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Mercedes-Benz E-class W124 E 280 long (193 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
W124 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W124). With 270 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. The top speed reaches 215 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
The W124 predates Euro NCAP testing. While built to high standards for its time, it lacks modern safety features like multiple airbags, advanced crumple zones, and electronic stability control found in newer vehicles.
E 280 long (193 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong and smooth performance, similar to the standard E 280, but with the added length for increased rear passenger comfort. Acceleration might be marginally affected by weight.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a 2.8L inline-six, though the longer wheelbase and potential extra weight might slightly increase consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary build quality and durability
- • Timeless, elegant design
- • Exceptional ride comfort and refinement
- • Wide range of robust and reliable engines
- • Strong classic car appeal and increasing value
- • Spacious and practical interior
Cons:
- • Lack of modern safety features (pre-Euro NCAP)
- • Maintenance can be expensive for specific parts
- • Fuel economy on larger petrol engines is poor by modern standards
- • Performance on base diesel models is very slow
- • Rust can be an issue on neglected examples
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (A124): July, 1992 - June, 1997).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | W124 |
| Modification (Engine): | E 280 long (193 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 1993 |
| End of production: | July, 1994 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 6 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 193 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69 Hp/l [885mm more] |
| Torque: | 270 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 104 E 28 / 104.942 More details about the engine M 104 E 28 / 104.942 |
| Engine displacement: | 2799 |
| 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: | 73.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 215 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 175.3 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 |
| Max. weight: | 2460 |
| Max load: | 920 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 390 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5540 mm mm [885mm more] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1471 mm mm [100mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3600 mm mm [885mm more] |
| Front track: | 1492 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1489 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5 J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Spring Strut, Coil spring, Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Hydro-pneumatic element, Independent multi-link suspension, Coil spring |
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