W124 was the internal chassis-designation for the 1985 to 1995 version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The W124 models replaced the W123 models after 1985 and were superseded by the W210 E-Class after 1995.
The W124 was a substantial, mid-sized luxury vehicle platform, the last in a long line of "money-no-object" Mercedes-Benz saloons and was the result of extensive development. Estate cars (and optionally, saloons) had self-levelling rear suspension very similar to that of a Citroën BX; with gas-pressurised spheres, levelling suspension struts and an underbonnet pressurising pump. Unlike Citroën, Mercedes used rear springs as well as struts. Front suspension was more conventional.
It represented the pinnacle of road-going automotive technology at its introduction, incorporating innovations that were praised by the entire motoring press. It had one of the lowest coefficient of drag (CD) of any vehicle of the time (0.28 for the 200/200D model for European market with 185/65 R15 tires) due to its aerodynamic body (and set off a styling trend that was consequently copied by the entire industry) including plastic molding for the undercarriage to streamline airflow beneath the car, reducing fuel consumption and wind noise. It had a single windscreen wiper that extended and contracted in a synchronized manner to cover more surface area (by means of a mechanism at its base). It even had rear headrests that would fold down at the touch of a button on the dash to improve rearward visibility when appropriate. With the exception of the 200, which was equipped with a Stromberg carburetor but was not available to the United States, fuel injection was standard, and the engines incorporated various other features that resulted in the performance of some models rivaling that of certain sports cars of the time (within reason). It set the benchmark for passenger vehicles for the next decade or so. Mercedes-Benz's four-wheel drive system, the 4Matic was first introduced via W124 in 1986.
The estate cars (model designation S124) came in 5- or 7-seat models, the 7-seater having a rear-facing bench seat that folded flush luggage compartment cover and an optional until 1994 retractable cargo net. The S124 estate continued in production alongside the new W210 until the S210 estate launched more than a year later. A two door coupe version was also built, with the model designation C124.
Mercedes launched a cabriolet version in Europe in 1991, the 320CE, later re-designated as the E320, later followed by the less powerful, but less expensive E220, and the E 200. There were approximately 7 E36 right hand drive cabriolets built to compliment the slightly more numerous by still very rare E36 coupe, saloon and estate. The E320 and E220 cabriolets ceased production in 1997. The cabriolets remain very sought-after, being one of the few full-size sports convertibles. The E320, especially the Sportline E320, fetch well in excess of £20,000 (GBP) from specialist dealers.
The pre-facelift models from 1986 to 1993 used the model designations: 200, 230E, 260E, 280TE, 300E, , 300TE, 400E & 500E, diesels were the 200D, 250D & the 300D. Facelift models produced from 93' to 95' used the model designations: E200, E220, E280, E320, E420 & E500, the diesels still used the traditional method of naming , such as; 250D etc. The W124 series was one of the finest cars produced by Mercedes-benz, and with the V8's in the 400/420 & 500 it was super mighty, this car was simply in a supreme class of its own, typical of all E-classes.
Mercedes launched a cabriolet version in Europe in 1991, the 320CE, later re-designated as the E320, later followed by the less powerful, but less expensive E220, and the E 200. There were approximately 7 E36 right hand drive cabriolets built to compliment the slightly more numerous by still very rare E36 coupe, saloon and estate. The E320 and E220 cabriolets ceased production in 1997. The cabriolets remain very sought-after, being one of the few full-size sports convertibles. The E320, especially the Sportline E320, fetch well in excess of £20,000 (GBP) from specialist dealers.
The pre-facelift models from 1986 to 1993 used the model designations: 200, 230E, 260E, 280TE, 300E, , 300TE, 400E & 500E, diesels were the 200D, 250D & the 300D. Facelift models produced from 93' to 95' used the model designations: E200, E220, E280, E320, E420 & E500, the diesels still used the traditional method of naming , such as; 250D etc. The W124 series was one of the finest cars produced by Mercedes-benz, and with the V8's in the 400/420 & 500 it was super mighty, this car was simply in a supreme class of its own, typical of all E-classes.
