Mercedes C 280 2007

Mercedes C class 2007 3.0 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes C 280 2007 has been produced from March, 2007 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 231 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 2500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes C 280 2007 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Mercedes C 280 2007 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes C 280 2007 fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.6 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 13.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

Mercedes C class safety

During safety testing Mercedes C class has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Mercedes C class is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Mercedes C class got two stars.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes C class versions - with automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 280 2007 AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 280 2007 4MATIC AT 4x4) available:
  • Mercedes C 280 2007 AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 10.4 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes C 280 2007 4MATIC AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 2 % - 9.6 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C class 2007

Mercedes C 280 2007 technical data

Model: Mercedes C 280 2007
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2007. March ... 2011. January 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 220 g/km
Power: 231 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 300 NM ON 2500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.4 (combined) 13.6 (urban) 7.0 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10 l/100km (23.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.58m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.45m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.84 meters
Trunk capacity: 475 litres

Mercedes C 280 2007 engine M272 KE30

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 82.1 mm
Compression ratio 11.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes C 280 2007 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 231 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 300 NM ON 2500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 13 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes CLK Mercedes SLK and 4 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes C class sedan [2007 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2009 Kompressor BlueEFFICIENCY Jan 2009 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 156 HP 7.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2009 Kompressor BlueEFFICIENCY Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 1.6 Petrol 156 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2007 Kompressor Sep 2007 — Feb 2009

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.8 Petrol 156 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 Kompressor Sep 2007 — Feb 2009 1.8 Petrol 156 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 Kompressor Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 184 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 CDI Sep 2007 — Jan 2011

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 136 HP 5.7 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 CDI Sep 2007 — Jan 2011 2.1 Diesel 136 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2007 CDI Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.1 Diesel 170 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2007 CDI Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 2.1 Diesel 170 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2007 Sep 2007 — Jan 2011 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2007 Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2007 4MATIC 4x4 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.6 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI Mai 2007 — Jan 2011 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI Mai 2007 — Jan 2011 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 4MATIC 4x4 Jul 2007 — Jan 2011 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 350 2007 Mar 2007 — Jan 2011 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 350 2007 4MATIC 4x4 3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.0 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 63 2007 AMG Oct 2007 — Jan 2011

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds

6.2 Petrol 457 HP 13.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2007 reviews
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