The busybodies at Kicherer have released details on their latest tuning package, this time the modifications and upgrades are awarded to the Mercedes C-Class Estate and more specifically the 320 CDI 4 Matic model.
As always the engineers headed straight to the front of the car and dug deep under the hood, a modest improvement is made on the power generated from the 3.0-liter V6 engine with a figure of 265hp and 600Nm of torque – up from 224hp and 510Nm. The upgrade allows the model to shoot from 0-100km/h in less than 6.7 seconds.
The exterior look comes courtesy of an AMG bodykit and Kicherer further enhance the ride experience with a ride-lowering suspension kit and a set of forged 19inch RS-1 wheels. Kicherer finish the package off with mild interior enhancements that include a two-tone leather upholstery, a Kicherer speedometer and a leather/wood steering wheel.
Well off, athletic, handsome, modest, well-mannered and in peak physical condition. Sounds like the man most women would kill for. However, we are actually talking about an estate car that most family men would like to keep in their garage. It seems as if the saloon car polished up by KICHERER incorporates all qualities a good automobile can be proud of.
The outward appearance is a sportive understatement devoid of tedious sensationalism. This effect is achieved by a decent AMG bodykit, a lower suspension setting by KICHERER with a dynamic accent and by the forged KICHERER 19” RS-1 wheels. Beneath the bonnet, the C-Class is thoroughly fit as well. The standard performance has been increased from 224 hp to 265 hp and the torque from 510 to 600 Nm. Thus, the frugal diesel vehicle reaches the 100 km mark in less than 6.7 seconds.
Those who assume that such a sportive layout can only be achieved by pure asceticism will be even more surprised when they catch a glimpse of the interior. Here, you may wallow in the luxury that the complete two-colour leather interior provides. The driver caresses a fine leather-and-wood sports wheel – and even the feet may rest on floor mats provided with a nappa leather bordering.
Also the standard speedometer had to give way to its successor since the new speed dimensions required a new scaling, and, besides, that little Kicherer logo betrays where this prodigy of precision actually comes from.
I thought Benz did away with the 3.0 CDI in the C-Class in favor of the Bluetec diesel when the model changeover happened? Neither diesel is available here in the US in the C, (and neither is the wagon), so forgive me for being behind.
3.0....or 3.2, it still sux. it is a 3 litre and its name is 320 cdi? once again mercedes` originality and creativity pales in comparison with ...with...vw..audi..bmw..hell even god. they are so smart they even name the AMGs 60, 62, 63, 65 ... but they all have 6 litre engine. or just like in the case of the new C class. C200, 220 and 250. but in fact, it is a 2000 cmc. as far for the pathetic 320, if it is better than audi/vw, how come it produces only 224bhp, compared to audis 240bhp. of course the power alone doesent makes it better. but come on... everyone knows that vw engines are pretty much bullet proof. and much cheaper and ergonomic, economic that a mercedes engine. until the last 320 was repalced, that was a 3199 cmc, with 206 or 216 bhp? damn... ask urself if that amount of power and cc's diserve the taxes. one day ull become a great mathematician bro.
first of all the 535d is a 3.0 litre not a 3.5 as you think second of all Audi has always had the best diesel engines and still have. They might not be thee most powerfu of all engines but they are cleaner and more eco friendly than any other so dont rush ahead of things just cause you are not awear of things. LOL just that you think the 535d is a 3.5 litre and not a 3.0 litre just shows how little you know about things
The 63 amg is Actually 6.2 litre and diesels are often named as a bit higher if they have turbos or something like it. Like the BMW 318 is actually 2.0 but its been detuned and the 323 is the same engine but with a higher output. Quite simple
