More sophisticated electronics are coming of course, including internet access.
While Christmas auto advertising is in full swing for “great deals” on wheels, Mercedes-Benz has released photos of a revised C-Class compact due next year. The sedan is changed on both exterior ends from a mild facelift with new bumpers, headlights and trim. M-B claims that the interior has a “dramatic new dashboard, which features a premium finish and stylish trim elements, as well as a high-resolution color display in the instrument cluster.”
Two revised direct injection engines – four-cylinder and V6 - and an updated 7-speed automatic transmission are promised. AMG coming to U.S.?
Two revised direct injection engines – 1.8-liter four-cylinder and 3.5-liter V6 – and a revised 7-speed automatic transmission are expected, along with better fuel economy when the C-Class arrives in U.S. dealer showrooms during the summer of 2011 after a March debut in Europe.
A long rumored upgraded AMG performance version is also due to start a rollout in June, with unknown prospects in the U.S. where the
current C63 model is on sale for $60,000 with its 451 horsepower V8. For the normal baby Benz, prices range from $34,000 to $40,000.
Five new electronic systems will be available: a drowsiness detection system is standard; there are also adaptive highbeam assist, park assist w/parktronic, lane keeping assist and blind spot assist.
