Mercedes-Benz W124 (1985–1989)
The Mercedes-Benz W124 was offered with 16 engine versions (9 gasoline, 7 diesel), from 72 to 190 hp, built 1985–1989.
EnlargeProduction years1985–1989
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length186.6 in (4,740 mm) – 185.4 in (4,710 mm)
Width68.5 in (1,740 mm) – 68.1 in (1,730 mm)
Height56.1 in (1,425 mm) – 57.1 in (1,451 mm)
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft (520 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l) – 19.0 gal (72 l)
All Mercedes-Benz W124 engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 (109 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 109 hp (80 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 200 D (72 hp) | 1985–1989 | Diesel | 72 hp (53 kW) | 91 lb-ft (123 Nm) | 18.5 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 200 E (122 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 122 hp (90 kW) | 140 lb-ft (190 Nm) | Rear-wheel drive | |||
| 230 E (136 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 136 hp (100 kW) | 10.6 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 230 E (145 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 145 hp (107 kW) | 10.6 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 230 E (145 hp) Automatic | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 145 hp (107 kW) | 10.6 s | 137 mph (220 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 250 D (90 hp) | 1985–1989 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 117 lb-ft (159 Nm) | 16.5 s | 109 mph (175 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 260 E (170 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 170 hp (125 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 300 D (109 hp) | 1985–1989 | Diesel | 109 hp (80 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 12.8 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 E (190 hp) | 1985–1989 | Gasoline | 190 hp (140 kW) | 188 lb-ft (255 Nm) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |||
| 300 D Turbo (143 hp) | 1986–1988 | Diesel | 143 hp (105 kW) | 10.9 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 260 E 4MATIC (166 hp) | 1987–1989 | Gasoline | 166 hp (122 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 300 D 4MATIC (109 hp) | 1987–1989 | Diesel | 109 hp (80 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 12.8 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 E 4-matic (188 hp) | 1987–1989 | Gasoline | 188 hp (138 kW) | 188 lb-ft (255 Nm) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |||
| 300 D Turbo (147 hp) | 1988–1989 | Diesel | 147 hp (108 kW) | 201 lb-ft (273 Nm) | 10.9 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 D Turbo 4MATIC (147 hp) | 1988–1989 | Diesel | 147 hp (108 kW) | 10.9 s | 126 mph (202 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.