Mercedes-Benz has launched the diesel version of its C-class luxury sedan, C 220 CDI, in India starting at Rs 39.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The Mercedes C 220 CDI, available in two trims — Style and Avantgarde — is powered by a 2.1-litre, four-cylinder diesel engine good for 168bhp. The C-class diesel will initially be brought into the country as a CBU import with local assembly expected to commence later this year.
In terms of features, the top Avantgarde trim comes equipped with a high-resolution 8.4-inch screen for its COMAND infotainment computer, satellite navigation, LED ambient cabin lighting with three selectable colours, push-button start, a panoramic sunroof and a 13-speaker Burmester audio system. It also gets the basics like three-zone auto climate control, rear-view camera and Bluetooth connectivity.
The Mercedes C 220 CDI goes up against the likes of the Audi A4 and the BMW 3-series.
Locally assembled C-class petrol introduced
Mercedes has also introduced the locally assembled version of the C-class petrol at Rs 40.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). As many may remember, the C 200 was priced the same when launched last year in CBU form. However, this was prior to the excise duty exemption rollback. Currently, the CBU C-class petrol is priced at Rs 41.6 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The local version has some kit missing on it from the CBU car like ambient lighting and illuminated door sills. But it gets new-design alloys and new interior trim.
Prices of the new Mercedes C-class are as below:
Diesel
C 220 CDI Style: Rs 39.9 lakh
C 220 CDI Avantgarde: Rs 42.9 lakh
Petrol
C 200 CGI Avantgarde (CKD version): Rs 40.9 lakh
(all prices, ex-showroom, Delhi)
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