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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C124) E 200 (136 Hp)
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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)
Coupe (C124) Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (Coupe (C124)). With 190 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.6 l/100km). With a weight of 1380 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 200 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.
E 200 (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting and relaxed cruising, but lacks the sporty edge of larger engines. Acceleration is leisurely.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its time, especially on extra-urban cycles, making it a more economical choice within the lineup.
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- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles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:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (A124): July, 1992 - June, 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | Coupe (C124) |
| Modification (Engine): | E 200 (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 1993 |
| End of production: | March, 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 136 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 190 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 111 E 20 / 111.940 More details about the engine M 111 E 20 / 111.940 |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| 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: | 78.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 200 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1380 |
| Max. weight: | 1900 |
| Max load: | 520 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4655 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1395 mm mm [24mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| 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 | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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; 205/60 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 15; 7J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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