Mercedes-Benz W123 Sedan All photos (4)
Mercedes-Benz W123 · Sedan · 1975–1986

Mercedes-Benz W123 230 2.3 MT 109 HP

GasolineManual, 4 gearsRear drive
Power
81 hp · 60 kW
Torque
174 Nm
0–100 km/h
18.0 s
Top speed
148 km/h
Other versions of this body · 42
230 2.3 AT 109 HP 230 2.3 AT 136 HP 230 2.3 MT 109 HP 230 2.3 MT 136 HP 240 2.4 AT 65 HP 240 2.4 AT 68 HP All versions →

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
148 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
18 s
Fuel tank
53 l

Engine

2,370 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Displacement
2,370 cm³
Max power
60 kW / 81 hp
Torque
174 Nm at 2300 rpm
Fuel
A92
Fuel system
Carburetor
Turbo
No
Engine position
Opposed
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
2
Valvetrain
OHV
Bore
87.3 mm
Stroke
66 mm
Compression ratio
8

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
4

Dimensions and capacity

class C
Body type
Cabrio
Doors
2
Seats
4
Length
4,572 mm
Width
1,702 mm
Height
1,308 mm
Wheelbase
2,743 mm
Front track
1,384 mm
Rear track
1,384 mm
Ground clearance
152 mm
Kerb weight
1,250 kg
Turning circle
12 m

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Front brakes
Drums
Rear brakes
Drums
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring