The W108 model boasts impressive acceleration, going from 0 to 100 km/h in just 9.4 seconds, and reaching a top speed of 205 km/h. Its performance is sure to thrill drivers.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9.4 sec
Max Speed
205 km/h 127.38 mph
Body & Dimensions
The W108 model is a Sedan with a length of 5000 mm (196.85 in), width of 1810 mm (71.26 in) and height of 1440 mm (56.69 in). It has a wheelbase of 2850 mm (112.2 in), with a front and rear track of 1482 mm (58.35 in) and 1485 mm (58.46 in) respectively. It can comfortably seat 5 people with 4 doors.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
5000 mm 196.85 in.
Width
1810 mm 71.26 in.
Height
1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase
2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front Track
1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track
1485 mm 58.46 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz W108 is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 13 liters per 100 kilometers, which translates to 18.09 US mpg, 21.73 UK mpg, and 7.69 km/l. This makes it an efficient option for daily driving.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
13 l/100 km 18.09 US mpg 21.73 UK mpg 7.69 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The W108 is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 3.5-liter, 8-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine producing 200 horsepower and 286 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed automatic transmission and a double wishbone front suspension with a hydro-pneumatic element and trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
200 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
57.2 Hp/l
Torque
286 Nm @ 4000 rpm. 210.94 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 116 E 35 / 116.980
Engine Displacement
3499 cm3 213.52 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke
65.8 mm 2.59 in.
Compression Ratio
9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
7.5 l 7.93 US qt | 6.6 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-50
Coolant
13.2 l 13.95 US qt | 11.61 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Hydro-pneumatic element, Trailing arm
Brakes
The car model is W108, it comes with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, and has a cone worm type power steering with recirculation balls. The wheel rims size is 6J x 14.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Mercedes-Benz W108 is a luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.9 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 5.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1585 kg and a maximum weight of 2085 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 500 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 82 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.9 kg/Hp, 126.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.5 kg/Nm, 180.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1585 kg 3494.33 lbs.
Max Weight
2085 kg 4596.64 lbs.
Max Load
500 kg 1102.31 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
82 l 21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W108 SEL
It is a Sedan.
It has 5 seats.
The length of this car is 5000 mm (196.85 in).
9.4 seconds
205 km/h (127.38 mph)
The W108 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 9.4 seconds, making it a quick and responsive drive.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 runs on petrol (gasoline)
The combined fuel consumption of the Mercedes-Benz W108 is 13 liters per 100 kilometers, which is equivalent to 18.09 US mpg, 21.73 UK mpg, and 7.69 km/l
3499 cm3 or 213.52 cu. in.
4-speed automatic
Double wishbone front suspension with a hydro-pneumatic element and trailing arm rear suspension
Disc brakes are present on both the front and rear wheels.
It has a cone worm type power steering with recirculation balls.
The wheel rims size is 6J x 14.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 was available with a range of engines, including a 2.8L inline-six and a 3.5L V8.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 is generally considered to be a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 is a relatively rare car, especially in its original condition. This can make it a valuable collector's item for enthusiasts.
