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Mercedes-Benz 280 E Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 280 E Automatic
Year1978
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2746 ccm (167.56 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2746 ccm (167.56 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power184.50 PS (136 kW or 182 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1251 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1475 kg (3,251.8 pounds)
Overall length4730 mm (186.2 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity65.0 litres (17.17 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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