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Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 300 SEL
Year1991
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power234.20 PS (172 kW or 231 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque310.00 Nm (31.6 kgf-m or 228.7 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic

Speed and acceleration

Top speed230.0 km/h (142.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1233 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1900 kg (4,188.8 pounds)
Overall length5220 mm (205.5 inches)
Overall width1890 mm (74.4 inches)
Overall height1500 mm (59.1 inches)
Wheelbase3150 mm (124.0 inches)
Fuel capacity100.0 litres (26.42 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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