Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C124) AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC


Overall Rating

7.5 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.0 / 5
Value 3.8 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 4.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

Coupe (C124) Overview:

Mercedes-Benz E-class (Coupe (C124)). With 385 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1540 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.

AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

A true performance machine, offering exhilarating acceleration and strong power delivery. Transforms the C124 into a serious sports coupe.

Fuel Economy

Fuel consumption is significantly higher, as expected for a high-performance AMG engine, but acceptable for its power output.

Best Use Case: Performance driving / Enthusiast / Highway cruising

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Timeless and elegant design with pillarless windows
  • • Exceptional build quality and robust engineering
  • • Luxurious and comfortable ride quality
  • • Refined and powerful six-cylinder engines (E 320, AMG E 36)
  • • Strong classic car appeal and potential for appreciation

Cons:

  • • Base four-cylinder engines can feel underpowered
  • • Fuel economy can be high, especially for larger engines
  • • Maintenance and parts can be expensive due to age and brand
  • • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles
  • • Some interior components may show wear after decades

Specifications:

General:
Brand:Mercedes-Benz
Model:E-class
Generation:Coupe (C124)
Modification (Engine):AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC
Start of production:1993
End of production:1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:4
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:272 Hp @ 5750 rpm.
Power per litre:75.5 Hp/l
Torque:385 Nm @ 3750-4500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:M 104 E 36 AMG / 104.9936
Engine displacement:3604
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:91 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92.4 mm mm
Compression ratio:10.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:13.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:8.5 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7 sec
Maximum speed:250 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:5.7 kg/Hp, 176.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4 kg/Nm, 250 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:6.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1540
Max. weight:1980
Max load:440
Fuel tank capacity:70 l
Size:
Length:4655 mm mm
Width:1740 mm mm
Height:1385 mm mm
Wheelbase:2715 mm mm
Front track:1516 mm
Rear (Back) track:1507 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typeG-TRONIC
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discs
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 225/45 ZR17
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 7.5Jx 17
Front suspensionWishbone, Torsion
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension, Torsion

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