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The Mercedes C 250 CDI Blue EFFICIENCY Prime Edition is powered by a new 2.2 liter diesel engine that produces 150 kW / 204 hp and 500 Nm of torque and capable of launching the premiere model from a standstill to 62mph in just 7.0 seconds, on the way to its top speed of 155mph. What is surprising is that it does the above on the cheap, on average consuming a mere 5.2 liters of fuel per 100 km or roughly 1.3 gallons per 60 miles. CO2 emissions are at a low 138 grams/km. No wonder that the new engine will replace four of Mercedes’ existing diesel power plants and will be/is installed in E, GLK Class and the much awaited E-Class Coupé.
Based on the C Class saloon of the Advantage equipment line, the Mercedes C 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Prime Edition comes equipped with: PRE-SAFE the preventive emergency system that cooperates with the Brake Assist PLUS in order to warn the driver if the distance between him and a car in front gets critical. This is possible thanks to radars installed on the front of the car. The PRE-SAFE system also calculates the most effective braking, so even if the driver jams on the brakes, the car automatically uses as much brake power as required for safe deceleration. If a crash is inevitable, the PRE-SAFE system tightens the seat belts, automatically closes windows, and the seats’ positions are adjusted in order to minimize the effect of the crash. The Intelligent Light System that adapts itself to the weather and driving conditions and increases the visibility by up to 50 meters. AGILITY CONTROL package with situation-responsive shock absorber control and 16-inch light-alloy wheels as standard or at a no cost option, 16-inch light-alloy wheels in sporty 7-spoke design and 17-inch light-alloy wheels in 5-twin-spoke design with wide base tires are available are also available.
Also included as standard equipment among other things is the Audio 20 infotainment system that has a keypad to enter telephone numbers and radio frequencies, as well as a Bluetooth interface that connects the mobile phone wirelessly with the hands-free feature and floor mats have the words “Prime Edition” on it just in case your passengers didn’t notice.
