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Mercedes-Benz C 280 4Matic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 4Matic
Year2008
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.63 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeV4
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.
Compression11.3:1
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 speed243.0 km/h (151.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1413 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)
Optional cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1635 kg (3,604.6 pounds)
Max weight with load2120 kg (4,673.8 pounds)
Towing weight1800 kg (3,968.3 pounds)
Overall length4590 mm (180.7 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR40311
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