Difference between Avantgarde and normal

[APR C180]

Notice that on SG Carmart got W204 avantgarde and non-avantgarde model. Can seem to spot the differences except for the avantgarde badge below the aircon control....any bros can tell the differences?

Thanks.

[tsktsk]

normally if grill is not modded, elegance is the normal merc grille without the star on the grill, star is on the hood/bonnet.

elegance iirc has the seat seams vertical while avantgarde is horizontal

tail lights for non-avant is clear while avant is smoked (i.e. the turn signal / reverse light area not the brakes)

other bros can add on... so far i remember the above only, btw the diff i mentioned is for W204 pre FL.

[HYM]

elegance is also very probably PI. I've asked before about the elegance model and my SE said (apparently) that C&C only brings in the avantgarde trim. But we all know SEs will say anything to make buyers stay on track on what they want to sell, so take that with a pinch of salt. I'm sure if you want it, they can order it in for you. Just have to wait out the 6months.

All things being equal, elegance trim gets smaller 16 wheels, the 4 spoke steering wheel that you see in E-classes, and there is wood trim by default instead of the avantgarde trim's aluminium.

[jon]

Notice that on SG Carmart got W204 avantgarde and non-avantgarde model. Can seem to spot the differences except for the avantgarde badge below the aircon control....any bros can tell the differences?

Thanks.

Bro, check out the difference here:

http://www.mercedes-benz.com.sg/content/singapore/mpc/mpc_singapore_website/enng/home_mpc/passengercars/home/new_cars/models/c-class/_w204/facts_/equipment/lines.html