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Revision as of 18:14, 3 July 2008
Mercedes-Benz W123 | |
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![]() Mercedes-Benz W123 (230 CE) Eurospec | |
Overview | |
Manufacturer | Daimler Benz |
Production | 1976–1985 2,696,915 built[1] 4-door: 2,397,514 Coupé: 99,884 Station Wagon: 199,517 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Executive car |
Vehicles | Mercedes-Benz E-Class |
Powertrain | |
Transmission(s) | 4-speed automatic 4-speed manual 5-speed manual |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz W115 |
Successor | Mercedes-Benz W124 |
The Mercedes-Benz W123 cars were produced from 1976 through 1985.
The W123 models surpassed their predecessor, the W114/W115 "stroke-8" models, as the most successful Mercedes, selling over 2.5 million cars, before being replaced by the W124 after 1985. Also, the additional, smaller range of Mercedes-Benz W201 models were introduced in 1982.
Naming
As usual, model names were related to engine sizes, type of engine and chassis type
- D for Diesel,
- E for Einspritzung (fuel injection)
- Lang for Long Wheelbase
- T for Transport and Touring (estate/station wagon)
- C for Coupé
Model SHIT
![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8a/MB-W123-wagon.jpg/250px-MB-W123-wagon.jpg)
![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/52/MB-W123-coupe.jpg/250px-MB-W123-coupe.jpg)
![](http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/f7/Mercedes_Benz_W123_Sedan.jpg/250px-Mercedes_Benz_W123_Sedan.jpg)
Mercedes-Benz introduced the W123 four-door versions in January, 1976[2]. While there was some technical similarities to their predecessors, the new models were larger in wheelbase and exterior dimensions. The styling was also updated, although stylistic links with the W115 were maintained. Initially, all models except 280/280E featured quad unequal-size round headlights and the latter large rectangular units. When facelifted these units became standard across the range. All W115 engines were carried over, with the 3 liter 5-cylinder diesel model being renamed from 240D 3.0 to 300D (as it had already been called before in North American markets). The only new engine was the 250's 2525 cc inline-six (Type M123, a short-stroke version of the 2.8 liter six Type M110) that replaced the old 2496 cc Type M114 six.
In the spring of 1976, a Coupé version was introduced on a shorter wheelbase than the saloon (Template:Auto mm versus Template:Auto mm) for the saloon. This W123C/CE was available as a 230C (later 230CE) and as a 280C/CE in most markets; in North America there were additional 300CD versions with naturally aspirated, later turbocharged 3 liter diesel engines.
From August, 1977, long wheelbase versions (Template:Auto mm) were produced. These were available as 7/8 seater saloons with works bodies or as a chassis with complete front body clip, the latter serving as the base for ambulance and hearse bodies by external suppliers like Binz or Miesen. These "Lang" versions could be ordered as 240D, 300D and 250 models.
At the Frankfurt Auto Show in September, 1977 the W123T estate was introduced; the T in the model designation stood for "Touring and Transport". All engines derivative except "200TD" were available in the range. T production began in March, 1978 in Mercedes' Bremen factory.
In early 1979, the diesel models power output was increased; power rose from Template:Auto PS to Template:Auto PS in the 200D, from Template:Auto PS to Template:Auto PS in the 240D and from Template:Auto PS to Template:Auto PS in the 300D; at the same time, the 220D went out of production.
The first Mercedes turbo diesel production W123 appeared in September, 1979. This was the 300 TD Turbodiesel, available with automatic transmission only. In most markets, the turbocharged 5-cylinder 3 liter diesel engine (Type OM617) was offered only in the T body style, while in North America it was also available in sedan/saloon and coupe guise.
June 1980 saw the introduction of new 4-cylinder petrol engines (Type M102). A new 2 liter four with shorter stroke replaced the old M115, a fuel-injected 2.3 liter version of this engine (in 230E/TE/CE) the old carburetted 230. Both engines were more powerful than their predecessors.
