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1990 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS PREDECESSOR W124

7 trims available · 16–26 MPG · 121–217 HP

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Standout Trims

1990 HIGHLIGHTS

Best Value

300D

Best score/price ratio

MyCar Score™69.5Look Up VIN →
Best Fuel Economy

300D

26 MPG combined

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Most Powerful

300CE

217 HP

MyCar Score™67.5Look Up VIN →

Full History Report

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Trim Levels

ALL 1990 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS PREDECESSOR W124 TRIMS

300D

Top Rated
MyCar Score™69.5

Body

Sedan

MPG

26

HP

121

Drive

rear wheel drive

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300CE

MyCar Score™67.5

Body

Coupe

MPG

17

HP

217

Drive

rear wheel drive

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300E

MyCar Score™66.9

Body

Sedan

MPG

17

HP

177

Drive

rear wheel drive

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300E 2.6

MyCar Score™66.8

Body

Sedan

MPG

18

HP

158

Drive

rear wheel drive

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300E 4MATIC

MyCar Score™66.6

Body

Sedan

MPG

17

HP

177

Drive

all wheel drive

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300TE

MyCar Score™66.4

Body

Wagon

MPG

16

HP

177

Drive

rear wheel drive

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300TE 4MATIC

MyCar Score™66.2

Body

Wagon

MPG

16

HP

177

Drive

all wheel drive

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At a Glance

KEY SPECS

Body Type

Sedan, Coupe, Wagon

MPG Range

16–26 MPG

HP Range

121–217 HP

Fuel Type

diesel fuel

Drive Type

rear wheel drive

Specs: NHTSA vPIC databaseSafety: NHTSA Complaints & RecallsFuel economy: EPAMyCar Score™: mycarneedsthis.com independent rating

Dimensions & Comfort

SPACE & COMFORT

Based on the top-rated 1990 E-Class predecessor W124 trim.

Exterior Dimensions

Length

187.2 in

Width

68.5 in

Height

56.3 in

Wheelbase

110.2 in

Interior Dimensions

Front Headroom

36.9 in

Front Legroom

41.7 in

Rear Headroom

36.9 in

Rear Legroom

33.5 in

Cargo & Capacity

Cargo Space

14.6 cu ft

Safety & Warranty

PROTECTION & COVERAGE

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Overall

Not tested by NHTSA

Open Recalls

None found

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program. nhtsa.gov/ratings

Family & Safety

IS THIS A GOOD FAMILY CAR?

Rear Seat Space

Tight

Rear headroom: 36.9

Rear legroom: 33.5

Car Seat Usability

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    LATCH System

    LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) is required on all US vehicles from 2003 onward.

    Check owner's manual for LATCH anchor availability.

    Cargo & Stroller Space

    14.6 cu ft

    Fits most compact strollers

    Common Questions

    1990 MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS PREDECESSOR W124 FAQ

    How many recalls does a 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 have?

    The 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 has no open recalls on record with NHTSA.

    What is the fuel economy of a 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124?

    The 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 gets 16–26 MPG combined depending on trim level and drivetrain configuration.

    What is the best 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 trim to buy used?

    Based on MyCar Score™ ratings, the 300D trim scores highest at 69.5 out of 100, balancing value, fuel economy, and specifications.

    Is the 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 a good used car?

    The 1990 Mercedes-Benz E-Class predecessor W124 has an average MyCar Score™ of 67 out of 100. MyCar Score™ weighs NHTSA safety ratings, recall history, fuel economy, and value. This is a competitive score for the segment.