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2008 Mercedes-Benz R 280 CDI V251 (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2007-2010]

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Overview

2008 Mercedes-Benz R 280 CDI V251 (Automatic / 7 Gears) RWD [2007-2010]

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 280 CDI, offered on the European market (Generation V251 lwb), is a luxury 5-door minivan/ MPV with rear-wheel drive RWD . This model uses the Daimler-Benz OM642 DE30 engine, a 2987 cm3 V6 (72°) diesel engine with turbocharger, intercooler and DPF filter. The engine produces 190 hp / 188 hp/ 140 kw in 4000 engine rpm and 440 nm torque in 1400 – 2800 engine rpm. Combined with the 7-speed automatic transmission (7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 210 km/h . Its combined fuel consumption is about 9 L/100km . The car has a length of 5173 mm , width 1922 mm , height 1661 mm and weighs 2170 kg , with a fuel tank of 80 liters .

Model:V251 R 280 CDI lwb
Production year:2008
Transmission:Automatic 7 speed
Starting price:€51,400
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:440 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 6
Charge system:Diesel with turbocharger
Displacement:2987 cm3
Max power:190 PS / 188 HP / 140 kW
Fuel type:Diesel
Fuel consumption:9 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:5.8-7 L/100km
City:9.6-11.5 L/100km
Emission standard:Euro 4
Body style:Minivan / MPV
0-80 km/h:6.8 s
0-100 km/h:10.1 s
0-160 km/h:29.2 s
0-200 km/h:84.6 s
Top speed:210 km/h
Curb weight:2170 kg
Gross weight:2860 kg
Length:5173 mm
Width:1922 mm
Height:1661 mm
Fuel capacity:80 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
75%
Safety
75%
Performance
60%
Driveability
70%
Durability
60%
Maintenance
50%
Design
65%
Summary

The R 280 CDI in the long-range variant (lwb) represented entry into the diesel engine range for the R-Class in Europe. Unlike the 4MATIC models, this rear-wheel drive (RWD) variant offers a slightly lighter weight and a more fuel-saving performance. The V6 OM642 engine is electronically limited to 190 HP in this version, but remains very reliable and quiet. Attention should be paid to DPF pressure sensors and maintenance of the Common Rail injection system. It is an ideal choice for long family trips where the priority is the economy and maximum space.

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