Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2008

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr Sedan
Wheelbase 108.7 in
Length 182.3 in
Width 69.7 in
Height 56.3 in
Curb Weight 3527 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.4 in
Total Legroom 75.1 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume 12.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seat causes no discomfort to my tailbone like many ohter cars. Furthermore, the padding is firm and feels like it will last a long time. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Mercedes-Benz makes the best seats in the business, period. Even after a 10 hour drive, my back did not hurt. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not much leg room when compared to other luxury entries. No flat floor so a 3rd passenger in the rear is not possible. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2009 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Center console and stack cut into front side leg room, my left leg is always up against the center console. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
just ok see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
too tight back there. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
 

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim C300 Sport Sedan C300 Luxury Sedan C350 Sport Sedan C63 AMG
Standard Engine 3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
228 hp@6000
221 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
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
451 hp@6800
443 lb-ft@5000
Standard Transmission6-speed manual7-speed manually-shiftable automatic7-speed manually-shiftable automatic7-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Optional Transmission(s)7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   
Standard DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)AWDAWD  
Standard Tires225/45HR17 tires (front)
245/40HR17 tires (rear)
225/45HR17 tires225/45HR17 tires (front)
245/40HR17 tires (rear)
235/40ZR18 tires (front)
255/35ZR18 tires (rear)
Optional Tires225/40ZR18 tires (front)
255/35ZR18 tires (rear)
 225/40ZR18 tires (front)
255/35ZR18 tires (rear)
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 221hp 3.0L V6 Diesel
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Smooth, powerful and deceptively fast see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The car is peppy, handles very good, fun to drive see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
power fuel economy see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Powertrain: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Underpowered for its class see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2008 4dr Sedan supercharged 181hp 1.8L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Always underpowered see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
 

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2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan C300 Sport Sedan 31,600 29,388 825
4dr Sedan C300 Luxury Sedan 33,300 30,969 825
4dr Sedan C350 Sport Sedan 36,900 34,317 825
4dr Sedan C63 AMG 53,800 50,034 875

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