Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz

The history of Mercedes-Benz starts at the turn of the 20th century. The company&#39;s lineage begins with <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/benz-cie/">Benz &amp; Cie</a> and the Daimler Motor Corporation (DMG). Daimler introduced the Mercedes 35hp, an automobile named after the daughter of DMG dealer and associate Emil Jellinek, setting the precedent for the use of the name. In 1926, DMG and Benz merged to create Mercedes-Benz, with their first car released in the same year. In the years since its creation, Mercedes-Benz has become one of the world&#39;s premier automotive manufacturers, known for their high level of engineering as well as their luxury. The company also has a prestigious racing history, have participated in all sorts of motorsport competitions, and achieved notable victories in Formula 1 and Le Mans. Just a few of the company&#39;s&nbsp;storied historical models include the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/300-sl-gullwing/">300 SL Gullwing</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/540k/">540K</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/600/">600</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w112/">300 SE</a>. Among the more notable modern cars are the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sls/">SLS</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/slr-mclaren/">SLR McLaren</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/clk/clk-gtr/">CLK GTR</a>. Mercedes also continues to push forward with modern engineering, pursuing hybrid technologies with many of their new models, including the upcoming Formula 1 engined Mercedes-AMG Project One supercar.

The history of Mercedes-Benz starts at the turn of the 20th century. The company's lineage begins with Benz & Cie and the Daimler Motor…

The Sprinter is a small commercial vehicle sold by Mercedes-Benz since 1995. Over the course of production, the Sprinter has seen three generations as well as numerous configurations, including a high roof configuration as well as a 4x4 configuration. Available with gasoline or diesel engines, the Sprinter is highly adaptable, seeing its uses range from executive limousines to police vans and everything in between.

The Sprinter is a small commercial vehicle sold by Mercedes-Benz since 1995. Over the course of production, the Sprinter has seen three…

Sprinter

Mercedes-Benz 24/100/140 PS

Originally a model introduced by Daimler (DMG), the 24/100/140 PS became known as the Mercedes-Benz Typ 630 when Daimler merged with <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/benz-cie/">Benz &amp; Cie</a> in 1926. In accordance with German naming conventions at the time, the 24 referred to the tax horsepower, where 100/140 referred to the actual horsepower. Due the model being fitted with an engageable supercharger, 100 refers to the standard horsepower, while 140 is the supercharged horsepower. This power came from a supercharged 6.3L inline 6 engine. A high performance variant of the Typ 630 was known as the Modell K was released in 1926. It featured a shorted chassis in an open top configuration, and in 1928, it received a power upgrade. In this configuration it is common to see the Modell K listed as the 24/110/160 PS. Production of the Typ 630 ended in 1929.

Originally a model introduced by Daimler (DMG), the 24/100/140 PS became known as the Mercedes-Benz Typ 630 when Daimler merged with Benz &…

24/100/140 PS

Mercedes-Benz 15/70/100 PS

The Mercedes-Benz 15/70/100 PS was one of two Daimler models that survived the Daimler-Benz merger. Originally introduced as the 15/70/100 PS, after the merger, the model became officially known as the Mercedes-Benz Typ 400, although it is still common to see it named the Mercedes 15/70/100 PS until the end of its production in 1929. The Typ 400 was fitted with a supercharged 4.0L inline 6 engine and was available in hard and open top body styles, as well as a rolling chassis in order to be bodied by coachbuilders.

The Mercedes-Benz 15/70/100 PS was one of two Daimler models that survived the Daimler-Benz merger. Originally introduced as the 15/70/100…

15/70/100 PS

Mercedes-Benz S-Series

Mercedes-Benz introduced their first sports car in 1926 with the Type S. The Type S would form the basis for the W06 platformed series of performance cars which would include the Type S, Type SS, Type SSK, and Type SSKL. These famous performance cars would set a benchmark of performance and speed which established Mercedes-Benz as a serious competitor in motorsport as well as luxury. These cars were powered by a supercharged inline 6, offered in 6.8L or 7.1L displacement. Less than 300 examples of all W06 cars were built before the end of production in 1932.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their first sports car in 1926 with the Type S. The Type S would form the basis for the W06 platformed series of…

S-Series

Mercedes-Benz 8/38

One of the first cars released under the name Mercedes-Benz was the 8/38. Introduced in 1926, the 8/38 was based on the W02 platform and named in convention with German standards, where the 8 stands for tax horsepower, and the 38 stands for actual horsepower. After this naming convention was ended in the late 1920s, the 8/38 became known as the Typ Stuttgart 200. These cars were available in a variety of body styles including tourenwagen, cabriolet, and sedan. Mercedes-Benz W02 based cars were in production until 1933.

