1965-1972 W108 OverviewMercedes W108 Overview (1965 - 1972)
1965 - 1972
Tech Specs Summary
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- 112 - 134 mph
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- 9.0 - 12.8 seconds
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- 128 - 197 BHP
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- 11.7 - 23 mpg
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- 1,440 - 1,705 kg
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- 610 L
The Mercedes W108 was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 1965 - 1972. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Saloon. There are many power levels available from either a 2.5 L Inline 6 petrol engine or 3.5 L V8 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and swing axle rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the W108 is the Mercedes 280 SE 3.5 which scores 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 197 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 127 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 130 mph and gets to 62 mph in 9.0 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes 280 S is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 414 miles and can store 610 litres of cargo.