Mercedes-Benz 500 W126 (1984–1991)

Mercedes-Benz 500 500sel

W126 (1984–1991), 1984–1993. Gasoline · 5.0 L · 184 hp · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive.

W126 (1984–1991) 1984 - 1993
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.0 L
Horsepower
184
Torque
299 lb-ft
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Curb weight
3900 lbs
Wheelbase
3076 mm
Dimensions
5159 × 1791 × 1430 mm

General information

Vehicle class Midsize Cars
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left

Dimensions

Length 5159 mm
Width 1791 mm
Height 1430 mm
Wheelbase 3076 mm
Wheel size 15 in

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 23.8 gal
Curb weight 3900 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 5.0 L
Horsepower 184 hp
Torque 299 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Bosch CIS injection
Compression ratio 9
Bore and stroke 96.5 mm x 85.0 mm
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission Automatic 4-spd
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive

Performance

Fuel type Regular

Suspension and brakes

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

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