One of the first cars released under the name Mercedes-Benz was the 8/38. Introduced in 1926, the 8/38 was based on the W02 platform and…

8/38

Mercedes-Benz Nürburg

The Mercedes-Benz N&uuml;rburg is a series of luxury cars&nbsp;first introduced in 1928,&nbsp;also known by their chassis designation W08.&nbsp;Two main variants were offered on the W08 chassis: the N&uuml;rburg 460 and the N&uuml;rburg 500. Both cars were offered with straight eight engines in different displacements. A variety of body styles were also offered, including the notable roadster and cabriolet &#39;A.&#39; In 1932, Mercedes changed the model name of the W08, dropping N&uuml;rburg. As the 460 also ended production in 1932, the sole car still in production, the N&uuml;rburg 500 was now known as the Type 500 (Typ in German). Production of the W08 ended in 1939, with 3,824 examples built.

The Mercedes-Benz Nürburg is a series of luxury cars first introduced in 1928, also known by their chassis designation W08. Two main…

Nürburg

Mercedes-Benz Stuttgart 260

Mercedes-Benz followed up their <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/838/">W02 Stuttgart 200 (8/38)</a> with the Stuttgart 260 in 1929. Built on the W11 platform, the Stuttgart 260 was a range of mid size luxury cars fitted with a 2.6L inline 6 engines. The 260 was offered in a variety of body styles, including hard top and open top variants. The Stuttgart 260 was in production until 1934.

Mercedes-Benz followed up their W02 Stuttgart 200 (8/38) with the Stuttgart 260 in 1929. Built on the W11 platform, the Stuttgart 260 was a…

Stuttgart 260

Mercedes-Benz Mannheim

Mercedes-Benz introduced their Mannheim series of cars in 1929. Named after the German city, these luxury grand touring cars were built using two separate chassis designations. While all variants were offered on the W10 platform, a special final run of 380 S variants featured an improved suspension so innovative that Mercedes decided to designate it with its own chassis code, W19. In terms of powerplants, the 350 and 370 variants were fitted with an inline 6, while the 380 variants were powered by a straight eight engine. The Mannheim was in production until 1934.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their Mannheim series of cars in 1929. Named after the German city, these luxury grand touring cars were built…

Mannheim

Mercedes-Benz 770

The Mercedes-Benz 770 was the flagship model for the company between 1930 and 1943. A range of full size luxury cars, the 770 was built across two series. The First Series was built on the W07 platform, and was built between 1930 and 1938. The Second Series was built on the W150 platform, and was built between 1938 and 1943. Both series were offered with different 7.7L straight eight engines, and available with optional superchargers. The 770 is heavily associated with the Third Reich and Nazi Germany as it was used by the leadership of Germany prior to, and during World War 2.

The Mercedes-Benz 770 was the flagship model for the company between 1930 and 1943. A range of full size luxury cars, the 770 was built…

Mercedes-Benz 170

The Mercedes-Benz 170 is a range of cars built by Mercedes-Benz between 1931 and 1955. The first cars to be fitted with the 170 badge were the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/170/type-170/">Type 170 (W15)</a>, this series of cars featured a 1.7L inline six engine and was largely available in hard or open top variants. The Type 170 was succeeded by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/170/170-v/">Mercedes-Benz 170 V (W136)</a>, which featured 1.7L inline four engines. Production of the 170 V was halted during world WW2, but resumed in 1949. The 170 V was then joined by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/170/170-s/">170 S (W136 &amp; W191)</a>. A more upscale model, the 170 S was the last 170 to be built, ending production in 1955. A rear engined model known as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/h/170-h/">170 H</a> was also created, but it features in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/h/">Mercedes-Benz H</a> family.

