Is the Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG a performance car?

Is the Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG a performance car?

A pair of wicked runners from the performance office. Until now, AMG has always worked on the theory that the bigger the number the more powerful and faster the car. The new C32 is the exception to the rule at the performance division of Mercedes-Benz.

Why does the AMG C32 have a Kompressor badge?

It’s a sensitive issue, one that’s directly responsible for AMG’s adding an oversized V-6 Kompressor badge to the flanks. The theory being that a V-6 plus a supercharger elevates the C32 beyond the V-8 powered C43 to bring real street credibility to Mercedes’ latest supersedan.

What kind of handling does a Mercedes C32 have?

The C32’s reactions at the limit are measured, predictable, confident. Introduce the ESP to the equation, and the handling is tidy and quick, although the natural tendency to mild understeer can’t be avoided. It’s so casually quick, the ability to sustain speed is deceptive.

What’s the top speed of a Mercedes C32?

This on midgrade fuel, not the more expensive premium gas BMW recommends. Powering its way to the electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, the C32 slips swiftly from fourth to fifth at 149 mph and charges forward without any tangible let up in the way the driver is pushed back into the seat.

A pair of wicked runners from the performance office. Until now, AMG has always worked on the theory that the bigger the number the more powerful and faster the car. The new C32 is the exception to the rule at the performance division of Mercedes-Benz.

What kind of engine does a Mercedes-Benz C 32 have?

5) in 2002, the model with 4-door sedan body and V-6 3199 cm3 / 195.5 cui engine size, 260 kW / 354 PS / 349 hp (ECE) of power, 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft of torque, 5-speed automatic with manual shift mode powertrain for Europe .

It’s a sensitive issue, one that’s directly responsible for AMG’s adding an oversized V-6 Kompressor badge to the flanks. The theory being that a V-6 plus a supercharger elevates the C32 beyond the V-8 powered C43 to bring real street credibility to Mercedes’ latest supersedan.

The C32’s reactions at the limit are measured, predictable, confident. Introduce the ESP to the equation, and the handling is tidy and quick, although the natural tendency to mild understeer can’t be avoided. It’s so casually quick, the ability to sustain speed is deceptive.

What kind of engine does a Mercedes AMG have?

The V-8-powered C43 AMG has been replaced with the C32 AMG, powered by a supercharged version of Mercedes’ 3.2-liter, twin-ignition, 3-valve 90-degree V-6 with an output of 354 bhp at 6100 rpm and 332 lb.-ft. of torque at 4400 rpm.

Why are the Mercedes C32 AMG badges out of character?

The theory being that a V-6 plus a supercharger elevates the C32 beyond the V-8 powered C43 to bring real street credibility to Mercedes’ latest supersedan. The badges are totally out of character with the C32’s discreet appearance.

The theory being that a V-6 plus a supercharger elevates the C32 beyond the V-8 powered C43 to bring real street credibility to Mercedes’ latest supersedan. The badges are totally out of character with the C32’s discreet appearance.

What’s the price of a 2002 Mercedes Benz C32?

With its $51,635 starting price, the C32 is the least expensive 2002 AMG product. It’s also, for the first time in high-performance C-Class history, a true match to its nemesis, the BMW M3.

5) in 2002, the model with 4-door sedan body and V-6 3199 cm3 / 195.5 cui engine size, 260 kW / 354 PS / 349 hp (ECE) of power, 450 Nm / 332 lb-ft of torque, 5-speed automatic with manual shift mode powertrain for Europe .

With its $51,635 starting price, the C32 is the least expensive 2002 AMG product. It’s also, for the first time in high-performance C-Class history, a true match to its nemesis, the BMW M3.

What kind of tuning does Mercedes C32 use?

The C32 joins the CLK55, SLK32, E55, S55, CL55 and the ML55 in the AMG stable. AMG, Mercedes’ in-house tuning division, is given the mission to expand the performance envelope of Mercedes products while still providing high levels of technology, refinement and luxury.

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