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This 2020 Mercedes-Benz passenger car features a 3.0L V6 turbocharged engine with 362 hp and direct fuel injection. It comes standard with adaptive cruise control, anti-lock braking system, pedestrian automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, and a backup camera. The vehicle's base price is $55,950, and it includes advanced safety features like front and side airbags for both the 1st and 2nd rows. Built in East London, it boasts a 9-speed transmission and left-hand drive configuration.

Decoded VIN:

Make

MERCEDES-BENZ

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

C-Class

Model Year

2020

Plant City

EAST LONDON

Series

AMG C43

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

SOUTH AFRICA

Note

Some of the decoding information provided may vary for non-U.S. market vehicles.

Base Price ($)

55950

Body Class

Sedan/Saloon

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Wheel Base (inches) From

111.80

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Number of Wheels

Wheel Size Front (inches)

Wheel Size Rear (inches)

Steering Location

Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Transmission Style

Automatic

Transmission Speeds

Axles

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

3000.0

Displacement (CI)

183.07123228419

Displacement (L)

3.0

Engine Stroke Cycles

Engine Model

M276

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Valve Train Design

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Engine Brake (hp) From

362

Cooling Type

Water

Other Engine Info

Direct Fuel Injection

Turbo

Yes

Engine Manufacturer

Daimler

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Type 2 seat belts for all occupants. Seat belts on all outboard designated seating positions are equipped with load limiters and pretensioners.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st and 2nd Rows

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Standard

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Standard

Traction Control

Standard

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs

Not Available

Automatic Pedestrian Alerting Sound (for Hybrid and EV only)

Not Available

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

Not Available

Keyless Ignition

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Standard

Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)

Not Available

Blind Spot Warning (BSW)

Standard

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)

Not Available

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

Not Available

Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)

Not Available

Backup Camera

Standard

Parking Assist

Not Available

Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)

Not Available

Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB)

Standard

Automatic Crash Notification (ACN) / Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN)

Not Available

Daytime Running Light (DRL)

Standard

Headlamp Light Source

LED

Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching

Not Available

Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)

Not Available

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Not Available

Most common problems:

Dynamic brake support (dbs) not available

Without Dynamic Brake Support, the vehicle may have less assistance in emergency braking situations, potentially increasing stopping distances and the risk of collision.

Engine brake (hp) from 362

While 362 horsepower is substantial, any reduction in performance over time could indicate engine wear or other issues.

Engine configuration v-shaped

V-shaped engines can sometimes be more complex to service and maintain compared to inline configurations, potentially leading to higher maintenance costs.

Engine manufacturer daimler

As a high-performance manufacturer, parts and service for Daimler engines may be more expensive than for other brands.

Engine model m276

The M276 engine has been known to have issues with timing chain tensioners, which can lead to increased noise and potential engine damage if not addressed.

Engine number of cylinders 6

Six-cylinder engines can be more fuel-efficient than larger engines but may still consume more fuel than smaller four-cylinder options.

Engine stroke cycles 4

Four-stroke engines are common and reliable, but any deviation in performance (e.g., misfires or loss of power) could indicate issues such as spark plug wear or fuel system problems.

Make mercedes-benz

Mercedes-Benz vehicles are known for their luxury and performance but can be expensive to repair and maintain.

Model c-class

The C-Class is generally reliable but may suffer from common problems such as electrical issues, suspension wear, and transmission problems over time.

Model year 2020

Newer models like the 2020 C-Class may have fewer issues but can still suffer from early manufacturing defects or recalls.

Other engine info direct fuel injection

Direct fuel injection can improve performance and efficiency but may also lead to carbon buildup on intake valves, requiring more frequent maintenance.

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