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- 200 (1981)- 200 D (1980)- 200 T (1980)- 230 CE (1980)- 230 E (1981)- 230 TE (1980)- 240 D (1980)- 240 TD (1976)- 250 (1981)- 280 (1975)- 280 CE (1977)- 280 E (1980)- 280 TE (1980)- 300 D (1981)- 300 D Turbo Diesel (1982)- 300 TD (1980)- 300 TD Turbo (1980)

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Mercedes Benz W123 250 Specs

(1981 - 1984) - Technical Specifications for Years 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984

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With a maximum top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h), a curb weight of 2998 lbs (1360 kgs), the W123 250 has a naturally-aspirated - 6 cylinder engine, Petrol motor.
This engine produces a maximum power of 140 PS (138 bhp - 103 kW) at 5500 rpm and a maximum torque of 239 Nm (176 lb.ft) at 3500 rpm. The power is transmitted to the road by the rear wheel drive (RWD) with a 5 speed Manual gearbox.
About chassis details responsible for road holding, handling behaviour and ride confort, the W123 Stock tire sizes are 175 / on 14 inch rims at the front, and 175 / on 14 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the W123 250 braking system includes Discs at the front and Discs at the rear.
The W123 model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 4 doors and 5 seats, sold new from year 1981 to 1984, and available after that as a used car.

Mercedes Benz W123 250 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	- 6

Engine Code :	-

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	two barrel Solex carburettor

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine size - Displacement - Engine capacity :	2525 cm3 or 154.1 cu-in

Bore x Stroke :	86 x 72.45 mm 3.39 x 2.83 inches

Number of valves :	12 Valves

Aspiration :	N/A

Compression Ratio :	9.4

Maximum power - Output - Horsepower :	140 PS or 138 bhp or 103 kW @ 5500 rpm

Maximum torque :	239 Nm or 176 lb.ft @ 3500 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations 1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Reverse Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio:


Mercedes Benz W123 250 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Extra Urban:	8.6 L/100km 33 mpg UK / 27 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Highway:	10.4 L/100km 27 mpg UK / 23 mpg US

Fuel Consumption - Economy - City:	14.8 L/100km 19 mpg UK / 16 mpg US

Fuel Tank Capacity :	65 L 14.3 UK gallons 17.2 US gallons

CO2 emissions :

Mercedes Benz W123 250 Performance

Top Speed :	185 km/h or 115 Mph

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s

Mercedes Benz W123 250 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Num. of Doors :	4

Wheelbase :	279.5 cm or 110.04 inches

Length :	472.5 cm or 186.02 inches

Width :	178.6 cm or 70.31 inches

Height :	143.8 cm or 56.61 inches

Max. Towing Capacity Weight :	0 Kg or 0 lbs

Num. of Seats :	5

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- mm)

Rear Brakes - Dics dimensions :	Discs (- mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	175/- R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	175/- R14

Curb Weight :	1360 kg OR 2998 lbs

Weight-Power Output Ratio :	9.7 kg/hp

Trunk / Boot capacity :	- L

How much horsepower does a 1981 Mercedes Benz W123 250 have?
The 1981 Mercedes Benz W123 250 has 140 PS / 138 bhp / 103 kW horsepower.

How much does a Mercedes Benz W123 250 weighs?
The Mercedes Benz W123 250 weighs 1360 Kg / 2998 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz W123 250?
The Mercedes Benz W123 250 top speed is 185 Km/h / 115 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz W123 250 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz W123 250 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).