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The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG C63 is a high-performance passenger car featuring a powerful 4.0L V8 engine (M177) producing 469 hp, with a price starting at $69,900. It includes standard features like Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), and Blind Spot Warning (BSW). Safety elements consist of front and side airbags for the 1st and 2nd rows, along with Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking (PAEB). Notably absent are Dynamic Brake Support (DBS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), and Forward Collision Warning (FCW).

Decoded VIN:

Make

MERCEDES-BENZ

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

C-Class

Model Year

2020

Plant City

BREMEN

Series

AMG C63

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

GERMANY

Note

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Base Price ($)

69900

Body Class

Coupe

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)

4000

Displacement (CI)

244.0949763789

Displacement (L)

Engine Stroke Cycles

Engine Model

M177

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Valve Train Design

Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)

Engine Configuration

V-Shaped

Engine Brake (hp) From

469

Cooling Type

Water

Other Engine Info

DFI, TC, L-9

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

The vehicle lacks Dynamic Brake Support, which might impact its braking efficiency in emergency situations.

High engine brake horsepower (hp)

With an engine brake horsepower of 469, the vehicle may experience increased wear and tear on engine components due to higher stress and heat generation.

Complex engine configuration

The V-shaped engine configuration can be more complex and expensive to repair and maintain compared to simpler engine designs.

Potential issues with turbocharging (tc)

Turbocharged engines, like the M177, can face problems such as turbo lag, oil starvation, and higher maintenance costs.

Advanced direct fuel injection (dfi) maintenance

Direct Fuel Injection systems can be more prone to carbon buildup on intake valves, requiring more frequent maintenance.

High-performance engine wear and tear

The M177 engine, designed for high performance, may have a shorter lifespan and higher maintenance requirements compared to standard engines.

Model-specific issues

The 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class may have specific recalls or common issues related to its model year and design.

Electronic and sensor failures

Modern vehicles like the 2020 C-Class often have complex electronic systems that can fail or malfunction, leading to various operational issues.

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