2023 Mercedes-AMG C 43 | Fewer Cylinders, More Fun

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Even with the various AMG appearance packages and the matte paint, the new C 43 is a stealthy but serious but serious sports sedan just waiting to be unleashed.
MSRP as-tested: $77,930
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@timw2083 4 ай бұрын

Enjoyed watching this while in my V8 IS500. I like the fact there's still competition in the sport sedan segment.

@timsautovision6145 4 ай бұрын

the Audi S4 is tens times better than this garbage 4 Cylinder car and is better than your slow IS500

@Kiss__Kiss 4 ай бұрын

@@timsautovision6145 Easy, tiger lol There's always room for competition. It's how the industry weighs-in and improves. I happen to own a B9 S4 Prestige. Great daily.

@timw2083 4 ай бұрын

@@timsautovision6145 lol, you're funny! I didn't want the C43, M340, S4 or anything else in the segment. But I'm glad great choices still exist. For now I can live with my slow IS500 just like my even slower LC500.

@tonyburton4976 4 ай бұрын

"On fleek!" Love that, Steve! As usual, an insightful, enjoyable review. Thanks!

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

😂😂

@lotreeblu 4 ай бұрын

Succinct, informative, to the point. Love your reviews !

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@bassandtrebleclef 4 ай бұрын

78k for a turbo 4? Doesn't the TLX loaded go for 58k?

@PorscheCayenneLover 4 ай бұрын

I wholeheartedly agree, anything north of $65K for a four-pot in a German vehicle is downright ludicrous.

@genderlessyoutubefanperson 3 ай бұрын

@@PorscheCayenneLover This is not your ordinary 4 pot. It is the legendary M139 hand built and fully forged engine with twin scroll turbo. It is amazing, I have 2023 GLA 45 AMG with this engine and I drove TLX before buying the AMG .....not even close to feel, handling, power, engine sound and character. Oh, and mine was 60 k MSRP I managed to get it for 56k USD. You do not need most of the options. DO not spec it more than 60-65 k, and look for a deal.

@MegaRetr 4 ай бұрын

Awesome Merc 😊 thanks for informative video 😊

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@faridalghali5246 4 ай бұрын

Have missed your reviews lately, Steve. Thanks for another great review. 👍

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Glad you like them!

@gregkramer5588 4 ай бұрын

Well done Steve!

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@kencoleman8929 4 ай бұрын

Good insight, I agree. Looking forward to the intro of the CLE's and their sixes as well. 👌👍👍

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Right on

@nqobilemahlaba2230 4 ай бұрын

It's a beautiful car inside and out and I'm sure it's a fast car. Unfortunately I really miss the V8 and V6.

@wl2486 4 ай бұрын

$78,000 is absolutely disgusting. You can get an Audi S5 sportback for literally $20,000 cheaper, and it will have 2 more cylinders + a sexier body + a much bigger trunk!

@ers1027 4 ай бұрын

Could even get into a G80 M3 for that.

@jkozelj714 4 ай бұрын

You nearly lost me at "on fleek," but boy that 69 (%) to the rear really got me back into it

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Ha!! Glad you stayed.

@jermainec2462 4 ай бұрын

We need an airline six variant ... For the sedan not just the coupe ...

@fuffthebucks7266 4 ай бұрын

Great review as always but Steve, my man, no one says 'on fleek' anymore

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

😂😂

@flyingdin1164 3 ай бұрын

Save yourself the money. Get the c300. This thing is basically that - a soulless 4 cylinder automatic.

@cisky1972 4 ай бұрын

Matte Grey has never been attractive IMO. Obsidian Black has been my favorite. It really sux to hear that the 63s will also be 4 bangers. Oh well!. Great review Steve.

@medellon 4 ай бұрын

Hello Steve. This or the m340i?

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

For me - this.

@bob808 4 ай бұрын

Even as a diehard Mercedes fan, I'm struggling with this one!

@genderlessyoutubefanperson 3 ай бұрын

I drove 2023 C43 AMG and 2023 GLA 45 AMG.... Bought GLA 45 immediately a month ago. Much better vehicle and more practical than the C43. The M 139 engine is a masterpiece. Do not be afraid. :)

@bob808 3 ай бұрын

@@genderlessyoutubefanperson I've driven an A45, and it was brilliant! I just don't think a C Class AMG should have a 4cyl.

@04tsxpower 4 ай бұрын

The big boy AMG’s? You mean the GLC with the same engine but electric boost?

@stevehammes 4 ай бұрын

Anything with a 63 on it.

@PorscheCayenneLover 4 ай бұрын

I love the exterior and interior design, but having a four-cylinder at this price is a HARD pass for me. It may be quick at 4.6, but it is disappointing that Mercedes-Benz is utilizing a four-cylinder at an AMG-lite. This type of engine belongs at the base model only, I hope enough complaints make Mercedes-Benz change their minds on this.

@williamhanna5235 4 ай бұрын

The problem is that this car feels like a C300 ~65% of the time. The base model, albeit with AMG night package which brings the car to over $55k, handles nearly as well and both make the same sounds in normal to moderate driving. I would understand the argument that the AMG-crafted 4 cylinder was designed to adhere with emission and consumption standards, but its improvement in efficiency is immaterial so it is hard to agree with their downsizing strategy. More so, it is frustrating to see a lack of distinction and feel across different caliber of cars. This car cements that the old AMGs will forever have a special place in automotive history.