The 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 E 4MATIC W124, offered in Europe from September 1989 to February 1992, is a 4-door, four-wheel-drive (AWD) luxury sedan with the first-generation 4MATIC system. It includes a 2962 cm3 Petrol engine (M103 E30) with indirect injection, producing 177 KF / 180 PS / 132 kW at 5700 rpm and 255 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm. Paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz W4A028), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 222 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 13.3 L/100km. The car measures 4740 mm in length, 1740 mm in width, 1450 mm in height and weighs 1540 kg, with a fuel tank of 70 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W124 300 E 4MATIC |
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| Production year: | 1991 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 4 gears |
| Starting price: | € 42,000 |
| Engine size: | 3.0 L |
| Max torque: | 255 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 6 |
| Charge system: | Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 2962 cm3 |
| Max power: | 177 PS / 180 hp / 132 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 13.3 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 9.8-11.8 L/100km |
| City: | 16-19.2 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 1 |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 6.6 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 24.6 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 54.5 s |
| Top speed: | 222 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1540 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2060 kg |
| Length: | 4740 mm |
| Width: | 1740 mm |
| Height: | 1450 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 70 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
58%
Safety
85%
Performance
75%
Driveability
85%
Durability
90%
Maintenance
85%
Design
75%
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz 300 E 4MATIC W124 (1991) is a luxury sedan known for its 4MATIC four-wheel drive system, which provides improved safety and stability in difficult road conditions. The six-cylinder engine offers a good balance between power and smoothness, while the automatic transmission ensures a comfortable ride. This car is appreciated for the build quality and high reliability typical of the W124 series, which makes it a long-lasting investment. Although fuel consumption is slightly higher due to the 4MATIC system, the benefits in safety and drivability make it an attractive choice, especially in areas with difficult climates.