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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

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MSRP Price Range: $31,600 - $53,800
Invoice Price Range: $29,388 - $50,034
Fuel Economy: 16 Cty / 24 Hwy

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Specifications 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport Brakes
Brake Type: Power
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or No): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or No): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.6 x 1.26
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 11.8 x 0.86


Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume (ft³): 12.4


Engine
Engine Type: Gas/Ethanol V6
Engine Type: Gas V6
Displacement: 3.0L/183
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 228 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 221 @ 2700 - 5000


Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in): 108.7
Length, Overall (in): 182.3
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 69.7
Height, Overall (in): 56.3


Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 17.4


Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 89.0
Front Head Room (in): 37.1
Front Leg Room (in): 41.7
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.7
Second Head Room (in): 36.9
Second Leg Room (in): 33.4
Second Shoulder Room (in): 55.1


Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 18
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 25
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 26


Steering
Steering Type: Rack & Pinion Steering
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.5
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 35.6


Summary
Vehicle Name: C Class
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan


Suspension
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): 3-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): 5-Arm Multi-link


Tires
Front Tire Size: P225/45R17
Rear Tire Size: P245/40R17
Spare Tire Size: Compact


Transmission
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code: 427
Trans Order Code: 411
Trans Type: 7
Trans Type: 6
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont.: Manual
First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.38
First Gear Ratio (:1): 5.10
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.86
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.78
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.92
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.75
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.37
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.25
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.82
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.81
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.42 (R2 2.23)
Reverse Ratio (:1): 4.63
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.07
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1): 0.73


Vehicle
EPA Classification: Compact


Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3560
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3527


Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x - TBD -
Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 8.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): Compact
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: Steel


Interior Features 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport MB-Tex upholstery 8-way pwr front bucket seats-inc: adjustable lumbar, active head restraints Front sport seats Aluminum trim Front/rear floormats Leather-trimmed steering wheel w/multi-function controls 4-way tilt/telescopic steering wheel Steering wheel audio controls 5" central controller display w/retractable cover Multi-function display in instrument cluster-inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, oil level check, digital speedometer, audio status, reminder & malfunction messages, driver-programmable settings Instrumentation-inc: fuel & coolant temp gauge, clock, tachometer Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display Tire pressure monitoring system Pwr windows w/1-touch express up/down SmartKey infrared remote-inc: trunk open, panic alarm, fuel-filler door, selective unlock, programmable auto-lock Cruise control Alarm system Engine immobilizer AM/FM/Weatherband radio w/CD-player-inc: MP3 capability, (8) speakers, Bluetooth interface for hands-free phone Glovebox auxiliary audio input jacks Automatic dual-zone climate control-inc: dust & pollen filters, tunnel mode w/1-touch closing of all windows, sun sensor Rear seat heating ducts Rear window defroster w/auto-shutoff based on time, driving speed & exterior temp Auxiliary pwr outlet Front/rear cupholders Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors Front/rear reading lamps Night security illumination Aluminum shift knob
Exterior Features 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport Pwr tilt/slide tinted glass sunroof w/1-touch express open/close AMG front air dam w/mesh air intakes, side skirts & rear apron Halogen headlamps w/selectable light-sensing Front halogen fog lamps Single rear red fog lamp Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto override Pwr heated mirrors
Mechanical Features 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport 3.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 engine 6-speed manual transmission Rear wheel drive Electronic stability program (ESP) Independent 3-link front suspension-inc: sport coil springs over sport gas- pressurized shock absorbers, anti-dive geometry Independent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension-inc: separate sport coil springs, sport gas-pressurized shock absorbers Lower sport suspension Front/rear stabilizer bar P225/45R17 front all-season performance tires P245/40R17 rear all-season performance tires Temporary spare tire w/steel wheel 17" x 7.5" front 7-dual-spoke aluminum wheels 17" x 8.5" rear 7-dual-spoke aluminum wheels Vehicle-speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering 4-wheel anti-lock disc brake system (ABS) w/brake assist Pwr perforated & ventilated front & ventilated rear disc brakes Polished chrome exhaust tips
Safety Features 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport 4-wheel anti-lock disc brake system (ABS) w/brake assist Driver & front passenger dual-stage air bags w/front passenger adaptive feature Front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) Front/rear side curtain airbags Front side-impact airbags 3-point driver & front passenger shoulder belts-inc: height adjustment, emergency tensioning device, adaptive belt force limiter Rear 3-point seat belts w/outboard emergency tensioning device, outboard belt force limiter, outboard automatic height adjustment Outboard rear universal lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) Child safety rear door locks Emergency interior trunk release handle Electronic stability program (ESP) Front/rear crumple zones Programmable daytime running lamps w/auto override
Safety Ratings 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan 3.0L Sport
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