Mercedes-Benz 116
Mercedes-Benz 116 — 1973–1980, 4-door sedan, 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Mercedes-Benz 116
Mercedes-Benz 116 is a 4-door sedan in the full-size luxury car (f) class, with source data covering 1973–1980. The available vehicle data lists 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed 722.0 automatic4-speed 722.1 automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Mercedes-Benz 116 guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5 and 3-speed 722.0 automatic4-speed 722.1 automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Mercedes-Benz 116 specifications at a glance
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| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
|---|---|
| Model | 116 |
| Model years | 1973–1980 |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Vehicle class | Full-size luxury car (F) |
| Manufacturer | Daimler-Benz |
| Production | 1972–1980 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, UA |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Mercedes-Benz 116 includes 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5.. Transmission information includes 3-speed 722.0 automatic4-speed 722.1 automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed 722.0 automatic4-speed 722.1 automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm (113 in)2965 mm (117 in) (SEL) |
|---|---|
| Length | 4960 mm (195 in)5060 mm (199 in) (SEL)5220 mm (206 in) (SE US bumpers)5334 mm (210 in) (SEL US bumpers) |
| Width | 1870 mm (73.6 in) |
| Height | 1410 mm (55.5 in) & 1430 mm (56.3 in) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 1650-1955 kg lb 1 |
Mercedes-Benz 116 other specifications
| Name | Mercedes-Benz W 116/V 116 |
|---|---|
| Image | Mercedes-Benz W116 front 20080424.jpg |
Mercedes-Benz 116 generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz W 116/V 116 | 1973–1980 | 2.8 L ''M 110'' I6; 3.5 L ''M 116'' V8; 4.5 L ''M 117'' V8; 6.8 L ''M 100'' V8; 3.0 L ''OM 617'' turbodiesel I5 | 3-speed 722.0 automatic4-speed 722.1 automatic4-speed manual5-speed manual | FR layout |
Mercedes-Benz 116 features and equipment
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Standard or documented features
Recommended tire pressure for Mercedes-Benz 116
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
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