1989 Mercedes-Benz 260 SE W126 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1985-1991]

Summary

Experts rate the 260 automatic SE as a tool that offers the best balance between the prestige of the S-Class and the operational costs, being highly reliable for long-term use. According to ProfessCars™ estimates, performance remains fairly solid with a top speed of 209 km/h and a 0-100 km/h acceleration of 10.1 seconds. Although the average consumption of 13.3 L/100km is slightly higher than the manual version, the comfort added by the automatic gearbox justifies this difference for most buyers of this category. The starting price in 1987 for this automatic model was around 61,000 Deutsche Mark (approximately €31,200). This model continues to be a popular choice for those who want to enter the world of classic cars with a tool that is both stylish and simple to maintain.