In 1980/81 the carburetted 280 versions went out of production; the fuel-injected 280E continued to be offered.
In September, 1982, all models received a mild facelift. The rectangular headlights, previously fitted only to the 280/280E, were standardized across the board, as was power steering. Since February, 1982, an optional 5-speed manual transmission was available in all models (except 300 TDT).
W123 production ended in November, 1985. Most popular single models were the 240D (455,000 built), the 230E (442,000 built) and the 200D (378,000 built).
W123 introduced innovations including ABS (optional from August, 1980), a retractable steering column and an airbag for the driver (optional from 1982).
Available options included MB-Tex (Mercedes-Benz Texturized Punctured Vinyl) upholstery or velour or leather upholstery, interior wood trim, right hand side exterior mirror (LHD models, standard on T models), 5-speed manual transmission (European market only), 4-speed automatic transmission (standard in turbodiesel models), power windows with rear-seat switch cut-outs, vacuum powered central locking, rear-facing extra seats (station wagon only), Standheizung (prestart timer controller engine heating), self locking differential, sun roof, air conditioning, climate control, headlamp wipers (European market only), Tempomat (cruise control), power steering (standard after 1982/08), seat heating, catalytic converter (available from 1984 for California only, from fall (autumn) 1984 also in Germany for the 230E of which one thousand were built).
Power (vacuum servo) assisted disc brakes were standard on all W123's.
Models (except North America and Japan)
Chassis code | Years | Model | Engine | Power | Torque |
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W123.020 | 1976–1980 | 200 | 2.0 L M115 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 4800 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.220 | 1979–1985 | 200 | 2.0 L M102 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 5200 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.280 | 1980–1985 | 200T | 2.0 L M102 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 5200 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.120 | 1976–1979 | 200D | 2.0 L OM615 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4200 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.120 | 1979–1985 | 200D | 2.0 L OM615 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4400 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.126 | 1976–1979 | 220D | 2.2 L OM615 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4200 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.023 | 1976–1981 | 230 | 2.3 L M115 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 4800 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.223 | 1979–1985 | 230E | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 5100 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.043 | 1977–1980 | 230C | 2.3 L M115 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 4800 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.243 | 1980–1985 | 230CE | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 5100 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.083 | 1978–1980 | 230T | 2.3 L M115 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 4800 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3000 |
W123.283 | 1980–1985 | 230TE | 2.3 L M102 I4 | Template:Auto PS @ 5100 | Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.123 | 1976–1985 | 240D | 2.4 L OM616 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4200 from 02/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.125 | 1977–1985 | 240D LWB | 2.4 L OM616 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4200 from 02/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.183 | 1978–1986 | 240TD | 2.4 L OM616 I4 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4200 from 02/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.026 | 1976–1985 | 250 | 2.5 L M123 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 5500 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 5500 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.028 | 1977–1985 | 250 LWB | 2.5 L M123 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 5500 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 5500 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.086 | 1978–1985 | 250T | 2.5 L M123 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 5500 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 5500 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 3500 |
W123.030 | 1975–1981 | 280 | 2.8 L M110 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 5500 | Template:Auto Nm @ 4000 |
W123.033 | 1975–1985 | 280E | 2.8 L M110 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 6000 from 1978 Template:Auto PS @ 5800 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 |
