PowerStop K7496 Z23 Sport Front Brake Kit for 2008-17 Mercedes-Benz C/C300/E/E35

Vehicle Fitment

• 2008-2013 Mercedes-Benz C350 (RWD/AWD, 5-lug, factory drilled front rotors, various trims)
• 2014 Mercedes-Benz C300 (RWD/AWD, 5-lug, factory drilled rotor)
• 2010-2016 Mercedes-Benz E350 (RWD/AWD, 5-lug, factory OE drilled rotor)
• 2013-2017 Mercedes-Benz E400 (RWD/AWD, 5-lug, factory cross-drilled rotor; excludes AMG package on SLC300)
• 2017 Mercedes-Benz SLC300 (RWD, 5-lug, factory drilled rotor; non-AMG only)

Features

• Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic brake pads for sharper bite and up to ~30% less dust than OEM
• Drilled and slotted rotors with zinc plating for optimized cooling and corrosion protection
• Multi-layer rubberized shims for noise and vibration damping
• Integrated pad wear sensor wire for OE-equipped vehicles
• Performance-matched pad and rotor pairing for consistent stopping and brake feel
• Bolt-on installation - no modifications required
• High-temperature ceramic brake lubricant included
• Premium stainless-steel pad hardware kit for durability and fit

Specifications

• Position: Front only
• Rotor diameter: approx. 12.69" (322.4 mm), vented cast iron, drilled & slotted
• Wheel type: 5-lug Mercedes-Benz 5x112 mm bolt pattern
• Pad material: Z23 carbon-fiber reinforced ceramic
• Surface: Cross-drilled & slotted, zinc-plated for rust resistance
• Includes OE-style pad wear sensor where originally equipped
• Fitment confirmed through 2017; coverage beyond 2017 unconfirmed at time of listing

Included Components

• 2x Front zinc-plated drilled & slotted rotors
• 1x Pair front Z23 carbon-fiber ceramic brake pad set
• 1x Pad wear sensor wire (if OE-equipped)
• 1x Stainless-steel pad hardware kit (shims, clips, abutment)
• 1x High-temp ceramic brake lubricant packet

Product Description

The PowerStop K7496 Z23 Evolution Sport Brake Kit delivers a premium, bolt-on front brake upgrade tailored for Mercedes-Benz C350, C300, E350, E400, and SLC300 models from 2008 through 2017. Designed for daily-driving and light performance use, this kit features carbon-fiber ceramic pads and drilled/slotted rotors to deliver enhanced stopping power, fade resistance, and about 30% less brake dust than standard OEM pads.

Installation is easy and requires no vehicle modifications - provided pad wear sensors are included to maintain compatibility with original equipment on sensor-equipped vehicles. The kit includes stainless-steel hardware and high-temp ceramic lubricant for reliable, quiet braking operation. Ideal for drivers seeking a high-quality, affordable upgrade. Fitment beyond model year 2017 is unconfirmed at present.