
A type of seat belt on which the height can be adjusted, to help improve comfort.
Rear AC Vents
Dedicated AC vents for the rear passengers, usually located between the front seats. Helps cool the rear compartment, while offering passengers the option to control the flow. Some rear AC vents allow for fan speed control.
Lumbar Support
Additional support for the lower back in the car seats. It is adjustable (manual or powered), allowing users to adjust the level of support according to their preference.
Cruise Control
An electronic system that automatically maintains the car's speed set by the driver, reducing the need for constant pedal use. Useful feature for long highway drives.
Parking Sensors
Sensors on the vehicle's exterior that use either ultrasonic or electromagnetic waves bouncing off objects to alert the driver of obstacles while parking.
Rear
Navigation System
An in-car system that provides maps and directions. Helps in finding the shortest routes. Also gives an idea about the traffic situation on different routes.
Foldable Rear Seat
Rear seats that can be folded down to create additional storage space.
60:40 Split
KeyLess Entry
A sensor-based system that allows you to unlock and start the car without using a physical key.
Engine Start/Stop Button
A button that allows starting or stopping the engine without using a traditional key. It enhances convenience.
Paddle Shifters
Buttons behind the steering wheel for manual gear changes. Found in automatic cars and placed ergonomically, making gear changes easier.
USB Charger
A port in the car that allows passengers to charge electronic devices like smartphones and tablets via USB cables.
Front
Central Console Armrest
An added convenince feature to rest one's hand on, while also offering features like cupholders or a small storage space.
Gear Shift Indicator
A display that shows the current gear the car is in. More advanced versions also suggest the most prefered gear for better efficiency.
Drive Modes
Various pre-set modes that adjust the car's performance characteristics to suit different driving conditions. These modes adjust how the car responds to the driver's input.
5
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Headlights that stay on for a short period after turning off the car, illuminating the path to the driver's home or door.
Additional FeaturesDrive modes Eco SPORT SPORT+ Individual Comfort

Interior

Electronic Multi-Tripmeter
Measures the distance a vehicle has travelled for a particular trip. A multi-tripmeter can keep track of multiple distances. For example kilometres since the last fuel up and kilometres travelled since the last service. The different tripmeters can be reset by the user as and when needed.
Leather Seats
Fabric Upholstery
Seat coverings made from cloth. Affects comfort and interior style.
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel
Glove Box
It refers to a storage compartment built into the dashboard of a vehicle on the passenger's side. It is used to store vehicle documents, and first aid kit among others.
Digital Clock
Refers to a display that shows the current time in a digital (numerical) format.
Outside Temperature Display
Driving Experience Control Eco
Folding Table in The Rear
Refers to a fold-out table tray attached either to the back of the front seats or in the central section of the rear seats.
Additional FeaturesAnalogue Clock
12.3-inch digital display
64 color Ambient lighting

Exterior

Adjustable Headlamps
Fog Lights - Front
Extra lights at the front of the car that improve visibility in foggy conditions. Useful during low visibility conditions under foggy weather.
Fog Lights - Rear
Extra lights at the back of the car that make it more visible to other drivers in foggy conditions.
Rain Sensing Wiper
Windshield wipers that activate on their own when they detect rain. Removes the need to turn the wipers ON/OFF when the rain starts/stops.
Rear Window Wiper
A device that cleans the rear window with the touch of a button. Helps enhance visibility in bad weather.
Rear Window Washer
A small nozzle that sprays water to clean the rear windshield. Helps in better cleaning of the rear windshield and improves rear visibility.
Rear Window Defogger
A heating element in the rear window to remove fog and melt frost from the rear window.
Wheel Covers
Alloy Wheels
Lightweight wheels made of metals such as aluminium. Available in multiple designs, they enhance the look of a vehicle.
Power Antenna
Tinted Glass
Windows with a transparent thin film for privacy and to reduce sunlight. Saves the car interiors from direct sunlight. Also reduces glare and improves visibility during the day.
Rear Spoiler
Increases downforce on the rear end of the vehicle. In most cars, however, they're used simply for looks.
Side Stepper
Side steppers are a convenience feature, usually offered in vehicles with high floors, to make it easier to step into or out of the car. They are either pemanently fixed near the side of the vehicle or deploy electrically. The latter is usually only with luxury cars.
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
An additional turn indicator located on the outside mirror of a vehicle that warns both oncoming and following traffic.
Halogen Headlamps
Roof Rails
Rails on the top of the car for carrying luggage. Useful if you have less storage inside the car or if you carry a lot of things while travelling.
Automatic Headlamps
Car headlamps that automatically turn on in low light conditions and switch off in bright conditions.
Trunk OpenerSmart
Sun Roof
A glass panel on the roof of a vehicle, either just over the front seats or extending further backward towards the rear.
Alloy Wheel Size
The diameter of the car's alloy wheels. Alloy wheels are lighter and better looking than standard wheels, not including tyres.
17 Inch
Tyre Size
The dimensions of the car's tyres indicating their width, height, and diameter. Important for grip and performance.
225/50 R17
Tyre Type
Tells you the kind of tyres fitted to the car, such as all-season, summer, or winter. It affects grip and performance in different conditions.
Tubeless, Radial
Additional FeaturesRoller sunblinds in left and right rear doors