SsangYong Motor Company of Korea licensed the W124 design and continues to produce a stretched version of the W124 as the Chairman, with a Ssangyong badge. It has a 2.9m wheelbase and 3.2L Mercedes straight-6 M104 engine. Chairman currently has 2.3L (M111), 2.8L (M104), and 3.2L(M104) engines in its product line ups. SsangYong Chairman has developed a 3.6L version of M104 engine recently for its high-end Chairman line up. The engine is called XGi360.
The W124 series is now recognised as one of the best-built and most reliable of Mercedes models. The W210, its successor, was one of the first products of a new regime that stopped the "over engineering" of Mercedes cars to reduce costs[citation needed]
To say Mercedes stopped 'over engineering' is too simple as the 210 was built with much the same engineering as the 124. The 210's problems with component failure and rust issues were due to the use of more environmentally friendly paints and delivery of sub-standard components.
Sportline Option
Mercedes-Benz offered an option called "Sportline" for the W124 and W201 chassis cars. This option was available in the North American market for the 1992-93 model year 190E 2.6, 1992-93 300E/300CE and 1993-95 E320/E320 Coupe. In the European market, however, the "SportLine" option was available for all body styles (e.g., estate/Estate, convertible) not just the Saloon or coupes. The option package included Sport Seating, wider low-profile wheels and tires, quick ratio steering, "Sportline" badges on the fender molding and transmission shifter, lowered ride height and most importantly a specially tuned suspension including specific springs, struts, swaybars, and bushings. Since the option can fit all body styles, it is popular upgrade that uses Mercedes-specific parts.
500 E
Mercedes also included a sport version of the W124, the 500 E, created in close cooperation with Porsche. It used the 5.0L 32-valve V8 from the R129 SL roadster, whilst Porsche slightly tweaked the suspension and chassis for better handling. This was one of Mercedes' super-saloons at the time.
Models
Chassis code | Years | Model | Engine | Body style |
| 124.026 | 1987–1989 | 260 E | 2.6 L M103 I6 | Saloon |
| 1990–1992 | 300 E 2.6 | Saloon | ||
| 124.022 | 1993-1995 | E 220/220 E | 2.2 L M111 I4 | Saloon |
| 124.023 | 1984-1992 | 230 E 2.3 | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Saloon |
| 124.023 | 1984-1992 | 230 CE 2.3 | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Coupé |
| 124.023 | 1984-1992 | 230 TE 2.3 | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Station Estate |
| 124.028 | 1984-1992 | 300 E 2.8 | 2.8 L M104 I6 | Saloon |
| 124.028 | 1993-1995 | E 280 | 2.8 L M104 I6 | Saloon |
| 124.030 | 1986–1992 | 300 E | 3.0 L M103 I6 | Saloon |
| 124.032 | 1993–1995 | 300 E | 3.2 L M104 I6 | Saloon |
| 1993–1995 | E 320 | Saloon | ||
| 124.034 | 1992–1993 | 400 E | 4.2 L M119 V8 | Saloon |
| 1994–1995 | E 420 | Saloon | ||
| 124.036 | 1992–1993 | 500 E | 5.0 L M119 V8 | Saloon |
| 1994–1995 | E 500 | Saloon | ||
| 124.050 | 1988–1989 | 300 CE | 3.0 L M103 I6 | Coupé |
| 124.051 | 1990–1993 | 300 CE | 3.0 L M104 I6 | Coupé |
| 124.052 | 1994–1995 | 300 CE/E 320 | 3.2 L M104 I6 | Coupé |
| 124.066 | 1993–1995 | 300 CE/E 320 | Coupé | |