The Mercedes-Benz 170 is a range of cars built by Mercedes-Benz between 1931 and 1955. The first cars to be fitted with the 170 badge were…

Mercedes-Benz 380

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 380 in 1933. Also known by its designation, W22, the 380 was a luxury grand tourer available in a variety of hardtop and open top body styles. Another common name for the 380 is the 380K, althought this name was never used by Mercedes, this name is due to the supercharger (Kompressor) fitted to certain 380 cars. The 380 was fitted with a 3.8L straight eight engine and was available with an optional supercharger. As the first Mercedes to be fitted with an independent suspension, the 380 was noted for its exceptional handing and ride. The dynamic success of the 380 created a demand for more powerful cars, and in 1934, the company discontinued the 380 in favor of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/500k/">Mercedes-Benz 500K</a>. Due to its limited production time, only 154 were built.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 380 in 1933. Also known by its designation, W22, the 380 was a luxury grand tourer available in a variety of…

Mercedes-Benz 200

Mercedes-Benz unveiled their 200 in 1933. Also known as the W21, the 200 was a series of mid size luxury cars powered by a 2.0L inline 6 engine. These new cars were offered as sedans, cabriolets, and roadsters in short or long wheelbase versions. One of the notable body styles produced was the Sonnenschein-Limousine, which featured a full length sunroof. For 1936, the last year of production, a larger engined 230 was offered using the W21 chassis.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled their 200 in 1933. Also known as the W21, the 200 was a series of mid size luxury cars powered by a 2.0L inline 6…

Mercedes-Benz 290

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the 290 in 1933. Commonly known as the W18, the 290 was offered in a variety of body styles, as well as short and long wheelbase versions. The 290 was fitted with a 2.9L inline six engine that initially produced 59hp, yet in 1935 was uprated and produced 67hp. Like many cars at the time the 290 was also offered as a chassis to be bodied by coachbuilders. The 290 was in production until 1937, when it was replaced by the Mercedes-Benz 320.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the 290 in 1933. Commonly known as the W18, the 290 was offered in a variety of body styles, as well as short and…

Mercedes-Benz 500K

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 500K in 1936. The successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/380/">Mercedes-Benz 380</a>, the 500K emphasized luxury and performance. Using the highly successful independent suspension first debuted on the 380, the 500K featured exemplary ride and handling. Power was provided by a supercharged 5.0L straight eight engine producing 160hp. This power coupled with the ability and refinement of the chassis and suspension combined to make a truly world class car. The 500K was available in various body styles, including coupe, sedan, various convertible options, and the top of the line Special Roadster. A limited production model with only 320 examples produced, the 500K was available until 1936 when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/540k/">Mercedes-Benz 540K</a>.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 500K in 1936. The successor to the Mercedes-Benz 380, the 500K emphasized luxury and performance. Using the…

500K

Mercedes-Benz H

Mercedes-Benz produced a range of rear engined cars between 1934 and 1939. These cars are designated &#39;H&#39; as rear in German is Heck. Three rear engined models were created: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/h/130-h/">130H</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/h/150-h/">150H</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/h/170-h/">170H</a>. These modes each saw significantly less production than their front engined counterparts, making them a rare find.

Mercedes-Benz produced a range of rear engined cars between 1934 and 1939. These cars are designated 'H' as rear in German is Heck. Three…

Mercedes-Benz 260 D

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 260 D in 1936. Also known by its designation, W138, the 260 D was one of the first diesel cars to be produced in a series. 260 D cars were offered as sedans, cabriolets, and landaulettes, and were fitted with a 2.6L inline 4 diesel engine. Production of the 260 D ended in 1940.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 260 D in 1936. Also known by its designation, W138, the 260 D was one of the first diesel cars to be produced…

260 D

Mercedes-Benz 540K

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 540K in 1936. Also known as the W29, the 540K was one of the company&#39;s most prestigious models. As the successor to the famed <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/500k/">500K</a>, the 540K surpassed the previous model in power and prestige. A series of grand tourers, 540Ks were offered in a variety of open top and hard top variants. As was common at the time, the chassis and drivetrain was sold on its own to be bodied by coachbuilders. The 540K was powered by a supercharged 5.4L straight eight engine which when engaged produced a top output of 180hp. Due to WW2, the 540K chassis ended production in 1940, but the already built chassis continued to be bodied and final production ended in 1943.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the 540K in 1936. Also known as the W29, the 540K was one of the company's most prestigious models. As the…

