2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 4MATIC Sport

Mercedes-Benz's 2009 C-Class C300 4MATIC Sport comes equipped with Mercedes' 4MATIC intelligent all-wheel-drive system, which helps ensure optimal traction and stability in slippery or wet road conditions by distributing power to the wheel or wheels with the best grip. In addition, the C300 4MATIC Sport rides on a lowered sport suspension, ensuring an aggressive driving experience, and includes an agility control system, which improves handling, stability, and ride comfort by automatically adjusting damping at each wheel as needed. Power for the rear-wheel-drive C300 4MATIC Sport comes in the form of a 3.0-liter V6 engine, which generates 228 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque. The V6 links to a seven-speed automatic transmission with the Touch Shift manual-shift feature, and posts fuel economy numbers of 17/25 city/highway mpg.

Inside, standard features for the '09 C300 4MATIC Sport include MB-Tex upholstery, a leather-trimmed steering wheel and shift knob, dual-zone automatic climate control, eight-way power-adjustable front seats, and an eight-speaker audio system with an in-dash CD player. Options include leather upholstery, a panorama sunroof, and aluminum trim on the center console and doors. Outside, standard features include heated power exterior mirrors, halogen headlights, front foglights, and chrome exhaust tips. For a sportier look, owners can add an optional Sport Bodystyle package, which includes a sport front air dam with mesh air intakes, side skirts, and rear apron. Other standard features include antilock brakes and an Electronic Stability Program. The '09 C300 4MATIC Sport rides on 17-inch twin seven-spoke wheels with all-season performance tires.

By R. Feeman