Mercedes Cclass 2011 Owner's Manual

2011 C-Class

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Introducing the 2011 C-Class.

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C 300 Sport Sedan shown on covers with optional Iridium Silver metallic paint, 18" AMG alloy wheels and Premium 1 Package. C 300 Luxury Sedan shown above with optional Iridium Silver metallic paint and Premium 1 Package. C 350 Sport Sedan shown above right with optional Obsidian Black metallic paint.

A performance pedigree. A luxury legacy.

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Engineering starts with a soul.

What drives us to engineer a sedan not just to pass countless trials of endurance, safe ty, comfort and performance, but to stand the test

of time? It begins with the sa me passion and ingenuity that inven ted the ﬁrst car, won the ﬁrst auto race, and buil t an unmatched 125‑year

legacy of driving innovation. Our heritage is not just where we’ve been, though — it’s who we are. And it’s what inspires Mercedes‑Benz to

keep making new history, and to set the pace for an industry. Swift, sporty and sophisticated, every 2011 C ‑ Class Sport Sedan and Luxury

Sedan embodies the enthusiasm, conﬁdence and quality leadership that have made the Three ‑ Pointed Star a source o f inspiration for all

cars — and drivers — for generatio ns. And it’s living proof that the right car for changing times is one that anticipates the needs of tomorrow.

From its very soul, the C‑Class is crafted not just to express the driving passion of its engineers, but to bring yours to life as well.

Tuned on the racetrack. With a soundtrack to match.

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The C 300 and C 350 Sport Sedans. From the bold Star in its slatted grille t o the growl of its exhaust, a C‑ Class Sport Sedan plays up its ﬁnely tuned performance

every where you look, listen or drive. A lowered, sport‑tuned susp ension takes a conﬁdent stance on staggered‑w idth 17" wheels. New LED Daytime Running Lamps

call your eyes to the deep front air dam. The wind sweeps along sculpted side sills to the wraparound rear valance, where dual polished chrome tips play the powerful

musical score of a sound‑optimized exhaust. A harmony of mellow tones ﬁlls the cockpit, with smooth aluminu m trim in the C 300, or rich Bla ck Birdseye Maple wood

in the C 350. And in either model, sport‑contoured front seats, rubber‑studded aluminum pedals and a 3‑ spoke sport steering wheel let you be the maestro of it all.

Contrasting. New dark‑ tinted headlamp inlays and bright

white LED Daytime Running Lamps add to the aggressive visage of the Sport Sedans. The optional Lighting Package adds the night‑piercing brilliance of Bi‑Xenon headlamps featuring chrome surrounds and Active Curve Illumination, along with headlamp washers and LED rear turn signals.

Compelling. With a 228 ‑hp V‑6 and either a short‑ throw

6‑speed manual gearbox or optional driver‑adaptive 7‑speed automatic, the C 300 Sport Sedan accelerates to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds.1 The C 300 also offers the option of 4matic™ all‑ wheel drive. The C 350 is driven by a 268‑hp V‑6 and the 7‑speed automatic, and can run 0–60 in just 6.1 seconds.

Commanding. Staggered‑ width wheels are wider at the

rear axle, to balance surefooted acceleration with crisp steering feedback. The standard 17" alloy wheels, with distinctive 5‑spoke designs for the C 300 (shown) and C 350, each offer an enticing view of the perforated front brake discs. 18" AMG twin 5‑spoke wheels are optional.

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C 300 Sport Sedan shown with Arctic White paint and optional Lighting and Premium 1 Packages. Please see endnotes at back of brochure.

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C 300 Luxury Sedan shown with optional Sand Beige metallic paint and Premium 1 Package. Please see endnotes at back of brochure.

Tradition with a twist. Refinement with a well-honed edge.

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The C 300 Luxury Sedan. When your heritage includes some of the m ost celebrated luxury cars in hi story, traditions tend to run deep. But a Mercedes‑Benz doesn’ t

rest on its legacy, it drives it forward with constant innovation. L ike its ancestors, the C 300 Luxury Sedan wraps its rich reﬁnement in a body imbued with bank‑vault

solidity and athletic grace. But it takes to the road with the fresh pas sion of a smooth V‑6 and 7‑speed automatic transmission, and the refreshing poise of an ingenious

comfort‑tuned AGILITY CONTROL suspension and 17" alloy wheels. Run your hands along the polished wood trim of its cabin or the gleaming Star atop its grille, and

you’ll touch the character of the C 300 Luxury Sedan: reﬁnement on ever y surface, and smoothness in every curve. That’s exactly what you’ll fee l when you drive it, too.

Enjoyable. The ﬁnely crafted cabin of the C 300 Luxury

Sedan treats you to generous space and gracious details. From hand‑ polished Burl Walnut wood trim to automatic headlamps and a hands‑free Bluetooth® interface,3 tradition and technology collaborate to make every drive rewarding.

Engaging. The eager, efﬁcient performance of a 228‑hp

V‑6 and driver‑adaptive 7‑speed automatic transmission deliver invigorating response for passing and merging. The 4‑ wheel independent multilink suspension is calibrated to balance reﬁned ride comfort with precise handling control.

Elegant. The brilliant Star standing proudly above its wide

chrome grille reﬂects a deep devotion to quality. Subtle chrome accents, 17" split 5‑spoke alloy wheels and reﬁned sculpting of its bodywork underscore a design that grips the road and slips through the wind with quiet efﬁciency.