NEW Mercedes-AMG C43 Estate: A BUDGET RS6?! | 4K

Rory headed over to Germany to review the brand new Mercedes-AMG C43. Here he talks us through the new exterior design, interior tech, as well as exploring the bold new 2-litre engine with F1 tech, designed to replace the 3-litre V6 on the previous car. Does it punch above its weight?
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[@dominicrusho]

2:23 is what Mercedes does to car journalists who write bad reviews

[@verynice8830]

😂😂😂

[@sw20sin]

I saw that too 😂😂, I thought I was losing it

[@EmuGamesMaster]

😂😂😂 thats me on dirt rally

[@theafricanjumbee4057]

Did you see that? 🙉

[@muhammedjadwat4455]

lol

[@luciengranger2762]

2:22 that Renault casually parked under the 🌳... 😂 hopefully no one was injured!

[@michaelrobson3460]

Thanks for sorting it out for me, I thought I was seeing car ghosts! Is it definitely a Renault? I can't make it out properly?

[@snowcountry322]

that was a little scary lol

[@callmevil]

yeah.. saw that and thought, oh no.. hahaha

[@AlzhinSon]

@@michaelrobson3460 it's a first generation renault megane. "You can't park there, sir !"

[@Thee1281]

😂how could they not care like that

[@matthewshaw3144]

Wouldn’t a comparison to the RS4 be more competition? RS6 is a size above in engine and body

[@RDG_0001]

Or the M3 Touring?

[@AutoTraderTV]

It can’t be a budget RS4. It costs more. This, and the RS4, are baby RS6s. The question was: “if you can’t afford the RS6, what should you get?”

[@Promenium]

I think they are doing this comparison intentionally just so that people would start to comment that RS6 is from class above. Mission accomplished I suppose, but shows bad taste to use such cheap tricks when cars and presenting those should have the focus. Luckily presentation itself and video work is excellent as always.

[@rav46]

@@Promenium I think you're drinking too much water from the conspiracy well. This channel is established enough to not resort to such tricks. But yes, we both agree the video presentation itself is good (as always)

[@Magic_Vince]

RS4 costs more by over 10.000€?!

[@Battery-Powered]

2:22 what is that Renault doing in the ditch ... LOL :D

[@NHrupp]

I wondered that too….

[@Jokwoo]

Production levels are exceptional, and you’re truly a natural presenter, Rory. 👍🏾

[@espenliebak6875]

Yeah he is a master🤩

[@proinseasokiellig4388]

@@espenliebak6875 Nice shirt too!

[@judeobi242]

💯

[@nnjy77]

@@espenliebak6875 v

[@nkopanemoeketsi6689]

Hi, I need advice. I want to buy Mercedes S65 2007 model with 170 000 km. Can you please advice or just have a video on it

[@clubbizarre]

The car in the ditch at 2:23 😂😂

[@skfunk4550]

lol, i noticed that too

[@seanviegas5106]

Yeah

[@will4may175]

Murder victims, you don't think Rory was there just to review a car right ? 😋

[@skfunk4550]

@@will4may175 😁

[@konnectoneforexsignals7844]

First season's test car.

[@DanielSadjadian]

How can you say it sounds good? It barely makes any sound, from the outside it's so muted as well. That 4 pot may be very fast, but it doesn't sound nice. Sound aside, it does look great though.

[@georgedory2919]

The best argument for the cheaper, six cylinder M340i...

[@giorgos346]

it doesnt drive as well though

[@canadianaviator]

G70 3.3TT

[@visionmodernclassics3062]

Wait for the next Generation of 3-Series (successor of g20)….every OEM has to do this step to reduce the C02 emissions theoreticaly at the driving cycle…for the Protection of our Environment 😂…..but the goverments allow cement manufacturers to purchase plastic vaste for the high Temperaturen ovens to raise officially the Recycling quote

[@adambenk0]

@@giorgos346 C series was never on par with 3 series when it comes to handling.

[@iamcarl4591]

@@adambenk0 Ever heard of 190E?

[@BenjaminMutuku]

Anyone notice the car in the ditch when Rory drove by? 2:24 Love this new AMG C 43.

[@jagsanghera1810]

Yup I went thro all the comments to see if anyone else noticed 😂

[@lamboiah]

@@jagsanghera1810 As did I. Wonder if Rory was involved in 'parking it' there?