540K

Mercedes-Benz 230

Mercedes-Benz introduced their 230 range of cars in 1937. 230s were built across two different chassis, the W143 and the W153. Cars built on the W143 platform were regarded as more entry level, while W153 cars were more refined and featured a more modern body. Both chassis were fitted with 2.3L inline 6 engines, but the W153 received a marginally larger unit. A notable variant known as the 230 N was built on a shortened W143 frame. Available in a variety of body styles, the Mercedes-Benz 230 series of cars were built until 1943.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their 230 range of cars in 1937. 230s were built across two different chassis, the W143 and the W153. Cars built…

Mercedes-Benz 320

In 1937, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 320. As the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/290/">Mercedes-Benz 290</a>, the 320 was a series of luxury cars available in a variety of body styles. Also known as the W142, Mercedes 320 cars were available as coupes, cabriolets, and sedans, built on a choice of three different length chassis. The most striking, and expensive, of these body types was the Stromlinien-Limousine, which featured streamlined bodywork on the longer W124/II chassis. The Mercedes 320 was also sold just as a chassis, in order to be bodied by coachbuilders. The 320 was powered by a 3.2L inline 6 engine until 1938, when a larger 3.4L unit was fitted to the cars. This new 3.4L engine had no change in power, instead, it featured a higher compression ratio that enabled it to function using coal based fuels as the prospect of fuel shortages grew prior to WW2. Production of the 320 ended in 1942, with 5,211 examples built. An additional 1,806 W142 based Germany military &#39;K&uuml;belwagen&#39; examples were also produced before the end of production.

In 1937, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 320. As the successor to the Mercedes-Benz 290, the 320 was a series of luxury cars available in a…

Mercedes-Benz 170 SV

The Mercedes-Benz 170SV was a limited production model built by Mercedes-Benz between 1938 and 1939. A cross country roadster, the 170SV acheived success in certain motorsports events, but the car was never available to the public as it was a Third Reich project to develop a capable offroad car. The 170SV was built on the same chassis (W149) as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/200-v/">Mercedes-Benz 200V</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz 170SV was a limited production model built by Mercedes-Benz between 1938 and 1939. A cross country roadster, the 170SV…

170 SV

Mercedes-Benz 200 V

The Mercedes-Benz 200 V was&nbsp;produced between 1938 and 1939 using the W149 chassis. Two models were created on that chassis, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/170sv/">170SV</a>, which was an reinforced offroad focused cross country roadster, and the 200V, an onroad roadster. These cars were never sold directly to the public due to their involvement in Third Reich war research.

The Mercedes-Benz 200 V was produced between 1938 and 1939 using the W149 chassis. Two models were created on that chassis, the 170SV,…

200 V

Mercedes-Benz Unimog

The Unimog is a all terrain vehicle produced by Daimler AG and sold under the Mercedes-Benz brand. Production of the Unimog started in 1948 by Boehringer until Damiler acquired the brand and put the Unimog into its model range in 1950. Highly adaptable, the Unimog can be found around the world in many uses, from agriculture to emergency services.

The Unimog is a all terrain vehicle produced by Daimler AG and sold under the Mercedes-Benz brand. Production of the Unimog started in 1948…

Unimog

Mercedes-Benz 220 - W187

Mercedes-Benz introduced their 220 model in 1951. Also known as the W187, the 220 was available in four different body styles: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/220/saloon/">220 Saloon</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/220/cabriolet-a/">220 Cabriolet A</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/220/cabriolet-b/">220 Cabriolet B</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/220/coupe/">220 Coupe</a>. All 220 cars were fitted with Mercedes&#39; M180 2.2L straight six engine, producing 79hp. While the 220 Saloon and 220 Cabriolet B ended production in 1954, the Cabriolet B and Coupe continued production until 1955.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their 220 model in 1951. Also known as the W187, the 220 was available in four different body styles: 220 Saloon,…

