Mercedes-Benz 500 W124
The Mercedes-Benz 500 W124 (1991–1993): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States.
Model codes: W124
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | – | 4,750 mm |
| Width | – | – | 1,796 mm |
| Height | 1,410–1,960 mm RDW | – | 1,410 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800–3,040 mm RDW | – | 2,800 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,610–2,350 kg RDW | – | – |
| Mass in running order | 1,710–2,450 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,150–3,050 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,225–2,900 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 500–750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 4–7 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4–5 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 227–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 1,416–3,171 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 90 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 175–250 km/h RDW | – | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, pl), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
44 complaints for model years 1992–1993. 2 fires · 2 injuries · 2 deaths
- Electrical system 32
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 5 versions of the Mercedes-Benz 500 W124
United States 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993(GUZZLER) (FFS) · (GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1993(GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 345 g/km |
| 1991–1992(GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13–14 MPG (16.8–18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 394–425 g/km |
| 1992(GUZZLER) (FFS) | 5.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 11 MPG (21.4 L/100 km) EPA | 502 g/km |
| 1991(GUZZLER) (FFS), EMS | 5.0 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 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.