Thursday, March 29, 2007

Tuner Special: Brabus C-Class

For starters, there's a new Brabus 4.0-liter V6 for the C280 and C350. Fitted with a new crankshaft and larger pistons, the engine features reworked cylinder heads, reprogrammed electronics and a high-performance stainless-steel exhaust system with metal catalysts. Output climbs to 332 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. Brabus claims 0-60-mph acceleration in less than 5.9 seconds, with top speed electronically limited to 171 mph.

Brabus also offers a boost on turbodiesel models. The top-of-the-line C320CDI, for instance, delivers nearly 270 hp, with torque rising to 435 lb-ft.

The tuner provides high-performance brakes, sport suspensions and a wide range of alloy wheels in sizes up to 20 inches.

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Aero body pieces include a new front spoiler with integral air intakes and auxiliary headlamps, a three-piece rear spoiler, rockers and rear apron with exhaust cut-outs.

taken from edmunds.com