[@lamboiah]

I surely did notice, the very proper off-road parking

[@beefwantko7269]

Lol i just started watching the channel i thought it was just an inside joke they threw in there for the regulare viewers or something.. it seemed hard to miss

[@nymandalefarm4642]

If you have a late V8 AMG I recommend you keep it. The last of the ICE masterpieces.

[@vladislavdimitrov4646]

it's quite an achievement to not mention the M3 Touring or M340i Touring which are the more obvious competitors. You comparing the C43 with class-above cars. Other than that great review as always.

[@legaltechinnovations1594]

True, and not to mention the A4 hot versions…

[@miketheman2k]

The mention of an RS6 made no sense when the RS4 exists. Otherwise great review and production.

[@PK-xu7gu]

He won't get another car from Daimler to review.

[@rotorhead5006]

Agree with Mike, didn't get the constant comparisons to cars in a different class? RS6, E63...? C43 is aimed at 340, S4, surely? And the equivalent "level" in the A Class would be the A35, so no surprise the A45 is quicker than the C43. Other than that... 😀 Nicely reviewed, quite like MB's 43 & 53 packages. (Apart from cost!)

[@injin5557]

M340i is not a class above the c43. It's literally on the same level. It's just that the m340i has a bigger engine.

[@udaypradhan5976]

2:24 Did any1 notice the car hiding in the bushes…

[@Blue2024_rs]

I think it's a wreck

[@-DC-]

Buy a Used V8 and ignore this 4 Cyl Pretender, You'll be much happier 🙂

[@ashley_neal]

6:24 Ultimate pro Rory 👊

[@lamineaim5562]

Rory is the king of car presentation and the camera crew are just doing a phenomenal job keep up the good work guys!!!!

[@stephenlane9168]

Great presenting Rory as always. Always informative and entertaining. 👌👍

[@razvan3062]

The interior is absolutely gorgeous, the outside styling is a head-turner, too, but I think the price is way too big for the 2.0 I4 it offers...

[@LemtemPoktui]

I'd rather take an AMG 4 pot over any conventional merc v6.

[@nicolasgrueso8190]

The future of mercedes will be looking like this, there are way too much probabilities that the c63 will feature this 2.0 l4 engine too

[@PhilbyFavourites]

@@LemtemPoktui I’ve had a 2018 GLA45 for the last 3 years. I couldn’t run to the V6 AMG models, but still needed space with pace. Wow those 4 pot engines really deliver - pops and bangs and devastating acceleration. Plus reasonable fuel consumption if you drive in boring mode! I might take one of these for a test drive one day. I’m never going to get a Tesla - it looks like a Mondeo and drives like a souped up milk float. And…… I don’t have a hipster haircut…..

[@dbagdi1998]

Coming from someone who owns an a45s the performance is there from the 2L. It’s just boring when you get to a tunnel and want to hear the engine roar and you just hear the turbo spinning instead, after having the A45 I just want a V6 or V8, not for the performance just the sound

[@KingofInterns]

@@dbagdi1998 that's why I would never replace my C55 estate with one of these. Don't even need a tunnel to sound glorious 😜 And it's still good for 33 mpg at a steady 70mph

[@mbstar8777]

Great review 👌 Probably the reason why the airvents in the front make noise even on level one is because you have the back airco temperature both on LO (few shots back) and the fans on max. That means the airco system is pushing extra air to the rear to make it colder than 16 degrees Celsius which you hear. Put the rear on a normal temperature and it will be nice and quiet 😉

[@matthijs3134]

Great footage and review! Love the new and yet so familiar looks of the C class!

[@rubenharris9241]

Great job with real and interesting reviews Rory!

[@obsidian....]

Great review Rory - getting so much better with time 🙏

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Always a pleasure to watch an Estate review, thank you Rory

[@xpim3d]

2:25 broken car xD 🖤

[@f-2215]

Honestly, It is pointless for car manufacturers to make infotainment systems themselves just outsource it to Apple, Samsung, or something and they will be much better too. Or even just make it so that anyone with an iPad can set up a connection to the car they bought. 120 fps refresh rate, all the tech you can possibly want.

[@sayyedameerarkhisro1464]

Some manufacturers are doing this. They are just sticking iPad in there and putting there overlay. While Polestar is using Google's upcoming auto software which utilizes all of the google apps in the car system. It works flawless though in the current polestars.

[@AXUZOXA]

2:23 Stuck in the textures???

