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1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SE W126 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1985-1991]

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Overview

1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SE W126 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1985-1991]

The 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SE (catalyst-free version) is the most powerful and fastest car of the entire W126 series . This high-compression model (ECE) derives maximum power of 300 hp from its 5.6-liter V8 engine, making it one of the fastest limousines in the world in its time. Using a standard 2930 mm wheelbase chassis, this car is lighter and faster than the SEL version, offering a brutal acceleration of 6.7 seconds (0-100 km/h) and a top speed of 250 km/h . This is the model that took Mercedes-Benz’s royal engineering to its peak of performance, remaining to this day one of the most sought-after tools by fans of classic German speed and luxury.

Model:S-Class W126 phase-II
Production year:1989
Transmission:Automatic 4 speed
Starting price:€74,200
Engine size:5.6 L
Max torque:455 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 8
Charge system:Gasoline
Displacement:5547 cm3
Max power:300 PS / 296 hp / 220.5 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:16.9 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:11.9-14.3 L/100km
City:21.2-25.4 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:4.9 s
0-100 km/h:6.7 s
0-160 km/h:16.5 s
0-200 km/h:30.6 s
Top speed:251 km/h
Curb weight:1800 kg
Gross weight:2260 kg
Length:5020 mm
Width:1820 mm
Height:1443 mm
Fuel capacity:90 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
95%
Safety
95%
Performance
92%
Driveability
95%
Durability
95%
Maintenance
85%
Design
100%
Summary

Experts rate the 560 SE at 300 hp as Mercedes-Benz's original "Super-Sedan," where the power of the V8 engine dominates every aspect of driving. According to ProfessCars™ estimates, the performance is exceptional with a 0-60 mph time of only 6.4 seconds, a figure that is still highly respected today for a luxury vehicle of that era. Although fuel consumption can reach up to 25.4 L/100km in the city, it is a small cost to experience the resilience and wonderful sound of the M117 engine at its peak. The starting price in 1988 for this "standard" model with the largest engine was around 145,000 Deutsche Mark (approximately €74,200). This catalyst-free variant remains the crown jewel for any collector of the W126 series.

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