| 124.082 | 1993–1995 | E 220T | 2.2 L M111 I4 | Station Estate |
| 124.090 | 1988–1991 | 300 TE | 3.0 L M103 I6 | Station Estate |
| 124.091 | 1989-1992 | 300 TE-24V | 3.0 L M104 I6 | Station Estate |
| 124.092 | 1993 | 300 TE/E 320 | 3.2 L M104 I6 | Station Estate |
| 124.120 | 1986–1989 | 200 D | 2.0 L OM601 Diesel I4 | Saloon |
| 124.125 | 1986–1989 | 250 D | 2.5 L OM602 Diesel I5 | Saloon |
| 124.128 | 1990–1993 | 300 D 2.5 | 2.5 L OM602 Diesel I5 | Saloon |
| 124.131 | 1994-1995 | E 300 Diesel | 3.0 L OM606 Diesel I6 | Saloon |
| 124.133 | 1987 | 300 D | 3.0 L OM603 turbo/NA Diesel I6 | Saloon |
| 124.193 | 1987 | 300 TD | Station Estate | |
| 124.230 | 1990–1993 | 300 E 4MATIC | 3.0 L M103 I6 | Saloon |
| 124.290 | 1990–1993 | 300 TE 4MATIC | Station Estate | |
| 124.NA | 1993-1994 | E 60 AMG | 6.0 L M119 E60 V8 | Saloon |
Engines
Engine | Cyl. | Power | Torque | 0-100 km/h (sec.) | Maximum speed | Fuel consumption (Euro mix) |
| 2.0 8V | I4 | 105 PS (104 hp/77 kW) | 160 N·m (118 ft·lbf) | 12.6 | 187 km/h | |
| 2.0 8V | I4 | 109 PS (108 hp/80 kW) | 170 N·m (125 ft·lbf) | |||
| 2.0 8V | I4 | 118 PS (116 hp/87 kW) | 172 N·m (127 ft·lbf) | 12.0-14.0 | 175-190 km/h | 8.6 L/100 km (33 mpg imp/27 mpg US) |
| 2.3 8V | I4 | 132 PS (130 hp/97 kW) | 198 N·m (146 ft·lbf) | 10.4 | 204 km/h | |
| 2.0 16V | I4 | 136 PS (134 hp/100 kW) | 190 N·m (140 ft·lbf) | 11.5-12.1 | 183-200 km/h | 8.7 L/100 km (32 mpg imp/27 mpg US) |
| 2.3 8V | I4 | 136 PS (134 hp/100 kW) | 205 N·m (151 ft·lbf) | 11.2-13.5 | 185-200 km/h | 9.0 L/100 km (31 mpg imp/26 mpg US) |
| 2.2 16V | I4 | 150 PS (148 hp/110 kW) | 210 N·m (155 ft·lbf) | 10.6-11.1 | 193-210 km/h | 8.8 L/100 km (32 mpg imp/27 mpg US) |
| 2.6 12V | I6 | 160 PS (158 hp/118 kW) | 220 N·m (162 ft·lbf) | 8.7 | 218 km/h | |
| 2.6 12V | I6 | 166 PS (164 hp/122 kW) | 230 N·m (170 ft·lbf) | 10.0-10.5 | 205-215 km/h | 10.0 L/100 km (28.2 mpg imp/23.5 mpg US) |
| 3.0 12V | I6 | 180 PS (178 hp/132 kW) | 255 N·m (188 ft·lbf) | 8.5-9.9 | 204-225 km/h | 10.9 L/100 km (25.9 mpg imp/21.6 mpg US) |
| 3.0 12V | I6 | 188 PS (185 hp/138 kW) | 260 N·m (192 ft·lbf) | |||
| 2.8 24V | I6 | 193 PS (190 hp/142 kW) | 270 N·m (199 ft·lbf) | 9.1 | 230 km/h | 10.7 L/100 km (26.4 mpg imp/22.0 mpg US) |
| 2.8 24V | I6 | 197 PS (194 hp/145 kW) | 270 N·m (199 ft·lbf) | 8.8-9.1 | 213-220 km/h | 10.7 L/100 km (26.4 mpg imp/22.0 mpg US) |
| 3.0 24V | I6 | 220 PS (217 hp/162 kW) | 265 N·m (195 ft·lbf) | 7.8-8.4 | 217-237 km/h | 11.0 L/100 km (25.7 mpg imp/21.4 mpg US) |
| 3.2 24V | I6 | 220 PS (217 hp/162 kW) | 310 N·m (229 ft·lbf) | 7.8-8.3 | 220-235 km/h | 10.9 L/100 km (25.9 mpg imp/21.6 mpg US) |
| 3.6 24V AMG | I6 | 272 PS (268 hp/200 kW) | 385 N·m (284 ft·lbf) | 7.0-7.2 | 250 km/h | 11.0 L/100 km (25.7 mpg imp/21.4 mpg US) |
| 4.2 32V | V8 | 279 PS (275 hp/205 kW) | 400 N·m (295 ft·lbf) | 6.8 | 250 km/h | 11.8 L/100 km (23.9 mpg imp/19.9 mpg US) |
| 5.0 32V | V8 | 320 PS (316 hp/235 kW) | 470 N·m (347 ft·lbf) | 6.5 | 250 km/h | 13.5 L/100 km (20.9 mpg imp/17.4 mpg US) |
| 5.0 32V | V8 | 326 PS (322 hp/240 kW) | 480 N·m (354 ft·lbf) | 6.5 | 250 km/h | |
| 6.0 32V | V8 | 381 PS (376 hp/280 kW) | 580 N·m (428 ft·lbf) | 5.4 | 250 km/h | 14.5 L/100 km (19.5 mpg imp/16.2 mpg US) |
| 2.0 8V D | I4 | 72 PS (71 hp/53 kW) | 123 N·m (91 ft·lbf) | 18.5 | 160 km/h | |
