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Mercedes-Benz C 260

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 260
Year2000
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2597 ccm (158.47 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2597 ccm (158.47 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power170.00 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque241 Nm (24.6 kgf-m or 177.8 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke89.9 x 68.2 mm (3.5 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1107 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1535 kg (3,384.1 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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