The 1996 Mercedes-Benz 230 GE Station Wagon lwb catalyst, offered in Europe from mid-1992 to mid-1996, 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 2299 cm3 Petrol engine Line 4 (Daimler-Benz M102 E23) without turbocharger, with Bosch KE-Jetronic and SOHC, producing 121 KF / 121 hp / 90 kW at 5100 engine rpm and 188 Nm of torque at 4000 engine rpm. Combined with a 5-speed manual transmission (Getrag), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 17.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 143 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 13.7 L/100km. The car has a length of 4465 mm, a width of 1700 mm, a height of 1945 mm and weighs 2080 kg, with a fuel tank of 96 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W461 230 GE Station Wagon lwb catalyst |
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| Production year: | 1996 |
| Transmission: | 5-speed manual |
| Starting price: | € 39,500 |
| Engine size: | 2.3 L |
| Max torque: | 188 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | Line 4 |
| Charge system: | Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 2299 cm3 |
| Max power: | 121 PS / 121 hp / 90 kW |
| Fuel type: | Gasoline |
| Fuel consumption: | 13.7 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 11.2-13.4 L/100km |
| City: | 14.6-17.5 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | N/A |
| Body style: | SUV |
| 0-80 km/h: | 11.5 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 17.5 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | N/A |
| 0-200 km/h: | N/A |
| Top speed: | 143 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 2080 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2900 kg |
| Length: | 4465 mm |
| Width: | 1700 mm |
| Height: | 1945 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 96 litra |
Expert reviews
Consumption
60%
Safety
80%
Performance
60%
Driveability
80%
Durability
90%
Maintenance
90%
Design
70%
Summary
Mercedes-Benz G 230 GE Station Wagon lwb catalyst (1996) is an off-roader appreciated for its durability, excellent off-road capabilities and functional design. This model, with a simple but reliable petrol engine and 5-speed manual transmission, offered a strong feel and an iconic look. However, the city driving experience could be challenging, and the lack of replacement parts today can cause extended downtime.