Mercedes-Benz 300 W126 (1988–1991)

Mercedes-Benz 300 300sel

W126 (1988–1991), 1988–1991. Gasoline · 3.0 L · 177 hp · 4-speed automatic · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 9.5 s and top speed 127 mph.

W126 (1988–1991) 1988 - 1991
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
3.0 L
Horsepower
177
Torque
188 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
9.5 s
Top speed
127 mph
Curb weight
4 lbs
Wheelbase
3040 mm
Dimensions
5105 × 1796 × 1430 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
15.0 / 22.0 / 18.0 mpg

General information

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

Dimensions

Length 5105 mm
Width 1796 mm
Height 1430 mm
Wheelbase 3040 mm
Front track 61 mm
Rear track 61 mm
Wheel size 15 in

Volume and weight

Trunk volume min 15 L
Trunk volume max 15 L
Fuel tank capacity 23.8 gal
Curb weight 4 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 3.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 177 hp
Torque 188 lb-ft
Cylinders 6
Valves per cylinder 4
Fuel system Electronic fuel injection
Compression ratio 10
Valvetrain DOHC

Transmission

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

Performance

Top speed 127 mph
0–60 mph 9.5 s
Fuel economy city 15.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 22.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 18.0 mpg
Fuel type Regular unleaded

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc

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