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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Avantgarde Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Avantgarde Automatic
Year2007
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 driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.35 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. 0

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 2400 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
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 ratio0.1367 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Cargo space470 litres (124 gallons)
Optional cargo space1354 litres (358 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1690 kg (3,725.8 pounds)
Max weight with load2770 kg (6,106.8 pounds)
Towing weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall height1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)
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