INFINITI G35 vs Mercedes-Benz C280
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2007 Mercedes-Benz C280
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 35 | C280 Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2007 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,250 (best) | $33,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal (best) | 16.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 306 hp (best) | 228 hp |
| Torque | 268 lb-ft (best) | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 12.2 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,497 lbs | 3,460 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 106.9 in |
| Length | 187 in (best) | 178.2 in |
| Width | 69.8 in (best) | 68 in |
| Height | 57.2 in (best) | 55.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI G3535 | Mercedes-Benz C280C280 Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 1 (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | INFINITI G35 | Mercedes-Benz C280 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 35 $32,250 MSRP(Currently comparing) | C280 Luxury $33,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 35 Journey $32,700 MSRP | C280 Luxury 4MATIC $35,200 MSRP |
| 3 | 35 Sport $33,050 MSRP | — |
| 4 | 35 x $34,750 MSRP | — |
INFINITI G35 vs Mercedes-Benz C280 FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 INFINITI G35 vs 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 INFINITI G35 starts lower at $32,250.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
- The 2008 INFINITI G35 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (32,250).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
- The 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 INFINITI G35 or 2007 Mercedes-Benz C280?
- The 2008 INFINITI G35 leads on horsepower in this comparison (306).