Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI

Mercedes C class 2007 3.0 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2011. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 3800 rpm and torque 510 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes C class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51 and oil capacity is 8.8 litres.

Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 244 km/h.

Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI fuel consumption is 7.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 manual gearbox (Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI MT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 4WD AT) available:
  • Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI MT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 7.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 4WD AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 7.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.5 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes C class 2007

Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI
Body style: Estate car / wagon
Production period: 2007. January ... 2011. January 
Engine: 2987 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 199 g/km
Power: 224 HP ON 3800 RPM Torque: 510 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 244 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.5 (combined) 10.2 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 66 litres (17.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.60m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.8 meters

Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI engine OM642 320/350 CDI

Engine displacement 2987 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 83 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 400,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI oil type 5W-30, MB 228.51/229.51
Oil capacity 8.8 litres (9.3 quarts) More service info
Power 211 - 235 HP ON 3800 RPM
Torque 440 - 540 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 19 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2008 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes S klase and 8 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 estate car [2007 - 2011] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes C 180 2007 Kompressor

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.8 Petrol 156 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 180 2007 Kompressor 1.8 Petrol 156 HP 8.2 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 136 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 200 2007 CDI 2.1 Diesel 136 HP 6.1 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2007 CDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.1 Diesel 170 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 220 2007 CDI 2.1 Diesel 170 HP 6.8 l/100km Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 250 2009 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 2.1 Diesel 204 HP - Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 250 2009 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 2.1 Diesel 204 HP - Automatic (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 230 2007 2.5 Petrol 204 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 280 2007 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 300 2009 Jan 2009 — 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 300 2009 Jan 2009 — Jan 2011 3.0 Petrol 231 HP 9.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (6) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C 320 2007 CDI 4WD 3.0 Diesel 224 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Mercedes C 350 2007

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds

3.5 Petrol 272 HP 9.9 l/100km Automatic (7) Rear wheel
Mercedes C class 2007 reviews
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