AMG is OMG! The 2019 Mercedes Benz AMG C 43 Coupe

You can’t discuss the ABCs of performance driving without AMG. The Mercedes AMG C 43 4MATIC is the kind of car drivers wake up early for to get curvy country roads all to themselves. Available as a sedan and convertible, Tom Voelk takes the two-door coupe out to the rural roads of Washington State. The suspension and price tag are pretty stiff, but the C 43 is wicked fun.
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[@SM-1010]

That’s got to be one of the greatest sounding v6s

[@peterfrancis4769]

Thank you Tom, Rob and Martin for your appreciated efforts. I have been watching and been a sub for a long time but don't normally comment. Thanks again for your efforts.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Definitely OMG. I am glad you mentioned the lack of a manual option. It still seems unusual to accept performance cars without them.

[@Hajduk-Kralj]

stocking up on toilet paper back in Aug 2019? Well played sir

[@genthalili615]

almost been a year. wow

[@SolartiesTV]

@@genthalili615 4 years now. wow

[@Buyitforwife]

Thanks for the review! I have the 2018 c43 and love it 👍 as for subs, totally hear you on that. I have a career mentoring channel for recent grads and adults looking for a change and there are always production issues behind the scenes and my videos are no where as complicated as yours! Love your videos - it’s got that old school vibe with a very modern touch. Great balance!

[@justrandomthings319]

It looks sooooooooo good at 8:00 Imagine tinting out the windows. It would look so cold.

[@TomCook1993]

they're already tinted don't be a hooligan

[@justrandomthings319]

@@TomCook1993 No, they're not.

[@seinsmeld13]

Great video Tom, keep up the great work, cheers from a Canadian fan.

[@OverleaGamingProject]

I just found your channel and subbed! Excellent review. You just put this car at the top of my shopping list. Was having a hard time choosing between this, an Audi RS3, and an M2. This seems to be the best mix of comfort and performance.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Excellent choices. Have fun. I'm also a fan of the M235i if you're looking to save a little money. Great performance car for the real world.

[@davidhayward1426]

It’s was fun to see the outtakes!

[@gaurd3]

Bloopers always garner attention

[@tflyer98]

Great and thorough car review as always. I like the way the Sedan looks better than the Coupe. Would love to see a comparison review between the C63 AMG and the GLC 63 AMG.

[@miguelircontar]

Congrats Tom your at 101k subscribers you’ll be at 201k by next year watch and see !!! And the seat plastic thingy that pops out looks so cheap and plastic

[@jegg9349]

I always love your videos and I want to see more.

[@christianspivey279]

Great Review as always!!!

[@hauseofraf]

Love your reviews!

[@gaurd3]

2:22 something else to break.

[@georgeg.7124]

Tom, I am a huge fan, but I'm a little disappointed that most of the car reviews you've done for the last several months are mostly luxury and/or hybrid. I'd certainly enjoy seeing you do more mainstream vehicles as part of the mix. Thanks.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I try to do a mix. Sometimes I just have to go with what I can get.

[@davidstoler7567]

Amazing drone shot over the corn at 3:43! How many takes did that take, lolz. Also: I know the chances are nil, but what about lifting off these horrible plastic engine covers and showing us the real guts? Can't stand those things.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

First take. I'm typically very good with the drone. This time not so much.

[@helpmenow7]

Hey Tom I’ve got the same hair color. I bet your younger, lol

[@Which_Way]

Stepping into a C43 soon

[@patrick_1984]

beautiful car all round . Gr8 daily sports car. Keep in mind even the porsche 911 carrera makes 380 bhp. This makes more at half the price.

[@gsthree9534]

Leave the drone in the woods. We need fewer of those damned things. Nice review regardless.

[@blex5579]

thanks from germany

[@aristidedarboy1908]

did martin got payed coz i want my share 😂

[@fischfreek]

cool video thanks

[@RayanJowharchi]

How much is a 2018 c43 amg ?

[@mygoogle1482]

please review the e53amg coupe - good review ill subscribe!

[@clintonkennedy1293]

Nice

[@toddcallaway8988]

THERE, I subscribed, now pay him.

[@fahhad17]

"if you subscribe i can pay him" he is all about money ..

[@donaldshelton1720]

You are great

[@Ride_on54]

Bicycle riders hogging the road 😂 happens over there to i see

[@FardeenKhan-jv1gu]

aryyyt, subscribed :)

[@telliesmith9825]

All's well that ends well haha the Benz is nice especially blacked out but for that. $$$ I'm heading to a Chevy dealer for a camaro zl1

[@krasnaludek298]

That wood trim is horrendous ... AMG models should not even be available with wood. Brushed Aluminum, Carbon Fiber, or Stamped Diamond Silver should be the only trim styles. Wood is for Lexus & Jaguar owning geriatrics.

[@headcas620]

The 43s are not real amg cars.

[@wagner0110]

Yeah, they are. Mercedes and AMG decides what is an AMG.

