Bangkok--17 Jul--Verve
Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Limited answers the expectations of customers who love speed and style with the local production of GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe. The second LOCAL PRODUCTION model from Mercedes-AMG is positioned as a new contender in the category of high-performance vehicles as it meticulously combines the road rigidity of an SUV with the sleekness of a coupe. The local production GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe will be priced at 4.69 million baht at 11 authorized distributors of Mercedes-AMG nationwide.
Mr. Michael Grewe, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Limited, began: "The category of high-performance vehicles in Thailand is a vehicle segment with notable growth. Mercedes-Benz, as a class-leading brand in luxury automobile category, expressed our dedication to catering for customer needs with the introduction of Mercedes-AMG brand in late 2017. We are committed to continue to offer 'THE BEST' to customers today and tomorrow through ongoing releases of groundbreaking vehicles finely designed to suit all possible needs, especially for customers who prefer swiftness and agility. Our year-on-year comparison indicates that total delivery of vehicles under Mercedes-AMG during the first half of 2018 is 179 percent higher than the same period last year. This pleasing development is backed by the Thailand launch of the local production Mercedes-AMG C 43 4MATIC Coupe. Customers can conveniently feel and own our locally assembled sporty car packed with spirit of speed from the Affalterbach-based brand. Excellent care and customer service programs from 11 Mercedes-AMG authorized distributors across Thailand also tremendously boost confidence among customers."
Mr. Frank Steinacher, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing, Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) Limited, continued: "Mercedes-Benz vows to show our unyielding focus on high-performance vehicles particularly during the remaining months of 2018 by revealing the local production of Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe. It offers everything a discerning owner needs to meet active lifestyles in city and country scenarios including the strength of an SUV, beauty of a coupe, performance, and utility. The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe has been chosen to be a second Mercedes-AMG model assembled in Thailand due to its popularity and great feedbacks from our customers. Aside from change of assembly location, the locally produced Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe uses the exact same design, safety features, innovations, and multimedia system as the imported version. We also include two additional features for ultimate pleasure of customers who choose our latest locally-built Mercedes-AMG model: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC acceleration control system for a safe distance from the vehicle ahead and Apple CarPlay(TM) for a flawless iOS smartphone paring.
"A host of marketing activities for Mercedes-AMG have also been continuously arranged, including our annual 'StarFest 2018' to take place at CentralWorld on 18-22 July 2018," elaborated Mr. Steinacher. "The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe LOCAL PRODUCTION will be exhibited at StarFest alongside 17 vehicles of Mercedes-Benz across all key segments for up-close consideration by our customers and visitors. Above all, customers who book our vehicles at the event will be overjoyed with financial privileges and will receive premium goods that are available only at the event."
The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe LOCAL PRODUCTION
Packed with the class-leading AMG Performance 4MATIC transmission system, the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe LOCAL PRODUCTION is a brand-new coupe-styled crossover vehicle from AMG. The striking exterior is a result of AMG bodystyling kit, LED Intelligent Light System, 21" AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels painted in high-gloss black, AMG spoiler-lip on the rear boot lid, AMG Sports exhaust system with double pipe ends stylized to demonstrate a 4-pipe look, disc brakes with ventilation grilles, AMG-branded calipers in grey, and a special AMG Sports Suspension Based on AIR BODY CONTROL suspension with AMG Sports tuning to maximize robustness.
Leather-covered AMG Sport seats with DINAMICA microfibre and, red topstitching are the interior's centerpiece. Front seats are equipped with electronic adjustor and memory function. Excitement is boosted with AMG Carbon-fibre trims throughout the cabin, electronically-operated panoramic sunroof, and ambient light system with three color options. Additionally, this spacious and agile crossover also features sport pedals, a flattened bottom multifunction sport steering wheel with speed-based weight adjusting system and nappa leather as a cover, stainless doorsills with illuminated AMG logo, KEYLESS-GO vehicle entry system. The MB Audio 20 is the standard multimedia system and is perfected with Burmester(R) surround sound system. A navigation system with a touchpad, a Bluetooth receiver, and Apple CarPlay(TM) are available as standard features.
On technologies, the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe features the proprietary AMG DYNAMIC SELECT system as well as innovative assistant systems designed for road safety, specifically Distance Pilot DISTRONIC. It uses a radar installed beneath the car's front bumper to calculate the safest distance from vehicles ahead based on current speed. It can also automatically reduce speed accordingly and apply up to 50 percent of the vehicle's total braking power if necessary to maintain distance set by driver. In terms of sensitivity and usage, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC supports 0 to 200 km/h speed range.
The Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe LOCAL PRODUCTION uses a V6 Biturbo engine mated with the 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission system. The engine incorporates a modified boost pressure for power output and torque.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC Coupe is priced at 4,690,000 baht