The car has a moderate performance with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14 seconds and a maximum speed of 180 km/h.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14 sec
Max Speed
180 km/h 111.85 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz W188 is a sleek and stylish coupe with a 5-seat capacity, featuring a length of 4700 mm, width of 1916 mm, and height of 1510 mm. Its wheelbase measures 2900 mm, with a front track of 1480 mm and rear track of 1525 mm.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Coupe
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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Rating
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 Mercedes-Benz W188 is powered by a 2.9L inline-6 engine producing 175 horsepower and 255 Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The W188 offers a balanced combination of performance, handling, and fuel efficiency.
Specs
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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 model W188 is an vintage car with drum brakes in both the front and rear, and a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type. This type of steering system was commonly used in older vehicles and provides a direct, mechanical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Weight & Capacity
The Mercedes-Benz W188 is a luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 10.2 kg/Hp and 98.3 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. Its weight-to-torque ratio is 7 kg/Nm and 143.3 Nm/tonne, suggesting a responsive and agile driving experience. The car has a kerb weight of 1780 kg and a maximum weight of 2040 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 260 kg.
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Rating
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 Coupe
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a length of 4700 mm (185.04 in.).
The Mercedes-Benz W188 has a wheelbase of 2900 mm (114.17 in.).
The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 14 seconds.
The car has a top speed of 180 km/h (111.85 mph).
The car takes 14 seconds to reach 100 km/h.
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.
The engine displacement is 2996 cm3.
The W188 has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The W188 has a direct injection fuel injection system.
The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear.
The car has a cone worm with recirculation balls steering type.
The car's specs are rated as a 3, taking into account the older technology used in the brakes and steering system.
The Mercedes-Benz W188 is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-six engine.
The top speed of the Mercedes-Benz W188 is electronically limited to 160 km/h (100 mph).
Yes, the Mercedes-Benz W188 is a rare car due to its limited production run and high demand among collectors.
The weight-to-power ratio is 10.2 kg/Hp and 98.3 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity is 260 kg or 573.2 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity is 85 liters or 22.45 US gallons or 18.7 UK gallons.
