2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC breaks cover with 408 hp four-cylinder engine

Mercedes has taken the wraps off the newest addition to the AMG family - the 2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC, available in both sedan (W206) and wagon (S206) formats. With technology derived directly from engine of the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team, the new C 43 4MATIC features tons of visual as well as mechanical changes over its predecessor. Take a read to know in depth about the new AMG C 43 -
2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Powertrain
The biggest change to the new AMG C 43 is the new powertrain under the hood.The previous edition's 385 hp twin-turbo V6 makes way for a new 2.0-litre four-pot turbo-petrol mill that belts out 408 hp of max power and has a 500 Nm peak torque output. This engine is actually the world's first series-production unit to feature an electric exhaust gas turbocharger.
Mercedes claims that "the new form of turbocharging guarantees particularly spontaneous response across the entire rev range and thus offers an even more dynamic driving experience." The turbocharger is operated via a 48-volt electrical system, which also feeds the belt-driven starter-generator (RSG). The belt-driven starter-generator can add 14 extra hp in certain conditions, if required.

The engine is mated to a 9-speed automatic gearbox, along with an AMG Performance 4MATIC all-wheel drive system with rear-biased torque distribution. The new AMG C 43 also gets AMG Ride Control suspension with Adaptive Damping System. Mercedes claims that the 2023 C 43 4MATIC sedan can accelerate from a standstill to 100 kmph in just 4.6 seconds, while the new C 43 Estate takes only slightly longer for the same exercise, at 4.7 seconds.
The top speed is electronically limited to 250 kmph in both models. However, by adding the optional AMG Driver's Package, it can be raised to 265 kmph in each case. Moreover, there is also an 'AMG Real Performance Sound' option, which picks up actual engine sound by a sensor in the exhaust system and feeds it into the interior.
2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Exterior
As compared to the regular C-Class sedan and wagon that they are respectively based on, the C 43 boast tons of AMG-specific bits to help them stand out. The two cars come equipped with the the Panamericana grille up front with vertical struts in chrome, along with two round twin-tailpipe trim elements at the rear.

Both the Saloon and Estate versions obviously get AMG front and rear bumpers, side skirts and a diffuser-like rear apron. Also on offer are 18-inch AMG light-alloy wheels, but you can upsize them to 19- or even 20-inch units.
2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Interior
On the inside, you get AMG seats upholstered with Artico artificial leather and Microcut microfibre with red contrast stitching and red seat belts. Leather and Nappa Leather seat covers are optional extras. Other highlights include an AMG Performance steering wheel with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles, carbon-fibre trim, AMG sports pedals as well as AMG-branded floor mats and illuminated door sill trims.

The MBUX infotainment system includes various AMG-specific displays and functions, including special displays in the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, in the vertically-stacked 11.9-inch infotainment display in the centre console and in the optional head-up display. There are also shortcut buttons for the AMG Dynamic Select drive modes and AMG Track Pace for drivers who want to log data during their time out on a race track.