| 2.0 8V D | I4 | 75 PS (74 hp/55 kW) | 126 N·m (93 ft·lbf) | 19.5-21.5 | 145-160 km/h | 6.7 L/100 km (42 mpg imp/35 mpg US) |
| 3.0 10V D | I5 | 88 PS (87 hp/65 kW) | 172 N·m (127 ft·lbf) | |||
| 2.5 10V D | I5 | 90 PS (89 hp/66 kW) | 154 N·m (114 ft·lbf) | 16.5 | 175 km/h | |
| 2.5 10V D | I5 | 94 PS (93 hp/69 kW) | 158 N·m (117 ft·lbf) | 16.5-18.5 | 160-165 km/h | 7.2 L/100 km (39 mpg imp/33 mpg US) |
| 3.0 12V D | I6 | 109 PS (108 hp/80 kW) | 185 N·m (136 ft·lbf) | 13.7 | 190 km/h | |
| 2.5 20V D | I5 | 113 PS (111 hp/83 kW) | 173 N·m (128 ft·lbf) | 18.5-20.4 | 155-160 km/h | 6.8 L/100 km (42 mpg imp/35 mpg US) |
| 3.0 12V D | I6 | 113 PS (111 hp/83 kW) | 191 N·m (141 ft·lbf) | 15.0-16.4 | 175-190 km/h | 7.8 L/100 km (36 mpg imp/30 mpg US) |
| 2.5 10V TD | I5 | 122 PS (120 hp/90 kW) | 225 N·m (166 ft·lbf) | 12.3 | 195 km/h | |
| 2.5 10V TD | I5 | 125 PS (123 hp/92 kW) | 231 N·m (170 ft·lbf) | 12.5-13.0 | 190-195 km/h | 7.5 L/100 km (38 mpg imp/31 mpg US) |
| 3.0 24V D | I6 | 136 PS (134 hp/100 kW) | 210 N·m (155 ft·lbf) | 12.8-13.8 | 187-200 km/h | 7.4 L/100 km (38 mpg imp/32 mpg US) |
| 3.0 12V TD | I6 | 143 PS (141 hp/105 kW) | 267 N·m (197 ft·lbf) | 10.9 | 202 km/h | |
| 3.0 12V TD | I6 | 147 PS (145 hp/108 kW) | 273 N·m (201 ft·lbf) | 10.9-12.8 | 186-200 km/h | 7.8 L/100 km (36 mpg imp/30 mpg US) |
Mercedes-Benz road car timeline, 1980s–present | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Type | Class | 1980s | 1990s | 2000s | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Subcompact | A | W168 | W169 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Entry-level | C | W201 (190) | W202 | W203 | W204 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mid-size | E | W123 | W124 | W210 | W211 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CLS | W219 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Full-size | S | W126 | W140 | W220 | W221 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Roadster | SLK | R170 | R171 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SL | R107 | R129 | R230 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coupé | CLC | CL203 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CLK | W208 | W209 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CL | C215 | C216 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SLR | C199 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| off-road | G | W460 | W461 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| G | W463 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SUV | GLK | X204 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| M | W163 | W164 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| GL | X164 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MPVs | B | W245 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| R | V251 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Vaneo | W414 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Vito | Vito | Vito | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sprinter | Sprinter | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
[Source: Wikipedia Date: 10 April 2008]
Mercedes Benz 124 Series (85-93) Service and Repair Manual (Haynes Service and Repair Manuals)
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