[@headcas620]

wagner0110 not true. Real amgs have engines hand built by one person. A tune on the base engine is not amg.

[@wagner0110]

@@headcas620 That is your opionon. Mercedes and AMG says otherwise.

[@topo520]

I traded my C63s for the GLC43 AMG SUV and I love the V6 sound more better and my suv is quicker off the line than my previous C63s. Also Mercedes-AMG uses V6 for its formula 1 race and no longer V8. V8 is a thing of the past. My GLC43 with Eurocharge get to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds and quarter in 11.7 seconds. 486hp and 529 torque. Before my tune, my 0 to 60 is in 4.2 seconds which is very quick and now with the tune, I get pushed back to my seat. It’s a beast!

[@wagner0110]

@@topo520 Good on you man, I agree about the sound. Got myself a 2019 C43 Sedan, had a 2017 C63s. The old AMG V8 sounds awesome, the new ones, meh.

[@paulm6481]

How can any body call this vehicle stylish? The reviewer must be blind or just paying lip service to manufacturer. It’s a melted jelly bean look. Get a BMW r Mustang GT with street cred. This dude doesn’t know how to drive fast, he likes hybrids.

[@niccanavan1028]

Star Wars nod in car reviews, automatic like 😍😍 Thanks again Tom 👍

[@mcwolf4255]

Love the time and dedication that goes into the reviews it’s professionally well done. Kudos for the Driven staff I greatly appreciate and enjoy the reviews. I can watch multiple times for reference also they never get old.

[@Mint2842]

Tom, we always love your videos. Keep up the great work!

[@justrandomthings319]

0:20 Only Tom can burn himself in a car review. 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Well, the truth hurts...

[@c4a5m3]

My wife has a 2019 C43 Sedan and its quite noble and sporty. Thus far, it beens great

[@04tsxpower]

Sporty? Find it hard to believe you have one

[@yousef.al-assaf]

@@04tsxpower it is sporty

[@jackseymour7964]

@@04tsxpower , yes sporty. I own one

[@04tsxpower]

@@jackseymour7964 so do I and if 0 to 60 in 4 seconds wow. Ridiculous choice of words

[@alh06]

@@04tsxpower I don’t see your point

[@93455Driver]

I just test drove a CPO C43, very impressed. A lot of hate for the fake AMG badge, but this is plenty of power and the steering was very good. The Sport+ mode was a huge change in noise and engine response. Finding a use one with the options you want is difficult, but I think the AMG Performance is a must have. Thanks for the great review, especially the handling comments, sorry about the drone!

[@pdlynch4330]

I always watch your videos more than once, there is so much packed in to one video. The photography alone takes a few passes to fully appreciate! Thank you to the Driven team, you guys rock!

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Thanks, we put a lot of work into them. Its a matter of pride.

[@buickboy92]

C student? Tom, You're A+ to me! Appreciate the work you and your crew put in. 👍

[@K03sport]

Black wheels are over done. When will car makers go a different route? Black doesn't scream special any more because everyone is doing it. So Tom, which c43/53 would you put in your garage?

[@rbmedd]

I actually like the "non-touchable" screen in my 2023 C43 coupe. No moving my gaze from driving. I just got good at using the center controller and steering wheel controls. And no smugged up screen.

[@josech]

Liked the video more than the car.

The 43 u can’t go wrong!!

[@Megaatron1]

Got the car. That V6 Sound still gives me magic feeling months later

[@tamuro1390]

Top speed is limited to 155, not 130. Why do people keep getting this wrong...

[@donteadoss]

$75k? 🥴 - Great video as always, Tom! Thank you!

[@BoostedBae]

Great review! Loved the bloopers at the end lol. Can’t wait to trade in my Audi s4 for a C43 🥲

[@johnmattiazzo3900]

Wait till the seat belt extenders break how much will they cost to replace lol

[@GoFast865]

Appreciate the great reviews, Tom. I’ve been subscribed since 5K and I’ll continue to watch. As you said, your reviews are always entertaining and informative. Keep up the good work.

[@justrandomthings319]

I love your outtakes at the end.

[@kevinbarry71]

It should be electronically limited to 155 miles an hour. That's what most performance cars are. They're just kneecapping this model.

[@IhateYoutube]

All the more reason to have it tuned, get rid of the limiter and throw another 100+ horsepower at the same time! :)

[@AnthonyBazilio-hc3dt]

From i heard your voice..I subscribed....great style

[@Cris-ir2ny]

good video. more AMGs pls

[@omarlezcano3084]

Wish I could afford one =(

[@stephenmoody1506]

A performance variant that's a viable daily driver (four comfortable seats, etc.) is my sweet spot (I like the size much better than the E, or Tesla S) and I have thought this coupe or the C43 Sedan might have been just the one. Unfortunately I livie in an apartment so can't charge my electric at home.I drive a performance variant BMW 3 series from the good old days (2004) which I'm looking to replace with something roomier than my Porsche C4S. Would have wanted to know how this sweet car would have been as a daily driver: visibility? too firm a suspension? sounds like the sport exhaust is unnecessary but good that it is optional; is it as quiet as a C without the sport exhaust? P.S. Love Tom Voelk's reviews. The most sober and in a class with only one other great journalist, Dan Neil.