W123.050 | 1977–1980 | 280C | 2.8 L M110 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 5500 | Template:Auto Nm @ 4000 |
W123.053 | 1977–1985 | 280CE | 2.8 L M110 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 6000 from 1978 Template:Auto PS @ 5800 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 |
W123.093 | 1978–1985 | 280TE | 2.8 L M110 I6 | Template:Auto PS @ 6000 from 1978 Template:Auto PS @ 5800 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 from 09/79 Template:Auto Nm @ 4500 |
W123.130 | 1976–1985 | 300D | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4000 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.132 | 1977–1985 | 300D LWB | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4000 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.133 | 1981–1985 | 300D Turbo | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4350 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.150 | 1977–1981 | 300CD | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4000 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.153 | 1981–1985 | 300CD Turbo | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4350 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.190 | 1978–1985 | 300TD | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4000 from 09/79 Template:Auto PS @ 4400 |
Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
W123.193 | 1980–1985 | 300TD Turbo | 3.0 L OM617 I5 Diesel | Template:Auto PS @ 4350 | Template:Auto Nm @ 2400 |
North America and Japan
In these markets the following models were offered...[3]:
Model | Years | Engine | Power | Torque |
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230 | MY 1977−1978 | M115 | 550 hp (410 kW) @ 4800 | Template:Auto lbft @ 2500 |
240D | MY 1977−1983 | OM616.912 | 62 hp (46 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981 67 hp (50 kW) @ 4000 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
280E | MY 1977−1981 | M110 | 142 hp (106 kW) @ 5750 from MY 1980: 140 hp (104 kW) @ 5500 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 4600 from MY 1980: Template:Auto lbft @ 4600 |
280CE | MY 1978−1981 | M110 | 142 hp (106 kW) @ 5750 from MY 1980: 140 hp (104 kW) @ 5500 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 4600 from MY 1980: Template:Auto lbft @ 4600 |
300D | MY 1977−1983 | OM617.912 | 77 hp (57 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981: 83 hp (62 kW) @ 4200 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 from MY 1981: Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
300CD | MY 1978−1983 | OM617.912 | 77 hp (57 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981: 83 hp (62 kW) @ 4200 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 from MY 1981: Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
300D (unofficially "300DT") |
MY 1982−1985 | OM617.952 | 120 hp (89 kW) @ 4350 from MY 1984: 123 hp (92 kW) @ 4350 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 from MY 1984: Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
300CD (unofficially "300CDT") |
MY 1982−1985 | OM617.952 | 120 hp (89 kW) @ 4350 from MY 1984: 123 hp (92 kW) @ 4350 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 from MY 1984: Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
300TD (unofficially "300TDT") |
MY 1979−1985 | OM617.952 | 120 hp (89 kW) @ 4350 from MY 1984: 123 hp (92 kW) @ 4350 |
Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 from MY 1984: Template:Auto lbft @ 2400 |
The North American W123s differ from the European W123s due to US DOT requirements.
Notable exterior differences:
- Larger bumpers
- Round, sealed-beam headlights/fog lamps. Early cars were delivered with clear fog lamps thru model year 1979, later units with yellow
- Location of ID-tag on A-pillar
- Emission control devices
Common European features never seen on US spec cars:
- Cloth seats
- Air conditioning removed
- Headlamp wipers
- Rear fog light
- Rear headrests
- Center Armrest removed
- Adjustable headlamps
- Trailer hitches
- Manual Windows and Sunroof
- Door Armrests without grab handles
- Vinyl Trim deleted from Window Door frame surrounds
- Heated Seats
- Warning Triangle in Trunk (Boot) (included on US-Spec vehicles Delivered new in Germany)
- Variations on Amount of Wood Trim on Dashboard and centre console,
- Variations on rear seat belts
- Parcel nets often deleted from the backs of the front seats
- Traffic Radios
- Manual radio antennas (if installed) often mounted to right front fender
References
- ^ Oswald, Werner (2001). Deutsche Autos 1945-1990, vol.3. Stuttgart: Motorbuch Verlag. p. 99. ISBN 3-613-02131-5.
- ^ All dates in this paragraph according to: Oswald, Werner (2001). Deutsche Autos 1945-1990, vol.3. Stuttgart: Motorbuch Verlag. pp. 96–111. ISBN 3-613-02131-5.
- ^ Mike Covello: Standard Catalog of Imported Cars 1946-2002. Krause Publications, Iola 2002, ISBN 0-87341-605-8, p. 539-43.