2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C 63 Cabriolet
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C 63 Cabriolet is a 469-hp 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 convertible with an amg speedshift mct 7-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $72,850 MSRP and is rated at 19 mpg combined.
It makes 469 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 479 lb-ft of torque at 1750-4500 rpm, spinning to a 7,000 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (19 mpg combined).
The C-Class measures 187.0 inches long on a 111.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,206 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Convertible |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $72,850 |
| MSRP with Destination | $73,775 |
| Destination Charge | $925 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 Biturbo |
| Displacement | 3.982 L |
| Horsepower | 469 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft @ 1750-4500 rpm |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4-valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 92.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-Speed |
| 1st Gear | 4.38 (40 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 2.86 (62 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.92 (92 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.37 (128 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 1 (176 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.82 (215 mph **) |
| 7th Gear | 0.73 (241 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.42 |
| Final Drive | 3.06 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent multi-link with coil spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping and tubular torsion bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link with coil spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping and tubular torsion bar |
| Turning Diameter | 37.1 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.2 in. diameter |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.2 in. diameter |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9.0J x 18 in. (Cast) |
| Wheels Rear | 10.5J x 18 in. (Cast) |
| Tires Front | 255/40 R18 |
| Tires Rear | 285/35 R18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187 in |
| Width | 73.9 in |
| Height | 55.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in |
| Front Track | 64.4 in |
| Rear Track | 62.7 in |
| Ground Clearance | 4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,206 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2 DR RWD).
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS.
253 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS
Owner Complaints
253 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-CLASS (12 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 13 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 83 |
| Unknown Or Other | 38 |
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 |
| Seat Belts | 26 |
| Structure | 26 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.