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specifications

The 2008 C350 Sport Sedan
MSRP $37,275*

Engine and Drivetrain

Engine 3,498-cc DOHC 24-valve V-6. Aluminum-alloy cylinder block.

Net power 268 hp @ 6,000 rpm

Net torque 258 lb-ft @ 2,400 - 5,000 rpm

Compression ratio 10.7:1

Fuel requirementPremium unleaded gasoline

Fuel tank (capacity - reserve) 17.4 gal - 2.1 gal.

 

Automatic Transmission Standard electronically controlled 7-speed automatic with rear-wheel drive. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver's current driving style. Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allows upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right from the Drive position. Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive for one second. Driver-selectable Comfort mode starts vehicle moving in 2nd gear or 2nd Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm, to help improve control on slippery surfaces. The instrument cluster displays a readout of selected gear range and Standard/Comfort mode.

Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive.

Rear axle ratio 2.82:1

Note: Actual vehicles and specifications may vary.

 

* MSRP includes $775 transportation and handling charge and excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, Mercedes-Benz Dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, optional equipment and accessories, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges. Actual prices may vary by dealer.
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