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Mercedes W142 Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1937–1942) — First Generation

The Mercedes W142 offers classic luxury in Cabrio, Limousine and Sedan forms. Your choice of body shapes the experience, from open-air motoring to the shelter of an enclosed cabin.

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Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions

Mercedes W142 engine choices include the gasoline 3.2 MT and 3.4 MT in the Cabrio, with the 3.2 MT also represented in the Limousine. These examples combine a manual transmission with rear-wheel drive. You select gears yourself, matching them to road speed and load to maintain smooth progress.

Cabrio — Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.2 MTGasoline3208 cm³78 hp57 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD
3.4 MTGasoline3405 cm³80 hp58 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD

Limousine — Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions

Limousine Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.2 MTGasoline3208 cm³78 hp57 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD
3.4 MTGasoline3405 cm³80 hp58 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD

Sedan — Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Mercedes W142 Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.2 MTGasoline3208 cm³78 hp57 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD
3.4 MTGasoline3405 cm³80 hp58 kW218 N⋅mManualRWD

Mercedes W142 Dimensions

Cabrio — Mercedes W142 Dimensions

Cabrio Mercedes W142 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.2 MT4700 mm1770 mm1500 mm2880 mm
3.4 MT4700 mm1770 mm1500 mm2880 mm

Limousine — Mercedes W142 Dimensions

Limousine Mercedes W142 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.2 MT5250 mm1770 mm1580 mm3300 mm
3.4 MT5250 mm1770 mm1580 mm3300 mm

Sedan — Mercedes W142 Dimensions

Sedan Mercedes W142 Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
3.2 MT5140 mm1770 mm1580 mm3300 mm
3.4 MT5140 mm1770 mm1580 mm3300 mm