Stepping up to the C 43 AMG rather than the standard C-Class says you want real performance without committing to a full-blown AMG product. Under the bonnet sits Mercedes-AMG's 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6, producing 390 HP and 520 Nm of torque, sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission, and the result is a saloon that covers ground with a quiet, unhurried confidence that belies what it is capable of. At just 27,000 km, this example has been lightly used, and the condition reflects that. Inside, the leather interior is finished with a 64-colour ambient lighting system and a Burmester surround sound setup, while Apple CarPlay and Android Auto handle connectivity without fuss. The AMG Exterior Package with Diamond Grille gives the car a composed, purposeful look from the front, and the AMG Dynamic Select drive modes allow the character of the car to be adjusted to suit the conditions or the mood. DISTRONIC Adaptive Cruise Control adds genuine long-distance ease to what is already a well-rounded daily proposition. As a package, this is a low-mileage, well-equipped AMG that asks very little of its owner while delivering considerably more than the standard car ever could.