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Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabrio (A124) E 220 (150 Hp) Automatic
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Mercedes-Benz E-class:
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a range of executive cars manufactured by German automaker Mercedes-Benz in various engine and body configurations. Produced since September 1953, the E-Class falls as a midrange in the Mercedes line-up, and has been marketed worldwide across five generations.
Before 1993, the E suffix in Mercedes-Benz model names referred to Einspritzmotor when in the early 1970s fuel injection began to proliferate beyond its upper-tier luxury and sporting models. By the launch of the facelifted W124 in 1993 fuel injection was ubiquitous in Mercedes engines, and the E was adopted as a prefix. The model line is referred to officially as the E-Class. All generations of the E-Class have offered either rear-wheel drive or Mercedes' 4Matic four-wheel drive system....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Cabrio (A124) Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (Cabrio (A124)). With 210 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1630 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 205 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
E 220 (150 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a smooth and comfortable driving experience, with adequate power for most situations, though slightly less engaging than the manual version.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for an automatic, slightly higher than the manual, but still a practical choice for daily driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Timeless and elegant design
- • Exceptional build quality and robust engineering
- • Superb ride comfort and refinement
- • Smooth and powerful inline-six engines (E320, AMG E36)
- • Classic car status with increasing collector value
- • High-quality interior materials
Cons:
- • Fuel consumption can be high, especially for larger engines
- • Maintenance and parts can be expensive due to age and Mercedes-Benz premium
- • Lacks modern safety features and technology
- • Not as sporty or agile as some contemporary rivals (except AMG)
- • Age-related issues like wiring harness degradation can occur
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(T-modell (S213, facelift 2020): August, 2020 - 2023).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | Cabrio (A124) |
| Modification (Engine): | E 220 (150 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | December, 1992 |
| End of production: | July, 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.2 Hp/l [290mm less] |
| Torque: | 210 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 111 E 22 / 111.960 More details about the engine M 111 E 22 / 111.960 |
| Engine displacement: | 2199 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 8.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.9 kg/Hp, 92 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1630 |
| Max. weight: | 2130 |
| Max load: | 500 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4655 mm mm [290mm less] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [112mm less] |
| Height: | 1391 mm mm [85mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm mm [224mm less] |
| Front track: | 1501 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1491 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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