Mercedes C 280 2007
Mercedes C class 2007 3.0 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes C 280 2007 has been produced from January, 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 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 automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes C 280 2007 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 246 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 280 2007 fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l), city fuel economy - 13.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 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 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 10.4 litres per 100 km, which is 11% 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.
- Mercedes C 280 2007 MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 9.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 9.1 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 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 10.7 litres per 100 km
Mercedes C 280 2007 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes C 280 2007 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2007. January ... 2011. January | ||
| Engine: | 2996 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 219 g/km |
| Power: | 231 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 2500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 246 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 (combined) 13.5 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.4 l/100km (22.6 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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |