Mercedes 124 in detail about fuel consumption
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From 1984 to 1995, the development of a new model of the E class Mercedes W 124 by the German company Mercedes-Benz lasted. As a result, the fuel consumption of the Mercedes W 124 simply surprised all buyers of the car. During development and improvement, the car has gone through 2 major innovations and changes during restyling. At the same time, almost all the wishes and preferences of motorists were taken into account.
There were no serious transformations in the engine; sedans of all generations were made completely rear-wheel drive. Accordingly, the car has engine variations, as a result of which the fuel consumption of the Mercedes 124 changes. To reduce the fuel consumption of a Mercedes, it is necessary to deal with the factors that affect it. Real fuel consumption for a Mercedes W 124 km is about 9-11 liters. Cars of the business class model, made specifically for driving in the city and for country business trips. Next, we will take a closer look at what affects fuel consumption and how to make costs economical.
| Modification | Recommended fuel | City consumption | Highway consumption | Mixed cycle |
| Mercedes-Benz W124. 200 2.0 MT (105 HP) (1986) | AI-80 | 9,3 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 200 2.0 MT (118 HP) (1988) | AI-95 | 9,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 200 2.0 MT (136 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 9,2 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 200 2.0d MT (72 HP) (1985) | diesel fuel | 7,2 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 200 2.0d MT (75 HP) (1988) | diesel fuel | 7,2 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 220 2.2 MT (150 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 9,6 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 230 2.3 MT (132 HP) (1985) | AI-95 | 9,3 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 250 2.5d MT (90 HP) (1985) | diesel fuel | 7,7 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 280 2.8 MT (197 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 11,1 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0 AT (180 HP) 4WD (1986) | AI-95 | 11,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0 MT (180 HP) (1986) | AI-95 | 10,5 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0 MT (220 HP) (1989) | AI-95 | 11,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0d AT (143 HP) (1986) | diesel fuel | 8,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0d AT (143 HP) 4WD (1986) | diesel fuel | 9,1 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0d AT (147 HP) (1989) | diesel fuel | 8,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0d MT (109 HP) (1986) | diesel fuel | 7,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 300 3.0d MT (113 HP) (1989) | diesel fuel | 7,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 320 3.2 MT (220 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 11,6 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 200 2.0 MT (109 HP) (1985) | AI-92 | 8,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 200 2.0 MT (118 HP) (1988) | AI-95 | 9,1 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 200 2.0d MT (72 HP) (1985) | diesel fuel | 7,9 l | 5,3 l | 6,7 l |
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 220 2.2 MT (150 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 8,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 230 2.3 MT (132 HP) (1989) | AI-95 | 9,2 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 230 2.3 MT (136 HP) (1985) | AI-92 | 8,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 250 2.5d MT (126 HP) (1988) | diesel fuel | 9,6 l | 5,6 l | 7,5 l |
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 250 2.5d MT (90 HP) (1985) | diesel fuel | 7,1 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 260 2.6 MT (160 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 10,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 260 2.6 MT (160 HP) 4WD (1987) | AI-95 | 10,7 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 260 2.6 MT (166 HP) (1985) | AI-95 | 9,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 280 2.8 MT (197 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 14,5 l | 11 l | 12,5 l |
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0 AT (188 HP) 4WD (1987) | AI-95 | 11,3 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0 MT (180 HP) (1985) | AI-95 | 12,7 l | 8,7 l | 10,9 l |
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0 MT (188 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 9,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d AT (143 HP) (1986) | diesel fuel | 7,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d AT (143 HP) 4WD (1988) | diesel fuel | 8,5 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d AT (147 HP) (1988) | diesel fuel | 7,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d AT (147 HP) 4WD (1988) | diesel fuel | 8,7 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d MT (109 HP) (1985) | diesel fuel | 7,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d MT (109 HP) 4WD (1987) | diesel fuel | 8,1 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d MT (113 HP) (1989) | diesel fuel | 7,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 300 3.0d MT (147 HP) (1988) | diesel fuel | 7,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 320 3.2 MT (220 HP) (1990) | AI-95 | 11 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 420 4.2 MT (286 HP) (1991) | AI-95 | 11,8 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Sedan / 500 5.0 AT (326 HP) (1991) | AI-95 | 17,5 l | 10,7 l | 13,5 l |
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 220 2.2 MT (150 HP) (1992) | AI-95 | 8,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 230 2.3 MT (132 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 9,2 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 230 2.3 MT (136 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 8,3 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 300 3.0 MT (180 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 10,9 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 300 3.0 MT (188 HP) (1987) | AI-95 | 9,4 l | ||
| Mercedes-Benz W124 Coupe / 300 3.0 MT (220 HP) (1989) | AI-95 | 14,8 l | 8,1 l | 11 l |
What fuel consumption depends on
An experienced owner knows that, first of all, the cost of gasoline for a Mercedes 124 depends on the driver, on his character and type of driving, on how he handles the car. Such indicators affect the consumption of gasoline of a car of a German manufacturer:
- maneuverability;
- engine volume;
- the quality of gasoline;
- technical condition of the car;
- road surface.
Mercedes mileage is also very important. If this is a new car, then its consumption will not go beyond the average limits, and if the counter shows more than 20 thousand km, then gasoline consumption rates for Mercedes 124 will be about 10-11 liters or more.
Ride type
The Mercedes 124 is designed for drivers with reasonable, measured driving. With all this, you should not switch from one speed to another for a long time, move slowly from place, everything must be done promptly and at the same time in moderation. Therefore, if the car is most often used on the highway, then it is worth adhering to one constant speed, and if it is driving around the city, during rush hour, then it is worth switching smoothly at traffic lights and moving slowly.
Engine capacity
When buying a Mercedes Benz, you should pay attention to the volume of the engine, because it is from this indicator that fuel consumption first of all depends. Mercedes Benz has several modifications of gasoline and diesel engines:
- with an engine volume of 2 liters, diesel - average fuel consumption - 6,7 liters / 100 km;
- 2,5 l diesel engine - average combined cycle costs - 7,1 l / 100 km;
- 2,0 liter gasoline engine - 7-10 l / 100 km;
- gasoline engine 2,3 liters - 9,2 liters per 100 km;
- 2,6 liter engine on gasoline - 10,4 liters per 1000 km;
- 3,0 gasoline engine - 11 liters per 100 km.
Average fuel consumption for a Mercedes 124 in the city, running on gasoline, is from 11 to 15 liters.
fuel type
Fuel consumption in a Mercedes 124 can be influenced by the quality of the fuel and its methane number. An attentive driver, he noticed how the volume of fuel changed not only from the driving style, but also from the brand of gasoline. From this we can conclude that the brand of gasoline, its quality affects the efficiency of the car. For Mercedes, it is recommended to use only high-quality premium gasoline.
Features
German brand cars have good technical characteristics, which indicate their practicality, economy and convenience. But it is worth noting that over time, like any Mercedes car, it requires maintenance, diagnostics, in order to monitor its condition.
Which is considered a very good indicator. At the service station, you can quickly and accurately find out why the amount of fuel costs is so high and how to reduce it.
How to make the use of gasoline economical
The reasons that change the fuel costs of the Mercedes 124 described earlier are often mentioned in the reviews of the owners of this car. You also need to decide what to do if the costs have suddenly increased and the owner is not satisfied. The main points to prevent increased fuel use are:
- constantly monitor the fuel filter (replace it);
- service the engine;
- the catalyst and exhaust should work perfectly.
Be sure to monitor the condition of the body.
