Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors

1968 – 1976 Germany

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A classic from the 1960s, the Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse and predecessors was built from 1968 to 1976. Buyers could choose between petrol and diesel engines, from 60 to 160 hp. Every version has a manual gearbox. Against its predecessor (1965 – 1968), peak power rose from 120 to 160 hp, and minimum weight went up by 165 kg. The same generation also came as coupé and estate.

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Body styleNot specified

Production1968 – 1976

Variants8

FuelDiesel, Petrol

Key specifications (range)

Power60 – 160 hp

0–100 km/h10.6 – 28.1 s

Top speed135 – 190 km/h

Fuel economy—

Rear Wheel Drive

Other body styles

Coupé 1969 – 1977

T-modell · Estate / wagon 1965 – 1968

Compared with rivals

vs Volvo 142 (1967 – 1974)

Similar cars

BMW 2800 CS1968 – 1971 up to170 hp Compare

Nissan GT-R1969 – 1972 up to160 hp Compare

Ferrari Dino1968 – 1969 up to180 hp Compare

Fiat 130 Limousine1969 – 1976 up to165 hp Compare

Lancia Flavia Sedan1967 – 1970 up to144 hp Compare

Citroën DS1968 – 1975 up to127 hp Compare

Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
220 D 4MT RWD (60 HP) 2.2 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Diesel	60 hp	28.1 s	135	4-Speed manual
240 D 4MT RWD (65 HP) 2.4 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Diesel	65 hp	24.6 s	138	4-Speed manual
300 D 4MT RWD (84 HP) 3.0 L · 5 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Diesel	84 hp	—	148	4-Speed manual
200 4MT RWD (95 HP) 2.0 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	95 hp	15.2 s	159	4-Speed manual
220 4MT RWD (106 HP) 2.2 L · 4 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	106 hp	13.5 s	167	4-Speed manual
230 4MT RWD (120 HP) 2.3 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	120 hp	13.3 s	175	4-Speed manual
250 4MT RWD (131 HP) 2.5 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	131 hp	12.8 s	180	4-Speed manual
280 4MT RWD (160 HP) 2.7 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	160 hp	10.6 s	190	4-Speed manual

Engine

Cylinders: L4
Displacement: 2197 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 44 KW @ 4200 RPM60 HP @ 4200 RPM59 BHP @ 4200 RPM
Torque: 93 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM126 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System: Indirect Injection
Fuel: Diesel
Fuel capacity: 17.2 gallons (65.1 L)

Performance

Top Speed: 84 mph (135 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 28.1 s

Transmission

Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox: 4-Speed manual

Brakes

Front: Discs
Rear: Discs

Tires

Tire Size: 175 SR14 88 S

Dimensions

Length: 184.3 in (4681 mm)
Width: 69.7 in (1770 mm)
Height: 56.7 in (1440 mm)
Front/rear Track: 57/56.7 in (1,448/1,440 mm)
Wheelbase: 108.3 in (2751 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 3031 lbs (1375 kg)

Length4,681 – 4,724 mm

Width1,770 – 1,786 mm

Height1,438 – 1,440 mm

Wheelbase2,751 – 2,794 mm

Curb weight1,330 – 1,455 kg

Torque126 – 225 Nm

Ranges across all 8 variants of this generation.