MERCEDES-BENZ C-klasse · C 280 Classic · Sedan · 1997 ‐ 2000

Production modification C 280 Classic of car models C-klasse was launched in 1997 by Mercedes-Benz, and lasted until 2000. The weight of the car is 1.4 tons and a length of 4.5 meters, It is formed as sedan with four doors, and can be placed in a 5 men including the driver.

«C-klasse C 280 Classic» automobile with a 5-speed automatic transmission is fitted to the rear-wheels. 6-cylinders petrol motor engine with «multipoint injection fuel system» can generate output 197 horsepower at 5800 rmp, allowing you to speed up the auto in 8.5 seconds to 100 km/h and achieve max speed of 228 km/h.

Fuel consumption is 14.6 liters in the city mode of driving, on the highway 7.3 liters, and the mixed fuel consumption is 10 liters per 100 km. Fuel tank volume is 62 l of petrol, what provides to go about 620 kilometers unrefueled.

The front wheels of this automobile have ventilated disks, 273 mm brakes and fixed to the chassis using suspension «Double wishbone, independent, coil springs» and equipped stabilizer bar. Rearward wheels have disks, 279 mm brakes and attached to the undercarriage by dint of suspension «Multilink, coil springs» and equipped anti-roll bar. Tires have the next size - 195/65VR15.

In conformity with the results of Euro NCAP crash test, this model of Mercedes-Benz C-klasse received the 2 quantity of stars. In addition to active systems of safety (Traction control, Brake assistant, EBD, ABS), it is also has passive safety systems (passenger, side, driver airbags).