Mercedes-Benz S-Class 300 SEL 5MT RWD (231 HP)
Mercedes-Benz S-Class · 1991 - present · Petrol
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class 300 SEL 5MT RWD (231 HP) produces 231 hp and 310 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and reaches 230 km/h. Stated combined consumption is 11.9 l/100 km, equal to 307 g CO2 per km.
- Power
- 231 hp
- Torque
- 310 Nm
- 0–100
- 8.9 s
- Top speed
- 230 km/h
Engine
| Power | 231 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 170 kW |
| Torque | 310 Nm |
| Displacement | 3,199 cc |
| Cylinders | L6 |
| Fuel system | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Fuel tank capacity | 100 l |
Performance
| Top speed | 230 km/h |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 8.9 s |
Fuel economy and emissions
| Combined consumption | 11.9 l/100 km |
|---|---|
| City consumption | 14.5 l/100 km |
| Highway consumption | 9.6 l/100 km |
| CO2 emissions | 307 g/km |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 5,212 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,887 mm |
| Height | 1,491 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,139 mm |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Cargo volume | 524 l |
| Unladen weight | 1,900 kg |
| Gross weight limit | 2,590 kg |
| Tyre size | 225/60 R16V |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs |
How this trim compares to other cars
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class 300 SEL 5MT RWD (231 HP) compared with 2,164 trims of other cars from the 1988–1994 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 231 hp | 135 hp |
better than 92%
|
| Torque | 310 Nm | 201 Nm |
better than 90%
|
| Top speed | 230 km/h | 192 km/h |
better than 87%
|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 8.9 s | 11.7 s |
better than 79%
|
| Combined consumption | 11.9 l/100 km | 8.8 l/100 km |
better than 7%
|
| CO2 emissions | 307 g/km | 209 g/km |
better than 6%
|
| Cargo volume | 524 l | 443 l |
better than 86%
|
| Unladen weight | 1,900 kg | 1,274 kg |
better than 5%
|
Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.
Trims and engine versions — Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Trim | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–100 | Top speed | Fuel economy | CO2 | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 SE 5MT RWD (93 HP) | Petrol | 93 hp | 270 Nm | 10.6 s | 211 km/h | 11.6 l/100 km | 281 g/km | |
| 300 SD 4AT RWD (150 HP) | Diesel | 150 hp | 310 Nm | 12.7 s | 187 km/h | 9.7 l/100 km | 256 g/km | |
| 300 SE 5MT RWD (231 HP) | Petrol | 231 hp | 310 Nm | 8.9 s | 230 km/h | 11.9 l/100 km | 307 g/km | |
| 400 V8 SE 4AT RWD (286 HP) | Petrol | 286 hp | 410 Nm | 7.6 s | 245 km/h | 12.5 l/100 km | 309 g/km | |
| 400 V8 SEL 4AT RWD (286 HP) | Petrol | 286 hp | 410 Nm | 7.6 s | 245 km/h | 12.5 l/100 km | 309 g/km | |
| 500 V8 SE 4AT RWD (326 HP) | Petrol | 326 hp | 480 Nm | 6.7 s | 250 km/h | 13.0 l/100 km | 321 g/km | |
| 500 V8 SEL 4AT RWD (326 HP) | Petrol | 326 hp | 480 Nm | 6.7 s | 250 km/h | 13.0 l/100 km | 321 g/km | |
| 600 V12 SE 4AT RWD (408 HP) | Petrol | 408 hp | 580 Nm | 6.0 s | 250 km/h | 15.4 l/100 km | 371 g/km | |
| 600 V12 SEL 4AT RWD (408 HP) | Petrol | 408 hp | 580 Nm | 6.0 s | 250 km/h | 15.4 l/100 km | 371 g/km |