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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Sport Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Sport Automatic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.8 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. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
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 stroke88.1 x 82.1 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxAutomatic, 7-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1409 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Cargo space430 litres (114 gallons)
Optional cargo space430 litres (114 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 detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Weight1640 kg (3,615.6 pounds)
Max weight with load2115 kg (4,662.8 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 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)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions285.0 g/km
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