[@eliakimbenishchayil]

Please include conversations on the audio system

[@Mike-C219]

Did Tom just call the trunk a boot!

[@javierquintero6853]

what way to shit,.....jjejejejejejejejejej

[@mskeishapac]

Thanks I saw a angeles st53 today but thanks for tour info on this I can’t afford but why did y’all end up in a bush?

[@littlemonkeylearning]

Hey Tom! might be fun for you to do a video on all the gear you use, from your camera set up to tripod to the drone. I would be interested in watching, and I'm sure many of your fans would too.

[@oridekel3857]

Love the bloopers. Cute.

[@thetruth6148]

I am 64 years of age...I therefore,have driven many cars...I ENJOY DRIVING THIS CAR MORE THAN ANY OTHER...THE DRIVE IS ORGASMIC....so I bought a AMG C43 CABRIOLET....

[@venom5809]

You could always close the trunks on powered trunks of Mercedes, at least the S-Classes as far back as 2001. I remember way back when I had my first S-Class I opened the powered trunk with the switch inside for someone outside and wondered if it would close it, if I pushed the rocker the other direction and it did, always a cool party trick.

[@darrell9616]

There was a big omission from this review. Given that this is a refresh, some compare/contrast from the previous model would have been extremely useful. Some people passed on the previous models due to the ride. Supposedly the ride was improved (among other things). However, none of that was mentioned. Overall, an OK review that could have been much better.

[@keithh3099]

75 k whew! Yeah your sport on with the ride. My c450 rides terrible as well . As far as value you will loose 35 k right off the bat! Might want to check in a cpo or used. But like you said it does look nice. Also check out the c63 as far as pricing.

[@davidwolf226]

All of your efforts do NOT go unappreciated, Tom and crew! The AMG series in any Mercedes would, just for myself, be an occasional use vehicle (i.e. weekender). For my daily driving, I prefer a vehicle that is quiet and compliant with the various road surfaces and tire options. I really love the interior of this particular AMG!

[@dhgoodall1]

It was good seeing your personality at the end, makes the review more...human. I don’t know if you have to be very professional for The NY Times, but adding a bit of your personality to your videos might help you increase your following like other automotive KZbinrs.

[@kielconstantine]

I never know, Sarah Connor have a husband.

[@qingqing5183]

This is the best car I could afford currently, is there any other coupe options on the same price level?

[@ha6892]

You have to black the badging it looks weird without it being dechromed like most of the car

[@littlemonkeylearning]

Love your channel Tom! I've been watching your channel for years now. Hope your channel blows up!

[@melvin3r512]

so Benz do not name the cars after the engine anymore? It use to be the 43 mean 4.3 liter engine looks like not any more

[@wagner0110]

No, that went away with the last en C63, which had a 6,2l, but close enough. Now the new 63's have a 4.0l v8, the 43's 3.0l v6, 45's 2.0l 4cyl.

[@goonermike6755]

BMW m4 still looks and drives better than this,only thing I rate is the engine note.

[@rubensanchez34]

Great production and don’t take them selves too seriously. Keep it up!

[@ElijahsAba]

Are you saying you’d allow someone to smoke in a less expensive car? Gross!

[@baldheadlogic]

Hey Tom. Your videos are very well executed. They are informative, fun, and visually stunning. Well done.

[@cosaovidiu2838]

buying all the toilet paper before it was cool LMAO :))))

[@stephenoverstreet9898]

Great job and great review Tom and friends! Please keep up the good work, and I will whole-heartedly recommend this channel as often as possible!

[@eugenehu8881]

Tom I haven't seen you do these since nwcn closed down nice seeing you around.

[@AI-kd9sw]

Just subbed love your outtaake with the trunk great sense of humor.

[@Sayua-chan]

I would easily fit 5 packs of softness in the back. Hmm... That came out wrong :/

[@craigw.scribner6490]

Great drone shots, Tom! Glad you were able to retrieve it from the thorn patch!

[@18_rabbit]

Murphy's law did get chya that day--- wowzers.

[@faridalghali5246]

Thank you Tom!😊 Another great video review.👍 The antics at the end were an added bonus!😜 Good job!

[@seinsmeld13]

Tom, great video. Where was this filmed?

[@Sanka-ya-dead]

Boot dont open if your car door is open

[@eliakimbenishchayil]

Very professional filming

[@AndreasLawson]

A good review + Tom = Great. From a former C43 owner

[@dcflow7859]

Thank you!!

[@Aliakbar.m]

More bloopers please!

[@karlitoxbro6]

Lo haces entretenido e interesante!

[@ZiyangHuang-rq1je]

good video!

[@ddddarkman]

👍 like ur vids, keep it up

[@DjdMenis]

Tom thanks for the amazing vlogs as always.

[@ramkhazen]

Keep up the good work Tom.