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Mercedes-Benz 260 E Automatic

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz 260 E Automatic
Year1985
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2599 ccm (158.59 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2599 ccm (158.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power170.30 PS (125 kW or 168 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque228.00 Nm (23.2 kgf-m or 168.2 ft.lbs) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke82.9 x 80.3 mm (3.3 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed212.0 km/h (131.7 mph)
0-60 miles8.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1198 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Dimensions and weight

Weight1422 kg (3,135.0 pounds)
Overall length4750 mm (187.0 inches)
Overall width1750 mm (68.9 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance170 mm (6.7 inches)
Wheelbase2810 mm (110.6 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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