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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Elegance Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Elegance Automatic
Year2006
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.63 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque300.00 Nm (30.6 kgf-m or 221.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression11.1:1
Bore x stroke88.0 x 82.1 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1294 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Optional cargo space2020 litres (534 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2115 kg (4,662.8 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4570 mm (179.9 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)
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