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1997 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230

WDBHA23E5VF493180
2.3L L4 DOHC 16V
Engine
5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
GERMANY
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID WDB Mercedes-Benz · Europe · Germany
VDS · Descriptor HA23E C-Class C230
VIS · Vehicle ID 5VF493180 1997 · Serial 493180

Basic Information

MakeMercedes-Benz
ModelC-Class
Year1997
TrimC230
Body StyleSEDAN 4-DR
Doors4
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
CountryGERMANY

Engine & Performance

Engine2.3L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeF
Serial Number493180

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Mercedes-Benz
Model C-Class
Trim Level C230

Engine & Performance

Displacement 2.3L/140
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 162 @ 4000
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 148 @ 5500
Fuel System SFI
Engine Type 2.3L L4 DOHC 16V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 5A OD
Transmission-long 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3195
Overall Length 177.40
Overall Width 67.70
Overall Height 56.10
Wheelbase 105.90
Standard Seating 5
Height, Overall (in) 56.1
Wheelbase (in) 105.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 67.7

Features & Options

Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Standard
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Standard
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 16.40
Fuel Economy-city 23
Fuel Economy-highway 30
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 23
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 30

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc
ABS Brakes Standard
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Recirc
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Optional

Other Specifications

Manufactured in GERMANY
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Turning Diameter 35.20
Tires 195/65R15
Front Headroom 37.20
Rear Headroom 37.00
Front Legroom 41.50
Rear Legroom 32.80
Front Shoulder Room 54.60
Rear Shoulder Room 54.30
Front Hip Room 52.80
Rear Hip Room 53.90
Track Front 59.00
Track Rear 57.60
Passenger Volume 89.80
Cargo Volume 11.60
MSRP $30,450
Dealer Invoice $26,490
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Full Size Spare Tire Standard
Rear Window Defogger Standard
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.5
Rear Tire Size 195/65HR15
Front Tire Size 195/65HR15
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.5

Pattern Information

PatternWDBHA23E V
WMI WDB (Germany, Europe)