Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic Specs

Mercedes-Benz LogoMercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic has been in production since 1981 - 1985. Cars comes in Sedan body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 5L liters, engines produces a power of 231 Hp. Fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic is 15.2 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4995x1820x1436 mm, and the weight is from 1620 kg.

Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic 1981 - 1985
Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic 1981 - 1985
Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic 1981 - 1985
Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic 1981 - 1985
Mercedes-Benz S-class SE (W126) 500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic 1981 - 1985


General data

GenerationS-class SE (W126)
Modification500 SE V8 (231 Hp) Automatic
Start of productionOctober, 1981 year
End of productionSeptember, 1985 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelM 117 E 50 / 117.963

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban15.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban9.1 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)8.1 sec
Maximum speed225 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio7 kg/Hp, 142.6 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power231 Hp @ 4750 rpm.
Power per litre46.5 Hp/l
Torque405 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Longitudinal
Engine displacement4973 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore96.5 mm
Piston Stroke85 mm
Compression ratio9.2
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity9 l
Coolant13.5 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)4
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionThreaded twist beam
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Tires sizeFront wheel tires: 205/70 R14; Rear wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel rims sizeFront wheel rims: 6.5J x 14; Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14

Dimensions

Length4995 mm
Width1820 mm
Height1436 mm
Wheelbase2930 mm
Front track1545 mm
Rear (Back) track1517 mm

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1620 kg
Max. weight2140 kg
Max load520 kg
Fuel tank capacity90 l