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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Automatic
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2799 ccm (170.79 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving14.4 litres/100 km (16.33 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving8.6 litres/100 km (27.51 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.5 litres/100 km (24.76 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2799 ccm (170.79 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power192.60 PS (142 kW or 190 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed222.0 km/h (137.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0940 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 284 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 258 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2050 kg (4,519.5 pounds)
Overall length4490 mm (176.8 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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