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Mercedes-Benz 124 C

Mercedes-Benz 124 C — 4-door sedan; 5-door estate; 2-door coupé; 2-door cabriolet; 6-door limousine, '''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''

Transmission'''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor)

About the Mercedes-Benz 124 C

Mercedes-Benz 124 C is a 4-door sedan; 5-door estate; 2-door coupé; 2-door cabriolet; 6-door limousine in the executive car/grand tourer (e/s) class. The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol''' '''Diesel''' as an engine configuration, paired with '''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor) and a Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Mercedes-Benz 124 C guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol''' '''Diesel''' and '''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor) transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Mercedes-Benz 124 C specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Mercedes-Benz
Model	124 C
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door sedan; 5-door estate; 2-door coupé; 2-door cabriolet; 6-door limousine
Vehicle class	Executive car/Grand tourer (E/S)
Manufacturer	Daimler-Benz
Production	Sedan: January 1985 – August 1995; 2em (2,213,140 ex.); Estate: October 1985 – February 1996; 2em (333,227 ex.); Coupé: April 1987 – March 1996; 2em (141,498 ex.); Cabriolet: March 1992 – July 1997; 2em (33,952 ex.); Total: 2,721,817 ex., excluding commercial chassis
Market / country	FI, NL

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C includes '''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''.. Transmission information includes '''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor).. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive.

Engine	'''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''
Transmission	'''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor)
Drivetrain / layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	saloon/estate: 110.2 in (2,799 mm); coupé/convertible: 106.9 in (2,715 mm); limousine: 141.7 in (3,599 mm)
Length	saloon: 187.2 in (4,755 mm); estate: 188.2 in (4,780 mm); coupé: 183.9 in (4,671 mm); limo: 218.1 in (5,540 mm)
Width	68.5 in (1,740 mm); 500 E saloon: 70.7 in (1,796 mm)
Height	estate: 59.8 in (1,519 mm); saloon: 56.3 in (1,430 mm); 500 E saloon: 55.4 in (1,407 mm); coupé: 55.5 in (1,410 mm); convertible: 54.8 in (1,392 mm); limo: 58.3 in (1,481 mm)
Kerb / curb weight	3826 lb (1,735 kg) (400 E); 3927 lb (1,781 kg) (500 E)

Mercedes-Benz 124 C other specifications

Name	Mercedes-Benz W124
Image	1988 Mercedes-Benz 300d Diesel Automatic 3.0 Front.jpg

Mercedes-Benz 124 C 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 W124	Sedan: January 1985 – August 1995; 2em (2,213,140 ex.); Estate: October 1985 – February 1996; 2em (333,227 ex.); Coupé: April 1987 – March 1996; 2em (141,498 ex.); Cabriolet: March 1992 – July 1997; 2em (33,952 ex.); Total: 2,721,817 ex., excluding commercial chassis	'''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''	'''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor)	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Mercedes-Benz 124 C

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.

Normal load34 PSI front32 PSI rear

Fully loaded36 PSI front35 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	34 PSI	32 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	36 PSI	35 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Mercedes-Benz 124 C

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Mercedes-Benz 124 C have?

The available source data lists the Mercedes-Benz 124 C engine as '''Petrol''' '''Diesel'''. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 34 PSI front and 32 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

There is no single best engine oil for every Mercedes-Benz 124 C configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The Mercedes-Benz 124 C is classified as a 4-door sedan; 5-door estate; 2-door coupé; 2-door cabriolet; 6-door limousine.

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The available source data lists length saloon: 187.2 in (4,755 mm); estate: 188.2 in (4,780 mm); coupé: 183.9 in (4,671 mm); limo: 218.1 in (5,540 mm), width 68.5 in (1,740 mm); 500 E saloon: 70.7 in (1,796 mm), height estate: 59.8 in (1,519 mm); saloon: 56.3 in (1,430 mm); 500 E saloon: 55.4 in (1,407 mm); coupé: 55.5 in (1,410 mm); convertible: 54.8 in (1,392 mm); limo: 58.3 in (1,481 mm), and wheelbase saloon/estate: 110.2 in (2,799 mm); coupé/convertible: 106.9 in (2,715 mm); limousine: 141.7 in (3,599 mm).

What transmission does the Mercedes-Benz 124 C have?

The available source data lists '''Automatic'''; 4-speed ''4G-Tronic''; 5-speed ''4G-Tronic 722.5''; '''Manual'''; 4-speed (floor or column); 5-speed (floor) transmission options for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C.

Is the Mercedes-Benz 124 C FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C is Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive.

Who makes the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The manufacturer listed for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C is Daimler-Benz.

When was the Mercedes-Benz 124 C produced?

The available source data describes production as Sedan: January 1985 – August 1995; 2em (2,213,140 ex.); Estate: October 1985 – February 1996; 2em (333,227 ex.); Coupé: April 1987 – March 1996; 2em (141,498 ex.); Cabriolet: March 1992 – July 1997; 2em (33,952 ex.); Total: 2,721,817 ex., excluding commercial chassis.

How much does the Mercedes-Benz 124 C weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 3826 lb (1,735 kg) (400 E); 3927 lb (1,781 kg) (500 E). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Mercedes-Benz 124 C built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Germany: Bremen; Rastatt; Sindelfingen; Zuffenhausen; Poland: Karczew; South Africa: Eastern Cape; India: Pune (TELCO); Mexico: Toluca; Indonesia: Bogor Regency, Wanaherang; Malaysia: Johor Bahru (OASB).

What class of car is the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The Mercedes-Benz 124 C is listed in the Executive car/Grand tourer (E/S) class.

Which markets or countries sold the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Mercedes-Benz 124 C with FI, NL. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The available vehicle data lists Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210) (sedan/estate); Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C208) (coupé/cabriolet) as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The available vehicle data lists Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W210) (sedan/estate); Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C208) (coupé/cabriolet) as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

The available source data identifies related models as Mercedes-Benz E-Class Ssangyong Chairman. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Mercedes-Benz 124 C?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Mercedes-Benz 124 C is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Mercedes-Benz 124 C have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Mercedes-Benz 124 C images

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