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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C124) E 320 (220 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)
Coupe (C124) Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (Coupe (C124)). With 315 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1490 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 235 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 320 (220 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Smooth and powerful, the 3.2L inline-six provides effortless acceleration and refined cruising capabilities, ideal for long journeys.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a six-cylinder engine of its size and era, making it a good compromise between power and running costs.
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- • Outdated safety features compared to modern vehicles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 320 (220 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 1993 |
| End of production: | March, 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 315 Nm @ 3850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 104 E 32 / 104.992 [Same engine] More details about the engine M 104 E 32 / 104.992 |
| Engine displacement: | 3199 |
| 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 oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.8 kg/Hp, 147.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.7 kg/Nm, 211.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1490 |
| Max. weight: | 1985 |
| Max load: | 495 |
| 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 | 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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