2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class CKD goes on sale in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR: While launching the all-new fully-imported C-Class back in February, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia confirmed the arrival of its locally-assembled version for H2 2022. And as per the promise, here the local arm of the German auto giant introduces the all-new C-Class CKD model.

The sedan is locally assembled at the Mercedes-Benz production facility in Pekan, Pahang and continues to be offered in two variants as earlier. However, the prices are slashed by up to RM 17,000. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class CKD price list is as follows - 

2022 Mercedes-Benz C-Class CKD	Price (on-the-road without insurance, inclusive of SST)
C200 Avantgarde	RM 287,888  (RM 12,000 less than CBU)
C300 AMG Line	RM 327,888 (RM 17,000 less than CBU)

 The above-mentioned prices also include a four-year, unlimited mileage manufacturer’s warranty.

Sagree Sardien, CEO & President, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, “The C-Class has been our best selling model to date. Since its introduction as the 190, over 10.5 million Mercedes-Benz C-Class have been delivered globally and we are confident this new localized C-Class will be well-accepted by our customers. As part of our continuous commitment to the local market in the luxury automotive sector, the C-Class which debuted earlier this year, is now proudly assembled in our production facility, in Pekan and will further cater to the individual requirements of our esteemed customers. We are excited and confident to continue the success story of our bestselling model in Malaysia.”

Michael Jopp, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia said, "Our customers have always loved the C-Class, because it has always been top with regard to comfort and technology as well as to spaciousness and design. These two new additions to our local production line are testament of our commitment to further expand our local foothold and increased investment in the local automotive sector. The C-Class is truly one-of-a-kind.”

In terms of specifications, the locally-assembled C-Class is almost identical to the imported version with just a couple of additions. It now features a hand-free powered boot and a Pre-Safe anticipatory occupant protection system. 

Rest of the kit remains unchanged from before. The base-spec C 200 features the Avantgarde exterior pack mated to 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, while the C 300 is decked up with the AMG Line body kit with a pair of 19-inch AMG multi-spoke wheels. The range-topping version also comes equipped with a distinctive “Mercedes-Benz pattern grille” housing the star design mesh alongside a panoramic sunroof, however, the LED High-Performance headlights coupled with an adaptive high-beam system and LED tail lights are standard across the range.

Inside, the locally-assembled sedan comes with a bucket load of features, including a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, 11.9-inch vertical infotainment unit paired with the MBUX operating system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity, "Hey Mercedes" voice assistant, Qi Wireless charging pad, leather-wrapped sports steering wheel, comfort seats, Thermatic Automatic climate control system, keyless entry and start, 64-colour ambient lighting and more.

The AMG Line adds Augmented-reality navigation, Sports seats, and a Nappa-leather-wrapped steering wheel to the list.

Both variants are powered by a mild-hybrid mill, but with a different combination. 

Specs	C200 Avantgarde	C300 AMG Line
Engine	1.5-litre 4-cylinder turbocharged with 204 hp between 5,800 - 6,100 rpm and 300 Nm between 1,800 - 4,000 rpm	2.0-litre turbocharged inline-four with 258 hp at 5,800 rpm and 400 Nm between 2,000 - 3,200 rpm
Electric motor	20 hp and 200 Nm	27 hp and 200 Nm of torque
Transmission	9G-Tronic automatic	9G-Tronic automatic gearbox
0-100 kmph acceleration	7.3 seconds	6 seconds
Top speed	246 kmph	250 kmph

As for safety, other than the new Pre-safe system, the kit remains unchanged with a Lane Tracking pack, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Brake Assist, Cruise Control, Active Parking Assist with Parktronic, Pedestrian protection, Tyre pressure monitoring system, and a reverse camera. 

The C-Class is the best-selling Mercedes-Benz car of the last decade in Malaysia. We hope the local assembly will take this success to the next level.

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