The 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 G Station Wagon lwb, offered in Europe from mid-1981 to mid-1986, is a 5-door, 4-wheel drive (4×4 part-time) off-road wagon model with a 2.14/1 transfer case. It includes a 2307 cm3 Petrol engine Line 4 (Daimler-Benz M115) without turbocharger, with carburettor Stromberg 175 CDTU and SOHC, which produces 89 KF / 89 hp / 66 kW at 5000 engine revolutions and 167 Nm of torque at 2500 engine revolutions. Combined with a 4-speed manual transmission, it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 23.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 130 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 16.3 L/100km. The car has a length of 4395 mm, a width of 1700 mm, a height of 1950 mm and weighs 1990 kg, with a fuel tank of 68 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W460 230 G Station Wagon lwb |
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| Production year: | 1985 |
| Transmission: | 4-speed manual |
| Starting price: | € 20,000 |
| Engine size: | 2.3 L |
| Max torque: | 167 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 4 |
| Charge system: | Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 2307 cm3 |
| Max power: | 89 PS / 89 hp / 66 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 16.3 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 13.4-16.1 L/100km |
| City: | 17.3-20.8 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | N/A |
| Body style: | SUV |
| 0-80 km/h: | 13.3 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 23.4 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | N/A |
| 0-200 km/h: | N/A |
| Top speed: | 130 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1990 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2800 kg |
| Length: | 4395 mm |
| Width: | 1700 mm |
| Height: | 1950 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 68 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
50%
Safety
75%
Performance
50%
Driveability
75%
Durability
90%
Maintenance
90%
Design
65%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz 230 G Station Wagon lwb (1985) is an off-roader appreciated for its durability, excellent off-road capabilities and functional design. This model, with a simple but reliable petrol engine, offered a strong feel and an iconic look. However, due to the focus on military functionality, the city driving experience could be challenging, and the lack of replacement parts today can cause extended downtime.