220 - W187

Mercedes-Benz 300 - Adenauer

The Mercedes-Benz 300 was introduced in 1951. Also known as the Type 300, the 300 was a luxury four door car that represented one of Mercedes&#39; most advanced and refined cars of the era. The 300 was built over two chassis, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/300/w186/">W186</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/300/w189/">W189</a>. The W186 was the first 300 offered, with three main variants over the course of its production. In 1957, the W189 was introduced, this 300 was known as the 300d and was offered on a lengthened platform. The Mercedes-Benz 300 is commonly referred to as the Adenauer, after the German chancellor Konrad Adenauer, who used the cars extensively&nbsp;during his tenure.

The Mercedes-Benz 300 was introduced in 1951. Also known as the Type 300, the 300 was a luxury four door car that represented one of…

300 - Adenauer

Mercedes-Benz 300 S - All Variants

The Mercedes-Benz 300 S was introduced in 1951. As Mercedes&#39; top of the line model during its production, the 300 S represented the pinnacle of automotive engineering, refinement, and luxury. Many of the advancements of the 300 S were implemented in the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/">300 SL</a>, such as the chassis, the engine, and the suspension. The 300 S was offered in three different variants over the course of its production: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/300-s/s/">300 S</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/300-s/sb/">300 Sb</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/300-s/sc/">300 Sc</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz 300 S was introduced in 1951. As Mercedes' top of the line model during its production, the 300 S represented the…

300 S - All Variants

300 S

Mercedes-Benz E

The Mercedes-Benz E series of mid size luxury cars was first introduced in 1953. Over the years, numerous generations and variants have been produced, and in 1993, Mercedes renamed this series of cars the E-Class. Mercedes-Benz E and E-Class cars have been offered in the following generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w120-w121/">W120/W121 (1953-1962)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w110/">W110 (1961-1968)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w114w115/">W114/W115 (1968-1976)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w123/">W123 (1976-1986)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w124/">W124 (1985-1997)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w210/">W210 (1996-2003)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w211/">W211 (2003-2009)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w212/">W212 (2010-2017)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/e/w213/">W213 (2017-2020)</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz E series of mid size luxury cars was first introduced in 1953. Over the years, numerous generations and variants have…

Mercedes-Benz SL

When Mercedes-Benz introduced the SL in 1954, even they could not have predicted the impact the model would have on the automotive world. SL cars are 2 door grand tourers that were briefly offered as coupes, yet quickly became convertibles offered with detachable hardtops and later available with a retractable roof options. In production for over 60 years, the SL has seen seven generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/">W198 (1954-1963)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w121/">W121 (1955-1963)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/">W113 (1963-1971)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r107-c107/">R107-C107 (1971-1989)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r129/">R129 (1989-2002)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r230/">R230 (2002-2012)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r231/">R231 (2012-2020)</a>. As one of Mercedes&#39; longest running models, the SL has seen some exceptional cars throughout its production, such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/300-sl-gullwing/">300 SL Gullwing</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w113/280-sl-pagoda/">280 SL &#39;Pagoda&#39;</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/r230/sl-65-amg-black-series/">SL 65 AMG Black Series</a>.

When Mercedes-Benz introduced the SL in 1954, even they could not have predicted the impact the model would have on the automotive world.…

Mercedes-Benz S

The Mercedes-Benz S is one of the most influential cars ever made.&nbsp;The S is mainly a 4 door luxury sedan, yet has also been offered as a coupe or convertible in certain generations. As one of Mercedes&#39; flagship models, the S has introduced groundbreaking safety innovations, as well as established a standard of engineering and refinement that many other marques measure up to. While only officially christened as the S-Class in 1973, S models trace their origin to 1954. The Mercedes-Benz S lineage is as follows: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w180/">W180 (1954-1959)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w128/">W128 (1958-1960)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w111/">W111 (1959-1971)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w112/">W112 (1961-1967)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w108w109/">W108/W109 (1965-1973)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w116/">W116 (1973-1980)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w126/">W126 (1980-1991)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w140/">W140 (1992-1999)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w220/">W220 (2000-2006)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w221/">W221 (2007-2013)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/s/w222/">W222 (2014-2020)</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz S is one of the most influential cars ever made. The S is mainly a 4 door luxury sedan, yet has also been offered as a…

Mercedes-Benz 219

Part of the &quot;Ponton&quot; family of cars, the W105 was introduced in 1956. The only W105 variant made was the 219. Powered by a 2.2L inline 6 engine, the W105 was produced until 1959.

