German tuning firm Brabus got its hands on Mercedes' new 2008 C-Class, which was revealed in January at the Detroit auto show. Brabus developed an exterior styling kit, as well as a number of performance upgrades for the various trim levels.
Highlights of the product lineup include the Brabus 4.0 liter engine with 332 hp for the V6 gasoline models, an elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program, 20-inch wheels with corresponding suspension modifications, plus numerous individual interior options.
Equipped with the upgraded engine, the Brabus C-Class delivers a 5.9 second zero to 60 mph time, and a top speed of 172 mph.
For the CDI models of the new C-Class, Brabus offers its PowerXtra performance kits. The list starts with the D2 (III) kit that increases power output of the C 200 CDI by 39 hp / 28.7 hp, and bumps peak torque to 385 Nm.
The C 220 CDI with BRABUS D3 (III) kit delivers 195 hp and 450 Nm of peak torque. For the top-of-the-line turbodiesel C 320 CDI the kit delivers 48 hp and peak torque of 590 Nm, making the zero to sixty sprint in 6.9 seconds.
In addition to modified and lowered suspension, Brabus offers sway bars, 17 to 20 inch wheels, high-performance tires, upgraded brakes, and improved aerodynamics.
