The 300 SEL is a rear wheel drive Bruno Sacco designed saloon (sedan) automobile with a front mounted engine, from Mercedes-Benz.
The Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL belongs to the V 140 range of cars from Mercedes-Benz.
Its 3.2 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, double overhead camshaft, 6 cylinder that has an output of 227.5 bhp (231 PS/170 kW) of power at 5600 rpm, and maximum torque of 315 N·m (232 lb·ft/32.1 kgm) at 3750 rpm.
A 4 speed automatic transmission delivers the power to the driven wheels.
Maximum speed stated is 225 km/h or 140 mph, officially stated fuel consumption figures are 9.6/11.6/14.5 l/100km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban as per 80/1268/EEC.
Full specs
Body type
4 door sedan/saloon with 4/5 seats
Length
5213 mm
Engine type
naturally aspirated petrol
Engine size
3.2 litre
Cylinders
6, Straight
Power
231 PS / 227.5 bhp / 170 kW @ 5600 rpm
Torque
315 Nm / 232 ft.lb / 32.1 kgm @ 3750 rpm
Acceleration
0-100 km/h 8.9 s
Top speed
225 km/h / 140 mph
Economy
9.6/11.6/14.5 l/100km 90 km/h / 120 km/h / urban as per 80/1268/EEC