Mercedes-Benz Launches New C160 Entry-Level Model In Germany

Mercedes-Benz has introduced a new entry-level model for the C-Class family, the C160, which is available both as a sedan and estate.

Going on sale as of today in Germany, the Mercedes-Benz C160 is available exclusively with a six-speed manual transmission. The engine is a 1.6-liter four-cylinder petrol producing 127hp (129PS), which makes it 29PS less powerful than the previous base petrol model, the C180.

No performance or fuel economy specs have been released yet. Prices for the new versions start from €31,683.75 for the sedan and €33,349.75 for the estate, with the first deliveries expected in June.

This year the C-Class family will get a new body style, the C-Class Coupe which will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. A C-Class Convertible is expected in 2016, with Mercedes-Benz also said to consider a four-door coupe version to rival the BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe.

Note: Mercedes-Benz C220 BlueTec pictured

Story references: Blog Mercedes-Benz Passion

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