Mercedes-Benz W109 W109 SEL

Mercedes-Benz - W109 SEL

Details-
BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelW109
GenerationW109 SEL
Modification300 SEL 4.5 V8 (198 Hp) Automatic
Start Of ProductionMay, 1971
End Of ProductionOctober, 1972

Performance

The Mercedes-Benz W109 is a luxury car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 10.1 seconds and a top speed of 200 km/h (124.27 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph10.1 sec
Max Speed200 km/h 124.27 mph

Body & Dimensions

The Mercedes-Benz W109 is a sedan with a length of 5000 mm, width of 1810 mm, and height of 1440 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2850 mm and a seating capacity of 5 people. It has 4 doors and a body type of sedan.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Length5000 mm 196.85 in.
Width1810 mm 71.26 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2850 mm 112.2 in.
Front Track1482 mm 58.35 in.
Rear Track1485 mm 58.46 in.

Fuel Consumption

The W109 is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 15 l/100 km, equivalent to 15.68 US mpg or 18.83 UK mpg. This translates to an efficiency of 6.67 km/l.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined15 l/100 km 15.68 US mpg 18.83 UK mpg 6.67 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Mercedes-Benz W109 is a luxury car with an 8-cylinder engine producing 198 horsepower and 358 Nm of torque. It features a front-mounted, longitudinal engine layout with a displacement of 4520 cm3. The car has a rear-wheel drive and an automatic transmission with 3 gears.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power198 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power Per Litre43.8 Hp/l
Torque358 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 264.05 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Engine Model CodeM 117 E 45 / 117.981
Engine Displacement4520 cm3 275.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders8
Engine ConfigurationV-engine
Cylinder Bore92 mm 3.62 in.
Piston Stroke84.99 mm 3.35 in.
Compression Ratio8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine Oil Specification15W-40
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox3 gears, automatic transmission
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, Air suspension
Rear SuspensionAir suspension, Trailing arm

Brakes

The car model is W109 with disc brakes in both the front and rear. It has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type and a hydraulic power steering system. The wheel rim size is 6J x 14.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering TypeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Wheel Rims Size6J x 14

Weight & Capacity

The W109 is a powerful car with a weight-to-power ratio of 8.9 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.9 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1755 kg and a maximum weight of 2222 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 467 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 82 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio8.9 kg/Hp, 112.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio4.9 kg/Nm, 204 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1755 kg 3869.11 lbs.
Max Weight2222 kg 4898.67 lbs.
Max Load467 kg 1029.56 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity82 l 21.66 US gal | 18.04 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W109 SEL

The length of the Mercedes-Benz W109 is 5000 mm or 196.85 in.

The Mercedes-Benz W109 can seat 5 people.

The wheelbase of the Mercedes-Benz W109 is 2850 mm or 112.2 in.

The Mercedes-Benz W109 accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 10.1 seconds.

The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz W109 is 200 km/h (124.27 mph).

The Mercedes-Benz W109 accelerates from 0-62 mph in 10.1 seconds.

Petrol (Gasoline)

15 l/100 km

6.67 km/l

The Mercedes-Benz W109 has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration and 8 cylinders.

The Mercedes-Benz W109 has an automatic transmission with 3 gears.

The Mercedes-Benz W109 is a rear-wheel drive vehicle.

The car has disc brakes in both the front and rear.

The car has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type.

The wheel rim size is 6J x 14.

The W109 model was designed to be a flagship luxury car, showcasing Mercedes-Benz's engineering and design capabilities.

The W109 was available with a range of engine capacities, including 2.2L, 2.8L, and 3.0L.

Yes, the W109 was a popular model during its production run, known for its performance, comfort, and style.

8.9 kg/Hp

82 liters

467 kg