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Mercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz C 280 Avantgarde Automatic
Year2009
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59 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)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2996 ccm (182.82 cubic inches)
Max power231.00 PS (170 kW or 228 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque301 Nm (30.7 kgf-m or 222.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
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
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1486 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space1416 litres (374 gallons)
Cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)
Optional cargo space475 litres (125 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient1.0
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

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

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Towing weight1585 kg (3,494.3 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity66.0 litres (17.44 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions285.0 g/km
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