1996 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a sports car offered in 2D Convertible, 5D Convertible and 4D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $90,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Classic variant and topping out at $185,000 for the E36 Amg.
There are 5 variants of the E-Class available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.2L multi-point injection (110kW/210Nm), 2.2L multi-point injection (110kW/210Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (162kW/315Nm), 2.3L multi-point injection (110kW/220Nm) and 3.6L multi-point injection (200kW/380Nm). All variants feature 4-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 1996 E-Class is offered with a 3 year warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Premium Unleaded
Body Types
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
N/A
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
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Available Variants
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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Dimensions
| 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.
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic that starts from $90,900.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg that starts from $185,000.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class is null kg offered by the following variants: Classic, Elegance, E 220, Avantgarde and E36 Amg.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 220 which measures 1740mm wide, 4780mm in length and sits 1520mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg which has 200kW of power from its 3.6L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg which weighs 2130 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Unleaded.
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