[@wilbeugre]

I was also wondering what that car was doing there 🤨🤔

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome video. Disappointed by all the touch screen buttons especially the HVAC, that's a deal breaker. I loved these new wheels they're using. Looking forward to the next video. Keep up the good work.

[@heinedenmark]

I really like mild hybrids. Using the electric stuff, to make the ICE more efficient and powerful 👍

[@misterdragzon]

definitely small. But appreciable. HP bump isn’t much but the instant torque fill is felt in my car. Promising for next gen MH tech if you don’t want a big PHEV battery pack.

[@heinedenmark]

@Mortslip Depends on what vehicle you think of..

[@heinedenmark]

@Mortslip Maserati's Version of Alfa Romeos 280hp 2.0l.. Is on another level. Zero lack anywhere.. Plenty of power even in the big Levante. In my opinion 😉 It was actually developed for Alfa Romeo.. But the bosses thought it was better to focus on Maserati. But.. Guilia and Stelvio will most likely get that powertrain, in the facelifted 2023 models.

[@bits2646]

True, pure EV is first of all booooring, and second, does create 3x more harm than ICE powered cars in manufacturing stage purely because of toxic waste from mostly batteries. The right answer is the electrification of turbo-charged petrol ICE engines so that you take away the part where engine struggles the most and that improves performance and took away the higher power consumption at the time

[@jamsxr]

My V8 C63 returns a similar MPG…

[@John_Barratt]

What a great review. The car itself, the location, filming quality, chilled vibe and suppose have to give some credit rory as well!

[@AlbertRabidzi]

I watch your videos just to hear you describe them. Your english mastery is impeccable & you have the best vocabulary I've seen on tv

[@_b_k]

Eco friendly 🤦🏻‍♂️ Woodpecker exhaust 🤣🙃 Rory 👍

[@dean3969]

Great review Rory. Hope Merc executives monitor reviews. PLEASE bring this to the U.S. We rarely get the smaller performance estate wagons. Beautiful car…..and the tech is awesome.

[@willisix2554]

I'd buy it in a minute

[@timgotz9376]

4 cylinder 2l 😂😂

[@leespowart2808]

think I will be keeping my current C43, interior has some improvements, but exterior and noise are both a backwards step in my opinion.

[@scottmeredith3359]

We've argued on Twitter before, but God dang I love this channel man. Well done

[@PlayedO]

It's criminal how many more subscribers top gear or car wow have to here. Keep up the good work as you're the best in the business in my eyes.

[@griffithshandmade-knives]

2:23 “You’ can’t park there sir!” 😂

[@AM-zq8ro]

I like the look, the performance but not the price. I can appreciate everyone view points in the comments but why does everyone want 500bhp to take the kids to school and take rubbish to the tip! Boris and his emissions cronies are squeezing every manufacturer on there combined range of co2. If Mercedes had free reign, they would still be putting V8's under their bonnets. There's a reason why even F1 now run V6's. Great review by Rory and the team as always💯.

[@falcongamer5867]

If we had no co2 regulations, car manufacturers would be making cars with power output similar to electric cars like the rimac nevera and lotus evija Imagine them casually producing 1000hp AMG GT 4 Door Coupe 1200hp Ferrari F8, 1700hp Aventador, 1900hp McLaren P1

[@vwukben]

Great review, such an easy watch compared to some other car reviews which don't keep me interested for the duration.

[@julianhawkins9423]

First class review -keep it up Rory 👍

[@EdwardViaTomato]

It's no E63S, but I do admire the look of it, and I enjoy the hybrid tech.

[@Blvck0ne]

How did I miss the stranded car in the trees when I first watched this video. Too funny. Also, Rory you continue to excel in your craft. Keep at it.

[@WardianAMG]

Rory you are a natural. Love watching your videos 🤙🏻

[@Taylor___]

Why can't you use your phone mobile whilst driving but you can play on a giant iPad which is the same thing? It's so dangerous

[@andymelendez9757]

Wow decisions and compromises. Rory and Jay are my favorite car guys, plus just a bit of Doug and his quirky features bit. Keep on!

[@fernandofernandez9604]

I know you’re not supposed to look at these from a fuel economy perspective, but I’d be curious to know how much better it is in the C43. At £2 per litre, it feels like getting 80% of the performance might be worth it

[@LegalizeTheNuclearBomb]

The estate versions of these cars are statement pieces more than anything. The low mpg kind of defeats the purpose of estates to begin with.

