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DaimlerChrysler Press Text written by Cypselus von Frankenberg, July 25th 2000 plus add. info from an article from German car magazine "Auto Motor und Sport", issue 16/2000 written by Thomas Fischer

Mercedes-Benz C 32 AMG: supreme high-torque performance from supercharged six-cylinder power plant

· Dynamic supercharged performance: 3.2-liter V6 produces 260kW/354hp
· Unrivalled torque: 450-newton-meter maximum outclasses the competition
· Big on fun, frugal on fuel: just 11,3 liters of premium unleaded per 100 km
· Future: AMG committed to high-performance supercharged engines

 Stuttgart – Following the extremely successful launch of the new C-Class, Mercedes-AMG GmbH is proud to present the top model of the new range, the C 32 AMG. The exceptional qualities of this compact sports sedan, which will arrive in the showrooms in spring 2001, are reflected in its impressive technical credentials: equipped with a compressor-type supercharger, the 3.2-liter V6 engine generates 260 kW/354 hp while its remarkable maximum torque of 450 newton meters outclasses every other series production car in this segment, demonstrating, once again, that Mercedes-AMG GmbH is second to none when it comes to developing outstanding high-performance automobiles.
 "The new C 32 AMG represents a logical progression in our highly successful model strategy. We have created the sportiest C-Class ever in order to offer our demanding clients a state-of-the-art sports sedan which provides a truly engaging driving experience. With its powerful yet decidedly eco-friendly supercharged engine, it turns every mile into an unashamed celebration of dynamic driving pleasure," says Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard, Head of the managerial board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH. "As far as the direct competition is concerned, the C 32 AMG will be the benchmark for some time to come. But the AMG version of the new C-Class is only the beginning: Mercedes-AMG GmbH will be providing even more striking examples of its expertise with high-performance supercharged engines in the future."

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Success story: AMG has produced some 9000 C-Class sports sedans
 The C 32 AMG replaces the successful eight-cylinder C 43 AMG and C 55 AMG models, of which a total of 4200 were made. Together with the C 36 AMG, the very first model built entirely by AMG, a total of some 9000 sports versions of the C-Class rolled out of the production facilities in Affalterbach and Bremen between 1994 and May 2000.
 The C 32 AMG has everything it takes to continue this success story. Mercedes-AMG GmbH expects to see strong demand for the new model in all its core markets and aims to build about 3500 models each year.

New benchmark: high torque from an exceptionally eco-friendly engine
 The C 32 AMG opens up a new dimension of high-torque performance. The maximum torque of 450 newton meters which is achieved at 4400 rpm clearly sets the new V6 supercharged engine apart from all current competitors in the medium sports segment. But the peak torque is only part of the story: the torque band of the supercharged six-cylinder engine is equally impressive. Over 400 newton meters of torque are available at just 2300 rpm and remain on tap right up to the rated speed of 6100 rpm, giving the car truly outstanding dynamic potential. The C 32 AMG accelerates to 100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds and has a maximum speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited).
 Needless to say, the C 32 AMG also lives up to Mercedes-AMG's high environmental standards. With NEDC combined fuel consumption of just 11,3 liters of premium unleaded (95 RON) per 100 km, this high-power sedan clearly demonstrates that it is possible to reconcile sporty performance with environmental responsibility - something which is also underlined by the fact that the new C 32 AMG already complies with the particularly demanding EU 4 standard which comes into force in 2005.

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Transmission and chassis: state-of-the-art perfection
 The Mercedes-Benz C 32 AMG delivers its formidable power via a five-speed automatic transmission with tip selector. Specially enhanced shift points (courtesy of the Mercedes-AMG engineers) make for faster selection in all speed ranges.
  The specially retuned chassis provides sporty handling with a high level of comfort. Major differences compared with the suspension set-up on the C 320 include retuned spring-damper units all round and a body which is approximately 30 mm lower at the front and rear axles. Precise road contact is taken care of by 17-inch AMG light alloy wheels (7.5 inches wide at the front and 8.5 inches wide at the rear). The new C 32 AMG features 225/45 R 17 tires at the front and 245/40 R 17 rubber at the rear, while the newly developed AMG braking system is always ready to deliver the necessary stopping power with its 345 x 30 mm internally ventilated perforated disk brakes at the front and 300 x 22 mm internally ventilated disk brakes at the rear. Driving safety is enhanced still further thanks to ABS, ESP®, ASR and the Brake Assist system.

