C-CLASS – 1993-00

Launched as a replacement for the trend setting 190, the mid-sized and totally new C-Class was available first as a four-door saloon and later as a five-door estate. The new model was longer than the outgoing one but featured more usable cabin space. Just like its predecessor, the good looking new ‘Baby Benz’ continued to attract new, younger owners into the Mercedes-Benz fold. Engine choices offered over the C-Class range included a 1799/1998/2199 or 2295cc inline four, a 2398cc OHC V6, a 2779/3606cc straight-six and a 4266/5439cc V8. Diesel options included DOHC 2155cc or a 2497cc straight five. The C230 introduced the company’s first modern supercharged or Kompressor engine since the ‘Thirties and a mild facelift in 1997 resulted in the C-Class range featuring a version that would appeal to all tastes.