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Mercedes-Benz E-class W124 E 250 Turbodiesel (126 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)
W124 Overview:
Mercedes-Benz E-class (W124). With 231 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1440 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 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 195 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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 250 Turbodiesel (126 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A significant step up in performance from the naturally aspirated diesels, offering better acceleration and more relaxed highway cruising thanks to the turbocharger.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy, combining good performance with low running costs. A very balanced diesel option.
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 250 Turbodiesel (126 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | July, 1993 |
| End of production: | June, 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 126 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 50.5 Hp/l [85mm more] |
| Torque: | 231 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | OM 602 D 25 A / 602.962 More details about the engine OM 602 D 25 A / 602.962 |
| Engine displacement: | 2497 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 84 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 195 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.4 kg/Hp, 87.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1440 |
| Max. weight: | 2030 |
| Max load: | 590 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4740 mm mm [85mm more] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [59mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2800 mm mm [85mm more] |
| 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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