Mercedes-Benz E-Class W124

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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class W124 (1994–1995): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 10 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: W124

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,660–7,000 mm RDW	–	4,671–5,540 mm
Width	1,740–1,800 mm Traficom	–	1,740–1,796 mm
Height	1,370–1,460 mm RDW	–	1,392–1,519 mm
Wheelbase	2,720–2,800 mm RDW	–	2,715–3,599 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,310–1,705 kg RDW	–	1,735–1,781 kg
Mass in running order	1,410–1,805 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	1,890–2,230 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,500–2,100 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	705–750 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4–5 RDW	–	–
Doors	2–4 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	227–1,189 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,180–2,662 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	183–230 km/h RDW	–	175–250 km/h
Torque	–	–	170–580 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), 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	76.2% (74.9–77.5)	69.2%	4,174

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	31.7%	41.6%
Brakes	31.1%	36.4%
Noise, emissions and leaks	25.1%	17.1%
Lights and electrics	19.7%	28.8%
Body, chassis and structure	17.9%	18.6%
Tyres	17.0%	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)

175 complaints for model years 1994–1995. 1 crash · 11 fires · 7 injuries

Electrical system 153
Engine 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 10 versions of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W124

United States 4 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
1995	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA	253 g/km
1994–1995(FFS)	3.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA	276–307 g/km
1994–1995(FFS)	4.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km
1994(GUZZLER) (FFS)	5.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Rear-wheel drive	16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA	345 g/km

Canada 6 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
1995Compact	3.0 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle	251 g/km
1995Compact	3.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	271 g/km
1995Minicompact	3.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle	299 g/km
1995Subcompact	3.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	11.8 L/100 km 5-cycle	271 g/km
1995Station wagon: Mid-size	3.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	292 g/km
1995Compact	4.2 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	297 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.