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Mercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 T Classic
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57 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, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving9.7 litres/100 km (24.25 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power231.7 PS (170 kW or 229 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 cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Top speed248.0 km/h (154.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1511 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3087 litres (816 gallons)
Cargo space470 litres (124 gallons)
Optional cargo space1384 litres (366 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1535 kg (3,384.1 pounds)
Max weight with load2015 kg (4,442.3 pounds)
Towing weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR35178
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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