Mercedes-Benz 300 R107

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The Mercedes-Benz 300 R107 (1984–1989): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 11 versions in the United States.

Model codes: R107, C107

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,620–5,280 mm RDW	–	4,580 mm
Width	1,700–1,820 mm RDW	–	1,791 mm
Height	1,380–1,520 mm Traficom	–	1,298 mm
Wheelbase	2,400–3,070 mm RDW	–	2,456 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,338–2,040 kg RDW	–	–
Mass in running order	1,438–2,140 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,860–2,800 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,500–2,800 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	669–750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	2–5 RDW	–	–
Doors	2–5 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	368–1,189 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,322–2,832 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	130–195 km/h RDW	–	–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, Traficom type approvals (Finland), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	82.8% (81.6–83.9)	69.2%	4,032

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	23.1%	41.6%
Brakes	20.6%	36.4%
Noise, emissions and leaks	16.4%	17.1%
Body, chassis and structure	13.9%	18.6%
Lights and electrics	12.8%	28.8%
Tyres	11.0%	31.2%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

91 complaints for model years 1984–1989. 6 crashes · 5 fires · 17 injuries · 1 death

Airbags 26

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 11 versions of the Mercedes-Benz 300 R107

United States 11 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1988–1992(GUZZLER) (FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA	325–345 g/km
1986–1989(FFS) (MPFI) · (FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1989(GUZZLER) (FFS), 2MODE CLKUP	3.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km
1988(FFS)	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1986–1987(DSL,TRBO) (NO-CAT)	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	20–24 MPG (9.8–11.8 L/100 km) EPA	264–316 g/km
1986(FFS) (MPFI)	3.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Rear-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	291 g/km
1985(CALIF) (DSL,TRBO)	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA	333 g/km
1985(DSL,TRBO)	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA	301 g/km
1984(CALIF) · (DSL,TRBO) CA model	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	–	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	288 g/km
1984(DSL,TRBO)	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	–	22 MPG (10.7 L/100 km) EPA	288 g/km
1984(FFS) · (FFS) CA model	3.8 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	–	15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA	368 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.