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Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabrio (A124) AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC
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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 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 7.2 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Transforms the A124 into a true performance machine with exhilarating acceleration and a powerful, engaging driving character. A rare and highly sought-after variant.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is significantly higher, reflecting its performance-oriented nature. Not a priority for buyers of this exclusive model.
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(W214: October, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | Cabrio (A124) |
| Modification (Engine): | AMG E 36 (272 Hp) 4G-TRONIC |
| Start of production: | September, 1993 |
| End of production: | June, 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 272 Hp @ 5750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.5 Hp/l [294mm less] |
| Torque: | 385 Nm @ 3750-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 104 E 36 AMG / 104.9936 More details about the engine 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: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.2 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: | 6.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1540 |
| Max. weight: | 2210 |
| Max load: | 670 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4655 mm mm [294mm less] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [140mm less] |
| Height: | 1383 mm mm [85mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm mm [246mm less] |
| Front track: | 1518 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1507 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 |
| Gearbox type | G-TRONIC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 225/45 ZR 17 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone, Torsion |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Torsion |
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