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2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in |
| Length | 178.4 in |
| Width | 68.0 in |
| Height | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3450 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.0 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy to drive for many hours at as time, good trip car. Very comfortable, smooth ride. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 154hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Rear seats are narrow and hard. The centre seat is only usable for very small people on very short trips. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There is no rear seat room. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
fake leather is too cheap for a m-b. seats too hard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Standard Engine | 2.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6200 181 lb-ft@2700 | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 228 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@2700 | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 | 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 362 hp@5750 376 lb-ft@4000 |
| Standard Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD | |||
| Standard Tires | 225/45ZR17 tires (front) 245/40ZR17 tires (rear) | 205/55HR16 tires | 225/45ZR17 tires (front) 245/40ZR17 tires (rear) | 205/55HR16 tires | 225/40ZR18 tires (front) 245/35ZR18 tires (rear) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
quick up to speed, fast highway performer. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Smooth power. Stable handling. Solid feel see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Outstanding supercharged 1.8L engine provides good acceleration, and outstanding highway mileage. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I like the variety of powertrains available. The choices give you the right control over the vehicle and all choices are responsive enough for safety. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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