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1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class 500E Sedan

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1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class
500E Sedan
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$80,400
2 listings nationwide

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2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 300 4MATIC Cabriolet AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$58,500

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1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class
500E Sedan

For 1993, Mercedes-Benz expanded its 500-Class line by introducing the next-generation 500SEC Coupe, which joined two sedans (the 500E and 500SEL) and the 500SL convertible. Like th...

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2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class
500E Sedan
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Alexander 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class 500E SedanReview:

Cool Car — It is pretty old so i have to think about getting a new one. It has lasted me a long time and thats...

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2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 300 4MATIC Cabriolet AWD
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Specs

1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class
500E Sedan
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 300 4MATIC Cabriolet AWD
Powertrain 4-Speed Automatic 9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
14 MPG
--
Fuel Economy, Highway
18 MPG
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Fuel Tank Volume 23 gal 17.4 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
315 hp @ 5,600 RPM
255 hp @ 5,800 RPM
Torque
347 lb-ft @ 3,900 RPM
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 RPM
Cylinders
8 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
11:1
10.5:1
Displacement
5,000 cc
2,000 cc
Bore x Stroke
3.8 in x 3.35 in
3.27 in x 3.62 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags -- Standard
Rear Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags -- Standard
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional --
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
Cassette Player Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 4 seats
Front Legroom 41.5 in 42 in
Back Legroom 33.5 in 32 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume -- 8.8 cu ft
Maximum Payload -- 882 lbs
Exterior
Length 187.2 in 184.5 in
Width 70.7 in 79.4 in
Height 55.4 in 55.4 in
Wheelbase 110.2 in 111.8 in

Available Options

1993 Mercedes-Benz 500-Class
500E Sedan
2023 Mercedes-Benz C-Class
C 300 4MATIC Cabriolet AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Black
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • Lunar Blue Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Starling Blue Metallic

Option Packages

  • AMG Line
  • Driver Assistance Package
  • Head-Up Display
  • Led Intelligent Light System
  • Multimedia Package
  • Parking Assistance Package
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Cranberry Red, Leather Upholstery
  • Porcelain/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Saddle Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Wheels: 19" AMG MULTISPOKE
  • Wheels: 19" AMG MULTISPOKE W/Black Accents
  • Wheels: 19" AMG Twin 5-Spoke W/Black Accents

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