2009 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications
Engine LocationFront
Drive TypeRear Wheel (standard), AWD
Body / ChassisSteel unit body
Production Years for Series2007 -
Weight3560 lbs | 1614.8 kg
MPG City18
MPG Highway25

Performance
0-60 mph7.1 seconds.
Top Speed130 mph | 209.2 km/h (limited)

Engine   [Optional Engines]
Engine ConfigurationV
Cylinders6
Aspiration/InductionNormal
Displacement2996.00 cc | 182.8 cu in. | 3 L.
Valves24 valves.
4 valves per cylinder.
ValvetrainDOHC
Horsepower228.00 BHP (167.8 KW) @ 6000.00 RPM
Torque221.00 Ft-Lbs (299.7 NM) @ 2700.00 RPM
HP to Weight Ratio15.6 LB / HP
HP / Liter76.0 BHP / Liter
Redline6500
Compression Ratio11.1 : 1
Fuel FeedFuel Injected
BlockAluminum
HeadAluminum Alloy
Ignition SystemME 9.7
Intake ManifoldTwo-stage intake manifold, tumble flaps

Standard Transmission
Gears6
TransmissionManual
Final Drive3.42

Optional Transmission
Gears7
TransmissionAutomatic

Gear Ratios
1st Gear5.1
2nd Gear2.78
3rd Gear1.75
4th Gear1.25
5th Gear1.00
6th Gear0.81

Dimensions   
Cargo Volume12.40 cu. ft.
Interior Volume88.201 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity17.4 Gal
Exterior
Length182.301 in | 4630.4 mm.
Width69.701 in | 1770.4 mm.
Height56.301 in | 1430 mm.
Wheelbase108.701 in | 2761 mm.
Front Track60.401 in | 1534.2 mm.
Rear Track59.601 in | 1513.9 mm.
Ground Clearance4.101 in | 104.2 mm.
Front Overhang60.41 in | 1534.4 mm.
Rear Overhang59.61 in | 1514.1 mm.
Interior
Front Headroom37.101 in | 942.4 mm.
Rear Headroom36.901 in | 937.3 mm.
Front Legroom41.701 in | 1059.2 mm.
Rear Legroom33.401 in | 848.4 mm.
Front Hip Room52.31 in | 1328.7 mm.
Rear Hip Room54.91 in | 1394.7 mm.
Front Shoulder Room54.701 in | 1389.4 mm.
Rear Shoulder Room55.001 in | 1397 mm.
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Suspension
SuspensionFront : Coil spring strut with two-piece control arm, gas shocks, stabilizer bar

Rear : Independent 5-arm multilink with geometry for antisquat and alignment control. Coil springs, gas-charged shock absorbers, stabilizer bar


Steering
 Rack and Pinion with Power Assist
Turns lock to lock2.50
Turning Circle35.601 ft

Brakes
Front Brake Size11.601 in | 294.7 mm.
Rear Brake Size11.801 in | 299.7 mm.

Tires / Wheels
Tires225/45 R17, all-season performance
Wheels7.5 x 17


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