The 2011 Mercedes-benz C-class C 300 Amg models offer a blend of luxury and performance, sharing the same engine and available 4Matic all-wheel drive, yet distinguished by exterior styling, interior trim, suspension tuning, front seat design, and transmission as standard.
Both 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 300 models are equipped with standard 17-inch wheels, albeit with different designs, alongside a sunroof, automatic headlights, and cruise control for convenience. Inside, dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, and eight-way power front seats provide comfort. Vinyl upholstery, Bluetooth connectivity, and an eight-speaker stereo system with CD player, auxiliary audio jack, and a 5-inch pop-up display cater to entertainment needs.
The optional Premium I package elevates the C 300 with auto-dimming mirrors, a 10-way power driver seat including power lumbar support, driver memory functions, and a power-adjustable steering wheel. Practicality is enhanced with automatic wipers, heated front seats, satellite radio, a power rear sunshade, and a split-folding rear seat. For improved visibility, the lighting package adds active xenon headlights with washers, LED running lights (standard on the Sport version), and LED taillights.
Stepping up, the C 350 Sport essentially mirrors a C 300 Sport equipped with the Premium I package, but boasts a larger V6 engine and black bird’s-eye maple wood trim, adding a touch of sporty elegance.
For those seeking high performance, the C 63 AMG significantly raises the bar. While sharing similar equipment levels, it features a powerful V8 engine, firmer suspension, and bigger brakes for enhanced handling. It also includes 18-inch wheels, AMG-specific interior and exterior styling cues, leather AMG sport seats, and aluminum paddle shifters, emphasizing its performance pedigree.
The Multimedia package further enhances the technological features, incorporating the COMAND electronics interface, a hard-drive-based navigation system with real-time traffic updates, a six-CD changer, an iPod interface, and 6GB of digital music storage, all displayed on a larger pop-up screen. For added luxury in the C 63 AMG, the AMG Seating package offers front memory seats, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and upgraded leather upholstery. Performance enthusiasts can opt for the AMG Development package on the C 63, which boosts horsepower by 30, upgrades the brakes, includes a limited-slip differential and track-calibrated suspension, raises the top speed, and adds a leather/faux suede steering wheel.
A new prepaid maintenance option was introduced for 2011 (excluding the C 63 AMG), covering standard maintenance for 3 years or 30,000 miles. Stand-alone options available across the range include 18-inch wheels, a panorama sunroof (excluding C 63), a rearview camera (requiring the Multimedia package), leather upholstery, heated front seats, keyless ignition/entry, satellite radio, the iPod interface, and a premium Harman Kardon surround-sound stereo, allowing for further customization of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C 300 AMG to individual preferences.
