The Mercedes-Benz W188 is a luxurious car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 14 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 180 km/h.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14 sec
Max Speed
180 km/h 111.85 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car model W188 is a Cabriolet with 5 seats and 2 doors. It has a length of 4700 mm (185.04 in.), a width of 1916 mm (75.43 in.), and a height of 1510 mm (59.45 in.). The wheelbase is 2900 mm (114.17 in.), the front track is 1480 mm (58.27 in.), and the rear track is 1525 mm (60.04 in.).
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Body Type
Cabriolet
Seats
5
Doors
2
Length
4700 mm 185.04 in.
Width
1916 mm 75.43 in.
Height
1510 mm 59.45 in.
Wheelbase
2900 mm 114.17 in.
Front Track
1480 mm 58.27 in.
Rear Track
1525 mm 60.04 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car model W188 runs on Petrol (Gasoline) with a combined fuel consumption of 12.5 l/100 km (18.82 US mpg, 22.6 UK mpg, 8 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12.5 l/100 km 18.82 US mpg 22.6 UK mpg 8 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The W188 is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 3.0-liter inline-6 engine, producing 175 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque. It features a 4-speed manual transmission and a double wishbone front suspension with a trailing arm rear suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
175 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
58.4 Hp/l
Torque
255 Nm @ 4300 rpm. 188.08 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
M 199 / 199.980
Engine Displacement
2996 cm3 182.83 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
85 mm 3.35 in.
Piston Stroke
88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio
8.55
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
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, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm
Brakes
The car specs indicate a relatively basic configuration. The W188 features drum brakes on both the front and rear axles, suggesting an older or budget-friendly model. The steering system utilizes a cone worm with recirculation balls, which offers good stability and precision.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a W188 model with a weight-to-power ratio of 10.2 kg/Hp (98.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7 kg/Nm (143.3 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight of the vehicle is 1780 kg (3924.23 lbs.) and its maximum weight is 2040 kg (4497.43 lbs.), giving it a maximum load capacity of 260 kg (573.2 lbs.). The car has a fuel tank capacity of 85 liters (22.45 US gallons or 18.7 UK gallons).
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.2 kg/Hp, 98.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7 kg/Nm, 143.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1780 kg 3924.23 lbs.
Max Weight
2040 kg 4497.43 lbs.
Max Load
260 kg 573.2 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
85 l 22.45 US gal | 18.7 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Mercedes-Benz - W188 II Cabriolet A
This car is a Cabriolet.
This car has 5 seats.
The length of this car is 4700 mm (185.04 in.), the width is 1916 mm (75.43 in.), and the height is 1510 mm (59.45 in.). The wheelbase is 2900 mm (114.17 in.), the front track is 1480 mm (58.27 in.), and the rear track is 1525 mm (60.04 in).
The Mercedes-Benz W188 can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 14 seconds.
The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz W188 is electronically limited to 180 km/h.
The Mercedes-Benz W188 can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 14 seconds.
This car uses Petrol (Gasoline).
The combined fuel consumption of this car is 12.5 l/100 km (18.82 US mpg, 22.6 UK mpg, 8 km/l).
The rating for this car's specs is 4 out of 5.
Inline-6
4-speed manual
Rear-wheel drive
The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear axles.
The steering system employs a cone worm with recirculation balls.
The specifications do not include information regarding the car's generation.
The W188 comes with a powerful engine that delivers impressive performance and speed.
The W188 is equipped with advanced technology systems, including a state-of-the-art infotainment system, advanced safety features, and a comfortable and luxurious interior.
The W188 offers smooth and responsive handling, making it a joy to drive on any road surface.
The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 10.2 kg/Hp (98.3 Hp/tonne).
The maximum load capacity of the car is 260 kg (573.2 lbs.).
The fuel tank capacity of the car is 85 liters (22.45 US gallons or 18.7 UK gallons).
