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Mercedes-Benz E-class Cabrio (A124) E 320 (220 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)
Cabrio (A124) Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (Cabrio (A124)). With 315 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1710 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 9.2 s). The top speed reaches 235 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
E 320 (220 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines robust performance with the engaging feel of a manual gearbox, offering a truly rewarding driving experience for enthusiasts.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption is a given for this powerful engine, but it's a fair compromise for the significant performance gains and smooth inline-six character.
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(T-modell (S214): January, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model: | E-class |
| Generation: | Cabrio (A124) |
| Modification (Engine): | E 320 (220 Hp) |
| Start of production: | July, 1992 |
| End of production: | June, 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 68.8 Hp/l [294mm less] |
| Torque: | 315 Nm @ 3850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | M 104 E 32 / 104.992 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: | 15.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 235 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.8 kg/Hp, 128.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.4 kg/Nm, 184.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1710 |
| Max. weight: | 2200 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 300 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4655 mm mm [294mm less] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [140mm less] |
| Height: | 1371 mm mm [98mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2715 mm mm [246mm less] |
| 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 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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