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Mercedes-Benz R 280

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz R 280
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2995 ccm (182.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving10.9 litres/100 km (21.58 miles per gallon)
Seats6
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2995 ccm (182.75 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.
Compression11.3:1
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 speed222.0 km/h (137.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1085 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3087 litres (816 gallons)
Cargo space601 litres (159 gallons)
Optional cargo space2001 litres (529 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle14 m (531.5 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight2130 kg (4,695.8 pounds)
Max weight with load2790 kg (6,150.9 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length4940 mm (194.5 inches)
Overall width1930 mm (76.0 inches)
Overall height1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Wheelbase2990 mm (117.7 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR46738
CO2 emissions237.0 g/km
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