Mercedes-Benz W124 (facelift 1989) (1989–1993)
The Mercedes-Benz W124 (facelift 1989) was offered with 13 engine versions (7 gasoline, 6 diesel), from 75 to 326 hp, built 1989–1993.
EnlargeProduction years1989–1993
Body styleSedan
Doors5 – 4
Length186.6 in (4,740 mm) – 187.0 in (4,750 mm)
Width68.5 in (1,740 mm) – 70.7 in (1,796 mm)
Height56.1 in (1,425 mm) – 55.5 in (1,410 mm)
Cargo volume18.4 cu ft (520 l)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (70 l) – 23.8 gal (90 l)
All Mercedes-Benz W124 (facelift 1989) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 200 D (75 hp) | 1989–1993 | Diesel | 75 hp (55 kW) | 93 lb-ft (126 Nm) | 18.5 s | 99 mph (160 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 230 E (132 hp) | 1989–1992 | Gasoline | 132 hp (97 kW) | |||||
| 250 D (94 hp) | 1989–1993 | Diesel | 94 hp (69 kW) | Rear-wheel drive | ||||
| 250 D Turbo (126 hp) | 1989–1993 | Diesel | 126 hp (93 kW) | 170 lb-ft (231 Nm) | 12.3 s | 123 mph (198 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 250 D Turbo (126 hp) Automatic | 1989–1993 | Diesel | 126 hp (93 kW) | 170 lb-ft (231 Nm) | 12.3 s | 123 mph (198 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 D (113 hp) | 1989–1993 | Diesel | 113 hp (83 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 12.8 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 D (113 hp) 4MATIC | 1989–1990 | Diesel | 113 hp (83 kW) | 141 lb-ft (191 Nm) | 12.8 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 E-24 (220 hp) | 1989–1992 | Gasoline | 220 hp (162 kW) | 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |||
| 400 E V8 (279 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 279 hp (205 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 7.2 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 500 E V8 (326 hp) Automatic | 1991–1992 | Gasoline | 326 hp (240 kW) | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) | 6.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 220 E (150 hp) | 1992–1993 | Gasoline | 150 hp (110 kW) | 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) | 10.6 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 280 E (197 hp) | 1992–1993 | Gasoline | 197 hp (145 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 9.1 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 500 E V8 (320 hp) Automatic | 1992–1993 | Gasoline | 320 hp (235 kW) | 347 lb-ft (470 Nm) | 6.1 s | 155 mph (250 km/h, Electronically limited) | Rear-wheel drive |
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.