Mercedes-Benz 260 W124 facelift (1990–1991)

Mercedes-Benz 260 mercedes-benz 260e 3.0

W124 facelift (1990–1991), 1990–1991. Gasoline · 3.0 L · 158 hp · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 9.5 s and top speed 124 mph.

W124 facelift (1990–1991) 1990 - 1991
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.0 L
Horsepower
158
Torque
171 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
9.5 s
Top speed
124 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2814 mm
Dimensions
4740 × 1740 × 1430 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
17.0 / 22.0 / 19.0 mpg

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Luxury car
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4740 mm
Width 1740 mm
Height 1430 mm
Wheelbase 2814 mm
Clearance 6 mm
Front track 58 mm
Rear track 58 mm
Wheel size 195/65R15

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 15 L
Trunk volume max 15 L
Fuel tank capacity 18.5 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 158 hp
Torque 171 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection
Compression ratio 9.2
Bore and stroke 88.5 mm x 80.2 mm
Engine code M 103.940
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission 4-speed automatic
Gears 4
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 124 mph
0–60 mph 9.5 s
Fuel economy city 17.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 22.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 19.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent, coil springs
Rear suspension Independent, coil springs
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Discs

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