[@Escape_Raz]

I'm happy with my 3.0tt v6 and performance exhaust.... sounds mental in second gear through a tunnel

[@jamiebourne8047]

I'm keeping mine too-for now

[@mitch_sugardad4579]

Too bad they now have a touch screen only screen instead of the 'mouse'. I have the A class myself and never use the touchscreen due to having the mouse, which works really good. Also the physical buttons for the climate control are a good thing to have.

[@deaconsyxx322]

Should have been shooting brake rather than estate but what a fabulous car! I had the previous C43 cabrio and it was amazing and this looks like a big improvement The sound of the previous seemed to be lots better though 👍🏻

[@lukebennett.]

Hi, whats the difference between the shooting brake and this?

[@sikukudotke]

Yup! didnt quite expect those exhaust noises from a 4 cylinder! Looks killer though!

[@auto_huncho]

It might not be everyone's cup of tea but if you look at it as a big a45 or a fast c class wagon, it ticks all the boxes. Great vehicle plus equally exceptional review. 👌👌

[@PhilbyFavourites]

Whispers quietly - GLA45……..

[@revolution475]

Another impressive review Rory. This is a gorgeous vehicle indeed. Merc has done excellent work on this one. Sad that it is four cylinders short 🤔. But hey we're burning our last juice before we all wheeze about in EVs.

[@siamparagon9250]

I tend to be super critical of car review videos, especially with some presenters that just can not stop waffling about rubbish, and more interested in stroking their own egos whilst presenting. Also with being super subjective in their reviews. But Rory, you really are one helluva impressive presenter. You and your team is doing a sterling job. Keep it real, short and sweet. I say this as a presenter and producer of yonks ago.

[@ljckclark8973]

Great review as always. How does it compare to the RS4 which must be its direct competitor?

[@myasin1286]

I always love a sporty fast estate under dog and this is perfect 👍

[@1worldboi]

Best looking C43 ever and the estate/touring/wagon is gorgeous and practical at the same time. This will be over 200kg lighter than the upcoming C63. So sporty and efficient, what’s not to love - the sound. Oh well, but honestly I’m to old to care about that.

[@friendlymountainguy3475]

not just the sound a v8 runs smoother than 4banger

[@georgeg6755]

This guy always does a great job

[@ChimaChindaDev]

Truly well presented. 👍

[@TheYBGOON]

If you want a budget estate that may give some thrills go for the octavia 3 pre facelift (less tax) and 1.4 tsi engine.

[@onlinesongscs]

Man Rory is killing it. Dude is a gold mine, even if I don't really feel the car.

[@ikm254]

Awesome as always Rory

[@drlukas]

test super as usual but the Renault megane left offroad after a road accident is incredible :-)

[@projectpascall8858]

Awesome review man. Where was Rory all the time folks ? 😂😂. The next best thing indeed well at least German wise kkk

[@smose7542]

It's good to dream, thank you for helping me see it on youtube 🙌

[@toobasaurus23]

Never been into estates, unless it's an old M5, but this is nice.

[@bits2646]

Oh my God!, I just fell of the chair laughing when I saw the Megan in the bushes @2:25 :DDD Amazing !! :DDD

[@j-elr-chapo-jr5783]

Proper review- well done. ✊🏼

[@christopherprose3881]

Wow! An impressive achievement for a 4-banger. Hard to believe it can pull along such a large car with ease and authority. Love the design too, which I don't often say for most M-B products including the new EQS, which is just plain ugly. If I had a bucket of cash and wanted an estate (which I do) and lived in Europe (which I don't), I would definitely take this out for a test drive (then ask about an entered warranty and maintenance contract since I'll need one). Nice review, great location, fabulous car.

[@gerardbooth40]

I’d love to see the video where some unfortunate hack span the Reggie Megane into the woods!

[@tanweiming33]

Love your videos! ❤️❤️❤️

[@peteharman5478]

Commentary is as awesome as the car. Well done as usual

[@dadim818]

Love the finger pointer and thumbs up scene... you should incorporate that in your videos for the good and bad parts of the car you're reviewing

[@tommiizeng8355]

The wagon in this generation is just sexy. Looks so good!

[@paulmarc7116]

Did anyone see that car down the bank to the left hand side of the screen at 2:23 min, it looked wrecked? Great video and something to think about, great videography. 👌

[@bxcvhgl]

Nice review from Rory, cheers!

