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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43

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Rating8.5

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$52,000 - $60,400
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Absolutely the best quality interior offered in the segment

Unintuitive and confusing touchpad-based infotainment interface

AMG C450 renamed to AMG C 43

Feature-rich and loaded with tech

Optional packages cost an awful lot

New transmission

Fun and engaging driving dynamics and a potent powertrain under the hood

Intrusive engine stop-start feature

Specs & Features

$52,000

price

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

horsepower

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

9-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the compact sedan segment. With a single trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Sedan has a base MSRP of $52,000, competing directly with the Jaguar XE Sedan, the Infiniti Q50 RED SPORT 400, and the BMW 3 Series Sedan. Only a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine is offered, mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 362 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.6 seconds, the AMG C 43 Sedan maintains a combined fuel economy of 23 MPG. Mercedes offers the AMG C 43 Sedan in 11 stunning colors, with the Selenite Gray Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Sedan is an engaging-to-drive sedan in its class. There is just a single trim offered while there are some packages and optional features you could equip. We suggest not to overlook the AMG Performance Exhaust System for an additional $1,250.

Trims

    Base
    $52,000 onwards
    • Caithness/leather seat trim

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Engine

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Rating

8.5

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5250 rpm

Torque

384 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

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2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		4.1 sec12.7 sec160 mph
    		3.7 sec11.9 sec180 mph
    		3.8 sec-189 mph
    		3.9 sec12 sec180 mph
    		4.54 sec-113 mph
    2017 BMW M3

    Ranked #6

    		4.9 sec13.3 sec130 mph
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    2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		20 mpg28 mpg23 mpg17.4 gal.348/487.2 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg17.4 gal.- -
      2017 Audi A6

      Ranked #1

      		24 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.8 gal.475.2/673.2 mi.
      		24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.
      		23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.8 gal.340.4/444 mi.
      		22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg19 gal.418/570 mi.

      2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		185.1 in.71.3 in.56.3 in.5 in.111.8 in.
        		201.4 in.75.3 in.58.5 in.6 in.117.9 in.
        		195.5 in.72.2 in.57.2 in.6 in.114.6 in.
        		195.2 in.78.2 in.57.4 in.4.1 in.116.5 in.
        		194.6 in.73.5 in.58.2 in.5.7 in.117.1 in.
        2017 Audi A6

        Ranked #5

        		194.2 in.73.8 in.57.8 in.7 in.114.6 in.

        2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		12.6 cu.ft.--
          		14.7 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.15.9 cu.ft.
          		12.6 cu.ft.-78.6 cu.ft.
          		-88.2 cu.ft.53.2 cu.ft.
          2017 BMW M3

          Ranked #4

          		13 cu.ft.62.5 cu.ft.15.2 cu.ft.
          		13.7 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.

          2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		-12.6 cu.ft.--
            		12.4 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.-
            		21.6 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.110 ft.
            		16.9 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.16.9 cu.ft.-
            		-13.1 cu.ft.--
            2017 Audi A6

            Ranked #6

            		6.9 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-

            2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3759 lbs.
              		1324 lbs.3350 lbs.
              		-4224 lbs.
              		1080 lbs.3450 lbs.
              		-3856 lbs.
              2017 Audi A6

              Ranked #1

              		-3858 lbs.

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