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Mercedes C-Class estate by Carlsson
By Yoann Besnard on 4 December 2007 | 
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The German specialist has unveiled its tuning program for the new C-Class estate. Carlsson engineers focused on the diesel engines. The engine range is available with a choice of two oil burners, the 220CDI and the 320CDI. The C220 CDI unit has its power raised by 33bhp from 168bhp to 201bhp and the torque raised by 58 lb ft from 295 ft lb to 453 lb ft. The C320 CDi power jumps from 221bhp to 262bhp and the torque from 376 lb ft to 451 lb ft. There is also a petrol engine with the C350 which gets an extra 23 bhp to 291bhp and an extra torque of 25 lb ft to 284 lb ft. The C350, dubbed CK35, runs the 0-60mph in less than 6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 168mph.
While some tuners focus on designing a flashy exterior kit, Carlsson shows discretion. The kit consists of a front apron, a diffuser-look apron at the rear, side mouldings and a rear spoiler. It also includes an electro-polished grille insert and double-headlight units with fog and driving lights. The car can sit on 11-spoke 19” wheels.
