2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 takes 0W-30 motor oil — 7.9 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
0W-30 — 7.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Matic | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 7.90 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). TSB No. P-B18.40/18a: The specified oil fill capacity, with oil filter change, of all U.S. version with series 203 is reduced from 8.5 qts. (8.0l) to 7.90 qts. (7.5l). |
| Base | MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40 | 7.90 QTS. | — | Use Mercedes-Benz approved engine oil only. See bulletin No. S-0473-08B (Mercedes-Benz Factory Approved Service Products). TSB No. P-B18.40/18a: The specified oil fill capacity, with oil filter change, of all U.S. version with series 203 is reduced from 8.5 qts. (8.0l) to 7.90 qts. (7.5l). |
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2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.5 quarts (7.09 L) — MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 take?
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 takes 0W-30 motor oil (MB Approved Synthetic Engine Oil - SAE 0W-30, 5W-30, 5W-40 or 0W-40), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 take?
The 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280 holds 7.9 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280?
Yes. 0W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C280. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.