. The previous-generation model used a twin-turbo V-6, but now Mercedes-AMG outfits the C43 with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that uses technology the company says it derived from its highly successful Formula 1 racing program.for being a right-sized motoring solution. It had enough power to make its chassis dance but wasn't too steroidal for daily use.
The 2023 C43 also boasts commendable steering, which is nicely weighted and very precise. With the help of four-wheel steering, this sport sedan is a confident and poised handler that rewards driving enthusiasts with wieldy nimbleness. A clever permanent all-wheel-drive system sends 31 percent of the torque to the front wheels and 69 percent to the rear, helping to keep the car neutral on corner exit. On our figure-eight course, we consistently executed 24.8-second lap times, just 0.
Mercedes-AMG outfits the C43's interior with a large 11.9-inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, which can be configured with several layouts that feature unique graphics. You can also customize the ambient lighting with 64 different colors. There are even animated presets that enable a subtle lightshow. Make no mistake, there's plenty of razzle-dazzle inside the cabin to delight and entertain its occupants.