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Mercedes-Benz E 50 AMG

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz E 50 AMG
Year1996
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving16.5 litres/100 km (14.26 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.83 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving10.5 litres/100 km (22.40 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4973 ccm (303.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power347.5 PS (256 kW or 343 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque480.00 Nm (48.9 kgf-m or 354.0 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke96.5 x 85.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed249.0 km/h (154.7 mph)
0-50 miles4.2 seconds
0-60 miles5.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2075 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 334 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 300 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1676 kg (3,694.9 pounds)
Overall length4800 mm (189.0 inches)
Overall width1810 mm (71.3 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Wheelbase2840 mm (111.8 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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