[@ashley_neal]

2:22 Random! 😂

[@TheCarEnthusiastMC]

Wow, very well directed! Rory is a top presenter. Who’s producing these vids?

[@LitleBear]

The engine takes away any fizz, I'd take the Audi or BMW in a heartbeat.

[@johnguidetti5839]

Audi S4 is a diesel

[@LitleBear]

@@johnguidetti5839 Not really but okay.

[@johnguidetti5839]

@@LitleBear Google is free takes a second to check. Clueless

[@LitleBear]

@@johnguidetti5839 You were totally right. The S4 uses a diesel and not a 3.0 L V6, just googled it. Thank God for you.

[@zoltankissfekete3916]

good shot @ 2:23 with the Megane in the ditch 👍

[@sminj85]

Do you think which wheels are better for new c43? 20 inches vs 19 inches. Would you choose 20 inch over 19 inch?

[@networkn]

in 2020 I agonized over the C43 AMG Estate. The drive was a true drivers experience, the steering and steering wheel put a smile on my face. Ultimately though, it lost out because it was $15K more expensive than the M340i, which was less engaging, but a totally better overall package, esp including infotainment. This model looks like it would much more comparable. The Engine size downgrade doesn't bother me one bit, I have been in some insanely fast 2l cars and it sounds like they have done a fine job tuning it. Great video, high quality as always.

[@carzrcool4063]

Very insightful and well spoken reply on this car. Wagons are often overlooked.

[@ryans7097]

The quality in this shoot 😮‍💨

[@robbieng8888]

Alot of girth, which I like. Yours truly Rory.

[@Tomoyo0827]

Its funny to see these car journalists trying so hard to justify the petathic 4 cylinder in the new c amgs

[@lexus8405]

Thanks for the info

[@septembersveryown483]

who else saw the wrecked pick up truck just ny the side of the road, in the woods 🪵

[@peternzioki4555]

I did

[@Shaggy12321]

How tf does 0-60 take 4.6 seconds in a 400+ bhp car?? The BMW M340i takes like 4.0 with 380bhp?

[@allanmwihia1141]

BMW always under quotes.

[@Shaggy12321]

@@allanmwihia1141 they quote 4.1 for the xdrive m340i, most people get 4.0 or even as low as 3.8

[@themercedestraveler9566]

Read some more reviews. This c43 pulls 4.0.

[@LexxLuther100]

At 2:23 that car on the cliff is wishing it had rear steering 😂

I like this car. I don’t even mind the 4 popper that much. However its biggest problem is its price. I played in the car configurator a bit and created a specification that I liked and it was the price of an E53 just a couple of years ago. Sure, I know the prices went up in the whole industry, but the price of this is way too much for my taste. To put it differently, currently I drive the Mk. 7.5 Golf R Variant (Estate). This is literally double the price, but it’s not twice as good by a long shot. I’m sure Merc will find the customers for this, but it’s not for me anymore.

[@burddog0792]

Looks great outside. Tech and gloss black overload on the inside, and really column shifter?😆

[@themercedestraveler9566]

I'll take column shifter over a dial

[@michalrajnic758]

I've always wanted a 4 cylinder 2.0l Mercedes AMG! 😉

[@dlygrind]

Aaawesome! I'd love to see these in the US, but I doubt I could afford it 🤣

[@robsmith1a]

I had a 1991 Honda Prelude with rear wheel steering. Worked well but thought this idea had generally disappeared.

[@beefwantko7269]

lol its because you are what 90 years old and your neuroplasticity is probably down to 5 or 6 percent!! and of course everyone knows that if something doesn't work perfect the first time then never try it again.. duh!!, thats why we are all still riding bycicles with a front tire thats over 6 ft tall and a rear tire the size of your little plumbs

[@projectpascall8858]

Engine sounds phenomenal

[@Lwjdejong]

You make beautiful videos. The presenter is top notch!

[@D3GamingTV]

Anyone notice that megan just sitting there at 2:23 😂

[@AlwaysBelieveChrist112]

2:23 Did anyone saw that car... it crashed and was left there

[@michaelb3576]

As everyone else is saying this is a weird review in comparisons. The comparisons for this model should be 340i and S4. The RS4 and M3 touring is a half class above and will be best compared to the C63 T Modell.

[@glowingeye]

I love it, such a beautiful car!

[@Kaisersozze]

Such a great looking car.

[@alexmacharia5403]

Definitely will get one of these down the line

[@staffonwilkinson7439]

Like your reviews 👌🏽