Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse and predecessors

1954 – 1959 Germany

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A classic from the 1950s, the Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse and predecessors was built from 1954 to 1959. Its petrol engines range from 84 to 116 hp across 4 variants. Every version has a manual gearbox. Compared with the previous generation (1952 – 1956), peak power fell from 125 to 116 hp, and minimum weight went down by 560 kg. The same generation also came as a convertible.

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Body styleNot specified

Production1954 – 1959

Variants4

FuelPetrol

Key specifications (range)

Power84 – 116 hp

0–100 km/h15.0 – 19.0 s

Top speed148 – 159 km/h

Fuel economy9.8 – 11.2 L/100 km

Rear Wheel Drive

Other body styles

Convertible 1952 – 1958

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Variant	Fuel	Power	0–100	Top	Gearbox
219 4MT RWD (84 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	84 hp	17.0 s	148	4-speed manual
220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	84 hp	19.0 s	150	4-speed manual
220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	99 hp	15.5 s	159	4-speed manual
220 SE 4MT RWD (116 HP) 2.2 L · 6 cyl · Rear Wheel Drive	Gasoline	116 hp	15.0 s	159	4-manual speed

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 62 KW @ 4800 RPM84 HP @ 4800 RPM83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System: Carburetor
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 92 mph (148 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 17 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.40-13

Dimensions

Length: 183.1 in (4651 mm)
Width: 68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height: 61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 108.3 in (2751 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2777 lbs (1260 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3803 lbs (1725 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 267 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 62 KW @ 4800 RPM84 HP @ 4800 RPM83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System: Carburetor
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 93 mph (150 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 19 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.70-13

Dimensions

Length: 185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width: 68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height: 61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2822 lbs (1280 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3814 lbs (1730 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 233 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 73 KW @ 4800 RPM99 HP @ 4800 RPM98 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 118 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM160 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System: Carburetor
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 15.5 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.70-13

Dimensions

Length: 185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width: 68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height: 61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2921 lbs (1325 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3946 lbs (1790 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 254 g/km

Engine

Cylinders: L6
Displacement: 2195 cm3 (134 ci)
Power: 85 KW @ 4800 RPM116 HP @ 4800 RPM114 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque: 139 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM188 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System: Mechanical Injection
Fuel: Gasoline

Performance

Top Speed: 99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): 15 s

Transmission

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

Brakes

Front: Ventilated Drums
Rear: Ventilated Drums

Tires

Tire Size: 6.70-13

Dimensions

Length: 187 in (4750 mm)
Width: 68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height: 61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track: 56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase: 111 in (2819 mm)

Weight

Unladen Weight: 2965 lbs (1345 kg)
Gross Weight Limit: 3990 lbs (1810 kg)

Fuel Economy (nedc)

Combined: 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions: 254 g/km

Length4,651 – 4,750 mm

Width1,740 mm

Height1,560 mm

Wheelbase2,751 – 2,819 mm

Curb weight1,260 – 1,345 kg

Torque150 – 188 Nm

Ranges across all 4 variants of this generation.