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Overview
The 1999 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Classic is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is regarded as a Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $100,800 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz E-Class is powered by a 3L 6-cylinder engine that has 130 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 330 Nm of torque (at 1600 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class measures 1441mm (56.7 inches) in height, 4795mm (188.8 inches) in length, 1799mm (70.8 inches) in width with a 2833mm (111.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1630kg (3593.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The E-Class Classic comes standard with 215/55 R16 front tyres and 215/55 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
78.62 - 152.05 kW/t
78.62 kW/t
163.79 kW/t
Boot Space
500 - 600 litres
410 litres
600 litres
Price
$91,800 - $195,200
$85,900
$198,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
2 years
3 years
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Dimensions
4,795 mm
1,799 mm
1,441 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,795 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,799 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,833 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz E-Class Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: Diesel
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Intercooler Compressor: yes
Number of Compressors: 1
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 87
Engine (cc): 2996
Compression Ratio: 22
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 84
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Diesel
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Indirect Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 17.2
Capacity (L): 65
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Clock
Type: Digital
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.9
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 34
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 10.9
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 10.9
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 6.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 220
Maximum Speed (mph): 137
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 177
Maximum Power (kW): 130
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 244
Maximum Torque (Nm): 330
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Type: Plastic
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Width: 215
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 215
Wheels
Front Covers: Full
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Rear Covers: Full
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Toned
Size of Body Side Molding: Medium
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.7
Front Track (mm): 1542
Overall Height (in): 56.7
Overall Height (mm): 1441
Overall Length (in): 188.8
Overall Length (mm): 4795
Overall Width (in): 70.8
Overall Width (mm): 1799
Rear Track (in): 60.5
Rear Track (mm): 1536
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 37.2
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11340
Wheelbase (in): 111.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2833
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.3
Front Headroom (mm): 997
Rear Headroom (in): 38.2
Rear Headroom (mm): 970
Front Hip Room (in): 57.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1452
Rear Hip Room (in): 58
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1472
Front Shoulder Room (in): 56.3
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1431
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 57.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1450
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Quad
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Black
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Wide Angle Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1900
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4189
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2130
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4696
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1630
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3594
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 10
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Capacity: 10
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 3
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Electric
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Child Safety Seat
Location: Rear Seats
Type: Integrated
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Occupant Sensors: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Integral Box: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Vinyl
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Lidded
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Rear Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Thermostatic Heating: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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