Design and interior: the ultimate combination of exclusivity and driving comfort

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 The striking AMG styling features a number of visual cues which clearly link the new Mercedes-Benz C 32 AMG with all the other high-performance automobiles produced by Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The powerful sweep of the front air dam with its integral fog lights, the special side-skirt panels and the muscular rear apron leave no doubt as to the dynamic qualities of this sporty new top-of-the-range
C-Class model. The harmony of the overall effect is completed by the distinctive rear muffler with the characteristic AMG "dual oval" chrome tailpipe which also produces an unmistakably sporty engine sound.
 The striking exterior is complemented by the exclusive, stylish interior with its superb appointments: these include the special AMG instrument cluster with a speedometer calibrated up to 300 km/h, an ergonomically optimized AMG sports steering wheel in leather and AMG sports seats (upholstered in exclusive nappa leather as standard) which are specially shaped to provide optimum lateral support.

Additional info from an article from German car magazine "Auto Motor und Sport", issue 16/2000 written by Thomas Fischer: The unlimited top speed is 284km/h ((176mph)). The price will be roughly DM 112.000,-- (USD 53.000 assumed USD 1= DM 2.10, that is twice the German price of a C200 Kompressor; prices include German VAT at 16 percent). Date of introduction of the car will be May 2001 as latest. In autumn 2001 the C32 will also be available as T-Model (station wagon). The C32's weight ready for driving is 70kg higher than the C320's. AMG CEO Wolfgang Bernhard said: "In the future there will be an AMG-version directly at the same time a new Mercedes series starts". AMS adds that Bernhard is really mad about the fact that tuners like Brabus, Carlsson and Lorinser were quicker and offer conversions already now, whilst the C32 AMG will be available nine months later only and explained why the C32 is not ready earlier: "The go for the C32 could be given at the beginning of 1999 only and then began the race against time". AMS adds that the engine had to be modified far-reaching under the condition to meet the strict quality demands of Mercedes which includes the notorious long-term runs as well as summer- and winter-tests.  Info translation and compilation by MBEP webmaster

 

Technical Data Mercedes-Benz C 32 AMG W203

Engine

No. of cylinders/arrangement		6/V, 3 valves per cylinder
Displacement	cm3	3199
Bore x stroke	mm	89.9 x 84.0
Rated output	kW/hp	260/354 at 6100 rpm
Rated torque	Nm	450 at 4400 rpm
Compression ratio		9.0 : 1
Mixture formation		Microprocessor-controlled gasoline injection, supercharger

Transmission

Transmission type	5-speed automatic (C32 comes with 5-speed automatic only)
Transmission ratios Final drive 1st gear 2nd gear 3rd gear 4th gear 5th gear Reverse	3.06 3.59 2.19 1.41 1.00 0.83 3.16

Chassis

Front axle three-link axle, McPherson struts, anti-dive control, coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers, stabilizer bar Rear axle multi-link independent suspension, anti-squat and anti-dive control, coil springs, gas-filled shock absorbers, stabilizer bar Brakes hydraulic dual-circuit brakes with vacuum booster, stepped master brake cylinder, internally ventilated and perforated front disk brakes, internally ventilated rear disk brakes, drum-type rear parking brake, ABS, ASR, Brake Assist, ESP® Steering rack-and-pinion power steering, steering shock-absorber Wheels front: 7.5 x 17 ET 37; rear: 8.5 x 17 ET 30 Tires front: 225/45 ZR 17; rear 245/40 ZR 17 Photo copyright: DaimlerChrysler    Further preparation for the web by MBEP webmaster

Dimensions and weights

Wheelbase	mm	2715
Track front/rear	mm	1493/1478
Overall – length	mm	4528
Overall – width	mm	1728
Overall – height	mm	1400*
Turning circle	m	10.76
Trunk capacity max.**	litres	455
Weight ready for driving (EU)	kg	1635*
Payload	kg	480*
Permitted GVW	kg	2115*
Tank capacity/reserve l 62/8.0.	litres.	62/8.0

Performance and fuel consumption

Acceleration 0-100 km/h	sec.	5.2*
Top speed	km/h	250
Fuel consumption NEDC combined	l/100 km	11,3*
Emissions category		EU 4

* provisional values   **per VDA measurement procedure

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