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Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 300 SEL
Year1986
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2960 ccm (180.62 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2960 ccm (180.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power190.60 PS (140 kW or 188 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque260.00 Nm (26.5 kgf-m or 191.8 ft.lbs) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke88.5 x 80.3 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed206.0 km/h (128.0 mph)
0-60 miles9.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1234 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Dimensions and weight

Weight1545 kg (3,406.1 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width2010 mm (79.1 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3080 mm (121.3 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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