Safety

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
A safety system that prevents a car's wheels from locking up during hard braking to maintain steering control.
Brake Assist
Central Locking
A system that locks or unlocks all of the car's doors simultaneously with the press of a button. A must-have feature in modern cars.
Power Door Locks
A system that allows the driver to lock and unlock all car doors with the push of a button.
Child Safety Locks
Safety locks located on the car's rear doors that, when engaged, allows the doors to be opened only from the outside. The idea is to stop the door from opening unintentionally.
Anti-Theft Alarm
An alarm system that sounds when anyone tries to access the car forcibly or break into it.
No. of Airbags6
Driver Airbag
An inflatable air bag located within the steering wheel that automatically deploys during a collision, to protect the driver from physical injury
Passenger Airbag
An inflatable safety device designed to protect the front passenger in case of a collision. These are located in the dashboard.
Side Airbag
Side Airbag-Rear
Day & Night Rear View Mirror
A rearview mirror that can be adjusted to reduce glare from headlights behind the vehicle at night.
Passenger Side Rear View Mirror
The outside rear view mirror placed on the passenger side.
Rear Seat Belts
Safety belts for passengers sitting in the rear seats of the car.
Side Impact Beams
Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a side collision.
Front Impact Beams
Structural components in a car designed to absorb and distribute impact energy during a front collision.
Traction Control
Adjustable Seats
Seats that can be reclined, or adjusted front/back or up/down. The levels of adjustability depends on the car's segment/price.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
This feature monitors the pressure inside each tyre, alerting the driver when one or more tyre loses pressure.
Vehicle Stability Control System
A system that helps prevent the car from skidding or losing control by applying brakes to individual wheels. Useful in case of emergency high-speed manoeuvres.
Engine Immobilizer
A security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the car's engine.
Crash Sensor
Sensors that detect a car crash and activate safety features like airbags and automatic emergency calls.
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank
A fuel tank that is placed in the centre of the car instead of the rear
Engine Check Warning
A warning light that indicates potential issues with the car's engine.
Clutch Lock
EBD
A system that adjusts the brake force applied to each wheel to optimize braking performance.
Rear Camera
A camera at the rear of the car to help with parking safely.
Anti-Theft Device
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
A secure attachment system to fix child seats directly on the chassis of the car.
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
An additional display for the driver placed above the main display or even projected on the windshield, containing speed and trip details, so that the driver's vision stays on the road.
Hill Descent Control
A system that controls the car's speed when going downhill by applying brakes to prevent overspeeding and improve control.
Hill Assist
A feature that helps prevent a car from rolling backward on a hill.
360 View Camera
Cameras around the car that give a complete view of the surroundings. Helps in parking and avoiding obstacles while driving.

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
AM/FM radio tuner for listening to broadcasts and music. Mainly used for listening to music and news when inside the car.
Audio System Remote Control
A remote to control the car's audio system without reaching for the dashboard. Makes controlling the audio system easy from all seats inside the car.
USB & Auxiliary input
A USB port for connecting external devices, like smartphones or MP3 players, to the car's audio system using a cable. Lets you play audio from your device through car speakers.
Bluetooth Connectivity
Allows wireless connection of devices to the car’s stereo for calls or music.
Touchscreen
A touchscreen panel in the dashboard for controlling the car's features like music, navigation, and other car info.
No. of Speakers
The total count of speakers installed in the car for playing music. More speakers provide improved sound output.
4
Rear Entertainment System
Screens mounted at the back of the front seats. These provide entertainment options to the passengers in the back seat.
Additional Features 10.25-inch screen for the central infotainment

ADAS Feature

Blind Spot Monitor
A function of ADAS that uses radar to alert the driver if there are vehicles behind them that aren't fully visible in their mirror.
Autonomous Parking
A feature that allows the car to park itself. Reduces driver effort while parking the car.

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