Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY
Mercedes C class 2011 3.5 petrol description
Coupe Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY is being produced from January, 2011. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 306 horsepower on 6400 rpm and torque 370 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 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 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes C class 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km (14.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 66 litres or 17.44 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 9.5 litres per 100 km, which is 40% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes C class fuel consumption.

Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY technical data
Model: | Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY | ||
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Body style: | Coupe | ||
Production period: | 2011. January | ||
Engine: | 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 159 g/km |
Power: | 306 HP ON 6400 RPM | Torque: | 370 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.8 (combined) 9.4 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km (24.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres (17.4 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.59m (length) 1.77m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 450 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2085 kg |
Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY engine M276 DES35
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 | 3498 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92.9 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 12.2 : 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 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 306 HP ON 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 NM ON 3500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2010 |
Duration of production | 15 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 2013 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes CLS Mercedes SLK and 3 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 coupe [2011 modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes C 180 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 156 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes C 180 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY | 1.8 Petrol | 156 HP | - | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes C 250 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 240 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes C 220 2011 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes C 220 2011 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY | 2.1 Diesel | 170 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes C 250 2011 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Most powerfull diesel version (204 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Mercedes C 250 2011 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY
Most powerfull diesel version (204 HP) |
2.1 Diesel | 204 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes C 350 2011 BlueEFFICIENCY | 3.5 Petrol | 306 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) |
Mercedes C 63 2011 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds |
6.2 Petrol | 457 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) |