The Mercedes-Benz 280 was a variant of the W114 Sedan that debuted for the 1973 model year. The 280 was powered by Mercedes' M110.921 engine, which was a 2.8L carbureted inline six that generated 160hp. This power was sent to the rear wheels via manual and automatic transmission options. Production of the W114 Mercedes-Benz 280 ended in 1976, with 44,537 examples built. The 280 model series would continue life in the next generation Mercedes-Benz E as the W123 Mercedes-Benz 280.