Mercedes-Benz C124 (facelift 1989) 300 CE-24 (220 hp)
Gasoline engine with 220 hp (162 kW) and 195 lb-ft (265 Nm), built 1989–1992, coupe body, rear-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.
EnlargePower220 hp (162 kW)
Torque195 lb-ft (265 Nm)
0–62 mph8.0 s
Top speed147 mph (237 km/h)
FuelGasoline
Specifications
Engine
| Engine version | 300 CE-24 (220 hp) |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 104 E 30 / 104.980 |
| Displacement | 3.0 L (2,960 cm³) |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Engine position | Front, Longitudinal |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Valvetrain | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Multi-point indirect injection |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Bore | 88.5 mm |
| Stroke | 80.2 mm |
Performance
| Power | 220 hp (162 kW) @ 6400 rpm |
|---|---|
| Torque | 195 lb-ft (265 Nm) @ 4600 rpm |
| 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) | 8.0 s |
| Top speed | 147 mph (237 km/h) |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Fuel | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| City | 16 mpg (14.8 l/100 km) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (70 l) |
Body, dimensions and weight
| Body style | Coupe |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Length | 183.3 in (4,655 mm) |
| Width | 68.5 in (1,740 mm) |
| Height | 54.9 in (1,394 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,263 lb (1,480 kg) |
| Gross vehicle weight | 4,255 lb (1,930 kg) |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Gears | 5 |
| Steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link |
| Tires | Front wheel tires: 195/65 R15\; Rear wheel tires: 195/65 R15 |
| Wheels | Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 15\; Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 15 |
| Driver assistance | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
What to check on a Mercedes-Benz W124 with this engine
- On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
- Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
- Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.
Other Mercedes-Benz C124 (facelift 1989) engines
| Engine | Fuel | Power | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 CE (136 hp) Automatic | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | |
| 220 CE (150 hp) | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | |
| 320 CE (220 hp) | Gasoline | 220 hp (162 kW) |