1979-1992 SE/SEL/SEC OverviewMercedes SE/SEL/SEC Overview (1979 - 1992)
C126 / W126
Tech Specs Summary
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- 109 - 155 mph
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- 6.8 - 15.2 seconds
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- 119 - 296 BHP
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- 20.9 - 29.4 mpg
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- 1,520 - 1,830 kg
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- 510 L (Coupé)
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- 430 L (Saloon)
This generation of the Mercedes SE/SEL/SEC (C126 / W126) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 1979 - 1992. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 119 BHP 3 L Inline 5 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 296 BHP 3.8 L V8 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and semi-trailing arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the SE/SEL/SEC is the Mercedes 560 SEC which scores 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 296 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 180 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes 420 SEC is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 522 miles and can store 510 litres of cargo.