1998 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a Large Luxury offered in both 4D Sedan and 5D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $90,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Classic variant and topping out at $194,200 for the E 55.
There are 4 variants of the E-Class available in Australia.
Engine options include 3.2L multi-point injection (165kW/315Nm), 2.4L multi-point injection (125kW/225Nm), 3L turbo diesel indirect injection (130kW/330Nm), 4.3L multi-point injection (205kW/400Nm) and 5.5L multi-point injection (260kW/530Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 1998 E-Class is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Sedan or Station Wagon
Powertrain Type
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Retail Price
Transmission
5-speed auto
Driven Wheels
Rear
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
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 E 55.
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Dimensions
| 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 |
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 E 55 that starts from $194,200.
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class is offered by the Elegance which can tow 2100 kg
See all Mercedes-Benz E-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the Elegance which measures 1799mm wide, 4816mm in length and sits 1506mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the E 55 which has 260kW of power from its 5.5L 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 Elegance which weighs 2250 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded or Diesel.
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