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    1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a Large Luxury offered in 4D Sedan, 5D Sedan and 2D Convertible 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 3.2L multi-point injection (162kW/310Nm), 2.3L multi-point injection (110kW/220Nm), 2.2L multi-point injection (110kW/210Nm) and 3.6L multi-point injection (200kW/380Nm). Available with 5-speed automatic or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    The new 1997 E-Class is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Retail Price

    $90,900 - $185,000

    Transmission

    4 or 5-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon

    Powertrain Type

    N/A

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    Retail Price

    $90,900 - $185,000

    Transmission

    4 or 5-speed auto

    Driven Wheels

    Rear

    Fuel Type

    Premium Unleaded

    Body Types

    Convertible, Coupe, Sedan, or Station Wagon

    Powertrain Type

    N/A

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    1997 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    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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    Power to Weight
    69.18 kW/t
    69.18 kW/t
    130.37 kW/t
    Boot Space
    300 litres
    92 litres
    300 litres
    Price
    $128,200 - $145,000
    $39,550
    $145,000
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    2 years
    3 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    80,000 km
    Unlimited
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    Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    Dimensions

    4,795 mm
    1,799 mm
    1,433 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length4,795 mm
    Overall Width1,799 mm
    Overall Height1,433 mm
    Wheelbase2,833 mm
    Turning Circle11,300 mm
    Load Capacity500 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.

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    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E36 Amg that starts from $185,000.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 1900 kg offered by the following variants: Classic and Elegance.

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    The largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Classic which measures 1799mm wide, 4816mm in length and sits 1505mm 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 Classic which weighs 2150 kg (kerb weight).

    The Mercedes-Benz E-Class uses Premium Unleaded.

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