Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202) C 280 V6 (197 hp)
Gasoline engine with 197 hp (145 kW) and 195 lb-ft (265 Nm), built 1997–2000, sedan body, rear-wheel drive. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202) has 2 more powerful gasoline versions.
EnlargePower197 hp (145 kW)
Torque195 lb-ft (265 Nm)
0–62 mph8.3 s
Top speed144 mph (232 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | C 280 V6 (197 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 112.920 |
| Displacement | 2.8 L (2,799 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | V-engine |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 3 |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Bore | 89.9 mm |
| Stroke | 73.5 mm |
| Engine oil capacity | 8.5 qt (8 l) |
Performance
| Power | 197 hp (145 kW) @ 5800 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 195 lb-ft (265 Nm) @ 3000-4800 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 8.3 s |
| Top speed | 144 mph (232 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 16 mpg (14.8 l/100 km) |
| Highway | 23 mpg (10.1 l/100 km) |
| CO₂ emissions | 388 g/mi (241 g/km) |
| Emission standard | Euro 3 |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal (62 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 5 |
| Length | 177.8 in (4,516 mm) |
| Width | 67.8 in (1,723 mm) |
| Height | 54.9 in (1,395 mm) |
| Curb weight | 2,987 lb (1,355 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 4,211 lb (1,910 kg) |
| Cargo volume | 15.2 cu ft (430 l) |
| Drag coefficient | 0.31 |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, double wishbone, stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring, independent multi-link, stabilizer bar |
| Tires | 195/65 R15; 205/60 R15 |
| Wheels | 6.5J x 15; 7J x 15 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Mercedes-Benz C-Class with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMG C 36 (280 hp) 4G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | |
| C 180 (202.018) (122 hp) | Gasoline | 122 hp (90 kW) | |
| C 180 (202.018) (122 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 122 hp (90 kW) | |
| C 200 D (202.120) (75 hp) | Diesel | 75 hp (55 kW) | |
| C 220 (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| C 220 D (95 hp) | Diesel | 95 hp (70 kW) | |
| C 250 D (113 hp) | Diesel | 113 hp (83 kW) | |
| C 280 (193 hp) | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| C 280 (193 hp) 4G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| C 180 (122 hp) | Gasoline | 122 hp (90 kW) | |
| C 200 (202.020) (136 hp) | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| C 200 (202.020) (136 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| C 200 Kompressor (180 hp) | Gasoline | 180 hp (132 kW) | |
| C 230 Kompressor (193 hp) | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | |
| C 250 TD (150 hp) | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| C 250 TD (150 hp) 4G-TRONIC | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| C 200 D (88 hp) | Diesel | 88 hp (65 kW) | |
| C 200 Kompressor (192 hp) | Gasoline | 192 hp (141 kW) | |
| C 230 (150 hp) 5G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| AMG C 43 V8 (306 hp) 5G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 306 hp (225 kW) | |
| C 220 D (95 hp) | Diesel | 95 hp (70 kW) | |
| C 240 V6 (170 hp) | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| C 240 V6 (170 hp) 5G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | |
| C 280 V6 (197 hp) 5G-TRONIC | Gasoline | 197 hp (145 kW) | |
| C 220 CDI (125 hp) | Diesel | 125 hp (92 kW) | |
| C 220 CDI (125 hp) 5G-TRONIC | Diesel | 125 hp (92 kW) |