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Mercedes-Benz C 55 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 55 AMG
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving12.1 litres/100 km (19.52 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5439 ccm (331.89 cubic inches)
Max torque510.00 Nm (52.0 kgf-m or 376.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)5.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Cargo space455 litres (120 gallons)
Optional cargo space455 litres (120 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle12 m (456.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight2115 kg (4,662.8 pounds)
Max weight with load2284 kg (5,035.4 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length4620 mm (181.9 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)
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