The 1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a large Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $90,900 for the Classic variant and topping out at $185,000 for the E36 Amg variant.
There are 5 variants of the E-Class available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-1996.
The 1996 E-Class was offered with a 3 year warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class include 2.2 in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/210Nm), 2.2 in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/210Nm), 2.3 in-line 4-cylinder (110kW/220Nm), 3.2 in-line 6-cylinder (162kW/315Nm), 3.2 in-line 6-cylinder (162kW/310Nm) and 3.6 in-line 6-cylinder (200kW/380Nm). All variants feature 4-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
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The Mercedes-Benz E-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Classic and the most expensive being E36 Amg.
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,795 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,799 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,433 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,833 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,300 mm |
| Load Capacity | 500 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Mercedes-Benz E-Class Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic variant that starts from $90,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg variant that starts from $185,000.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 220 variant which measures 1740mm wide, 4780mm in length and sits 1520mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg variant which has 200kW of power and 380nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 220 variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2130 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Premium Unleaded.
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