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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Sport Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Estate Sport Automatic
Year2006
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating52 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 driving9.4 litres/100 km (25.02 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 space4110 litres (1,086 gallons)
Optional cargo space3000 litres (793 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Brake detailsABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1785 kg (3,935.3 pounds)
Max weight with load2770 kg (6,106.8 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4860 mm (191.3 inches)
Overall height1390 mm (54.7 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions316.9 g/km
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