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2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Safety Review

October 14, 2008

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

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a complete set of safety gear with some essential AMG tweaks
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full load of safety equipment
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a slew of standard chassis-control systems [and] safety features
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The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG has not been crash tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

The C63 AMG does include a full complement of airbags (seven altogether) as well as belt tensioners and force limiters. BusinessWeek reports anti-lock brakes and stability control are standard. According to other sources, the stability control can be overridden by the driver who wants complete control over the vehicle.

J.D. Power also reports that the 2008 Mercedes Benz C63 AMG employs one of the most advanced accident-avoidance systems available. Called PRE-SAFE, this "preventative occupant protection system" combines several electronic safety systems to prepare the vehicle for a crash. PRE-SAFE tightens seatbelts, opens windows a bit, and readies the brakes for an emergency by using sensors to predict rapid acceleration or deceleration that typically happens prior to an accident.

Few of TheCarConnection.com's sources discuss visibility issues; Cars.com, however, says that with the number of "power seat adjustments and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel" possible in the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, "it's easy to find a comfortable driving position that affords good forward, side and rear visibility."

Conclusion

Occupants enjoy great standard safety equipment in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, but no crash tests have been performed.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:a complete set of safety gear with some essential AMG tweaksBusinessWeekfull load of safety equipmentDetroit Newsa slew of standard chassis-control systems [and] safety featuresForbesAutos The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG has not been crash tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The C63 AMG does include a full complement of airbags (seven altogether) as well as belt tensioners and force limiters. BusinessWeek reports anti-lock brakes and stability control are standard. According to other sources, the stability control can be overridden by the driver who wants complete control over the vehicle. J.D. Power also reports that the 2008 Mercedes Benz C63 AMG employs one of the most advanced accident-avoidance systems available. Called PRE-SAFE, this "preventative occupant protection system" combines several electronic safety systems to prepare the vehicle for a crash. PRE-SAFE tightens seatbelts, opens windows a bit, and readies the brakes for an emergency by using sensors to predict rapid acceleration or deceleration that typically happens prior to an accident. Few of TheCarConnection.com's sources discuss visibility issues; Cars.com, however, says that with the number of "power seat adjustments and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel" possible in the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, "it's easy to find a comfortable driving position that affords good forward, side and rear visibility." ConclusionOccupants enjoy great standard safety equipment in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, but no crash tests have been performed. 2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C63 AMG STYLING | [8 out of 10] Automobile: "looks decidedly more like a gung ho street fighter" AutoWeek: "an aggressive-looking body" ConsumerGuide: "racy looks...sheer, extroverted extravagance" Detroit News: "like a fashion model snaking into a pair of tight ...

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The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG turns as sharply as the BMW, rides better than the RS4, and accelerates just as fast as the Lexus IS-F. But in reality, brand loyalty reigns among these cars. The RS4 sports standard all-wheel drive; the Lexus IS-F, an eight-speed automatic transmission. BMW also offers its M3 in convertible and sedan forms if four doors aren't sexy enough for you.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By  Robert Armstrong #1, Posted: 7/2/2008

    robamg

    Has anyone noticed that the C63 now sports two small rear guard extensions probably aimed at reducing stone chips or catering for the wider tyres. they are not on all April 2008 build cars but are on some

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