Part of the "Ponton" family of cars, the W105 was introduced in 1956. The only W105 variant made was the 219. Powered by a 2.2L inline 6…

Mercedes-Benz 600

The Mercedes-Benz 600 was a series of ultra luxury sedans and limousines produced between 1963 and 1981. Also known as the W100, the cars were offered as either short or long wheelbase variants. The standard <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/600/600-swb/">600 Sedan</a> used the short wheelbase, while the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/600/600-pullman/four-door-pullman/">600 Four-Door Pullman</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/600/600-pullman/six-door-pullman/">600 Six-Door Pullman</a> used the long wheelbase. All Mercedes 600 cars were fitted with the company&#39;s M100 6.3L V8 engine.

The Mercedes-Benz 600 was a series of ultra luxury sedans and limousines produced between 1963 and 1981. Also known as the W100, the cars…

Mercedes-Benz G

Initially created as a military-specific car, the Gel&auml;ndewagen, also known as the G-Wagen and G-Class, is an SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz. A civilian version of the military G-Wagen was introduced in 1979, and since then has been produced in three generations: the first generation is the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/g/460/">460</a>, the second generation is the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/g/463/">463</a>, and the third generation is the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/g/w463/">W463</a>. The G-Class is one of Mercedes-Benz&#39;s longest running models, second only to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/unimog/">Unimog</a>. Over the course of its production, the G-Wagen has featured numerous engines and configurations, including the outlandish <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/g/463/g63-6x6/">G63 AMG 6x6</a>.

Initially created as a military-specific car, the Geländewagen, also known as the G-Wagen and G-Class, is an SUV produced by Mercedes-Benz.…

Mercedes-Benz 190

The Mercedes-Benz 190 was the company&#39;s first compact luxury car. Introduced in 1983, the 190 is known internally at Mercedes as the W201, and was available with carbureted, fuel injected, or diesel engines. The carbureted version was designated the 190, the fuel injected version was designated the 190 E, and the diesel was designated the 190 D. The predecessor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/">C-Class</a>, the 190 was meant to be an entry-level Mercedes-Benz. In production until 1993, the 190 saw numerous models, notable among which are the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/190/25-16-evolution-i/">2.5-16 Evolution I</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/190/25-16-evolution-ii/">2.5-16 Evolution II</a>.

The Mercedes-Benz 190 was the company's first compact luxury car. Introduced in 1983, the 190 is known internally at Mercedes as the W201,…

Mercedes-Benz CL

Mercedes-Benz introduced the CL-Class in 1996. These cars were coupe versions of the W140 S-Class, renamed starting in 1996. These luxurious grand tourers offered performance and refinement regardless of final specification. Over the course of production, the CL saw three distinct generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cl/c140/">C140 (1992-1999)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cl/c215/">C215 (2000-2006)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cl/c216/">C216 (2007-2014)</a>. Mercedes discontinued use of the CL name, returning to S Coup&eacute; designation.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the CL-Class in 1996. These cars were coupe versions of the W140 S-Class, renamed starting in 1996. These…

Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz introduced their C-Class in late 1993. Created as a follow up to the 190 (W201), the C-Class is Mercedes&#39; compact luxury car. The C-Class has seen four generations produced: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/w202/">W202</a> (1993-2000), the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/w203/">W203</a> (2001-2007), the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/w204/">W204</a> (2008-2014), and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/w205/">W205</a> (2015-2020).

Mercedes-Benz introduced their C-Class in late 1993. Created as a follow up to the 190 (W201), the C-Class is Mercedes' compact luxury car.…

C-Class

Mercedes-Benz SLK

In 1996, Mercedes-Benz introduced their new roadster, the SLK. This new compact roadster featured a folding hardtop roof throughout the course of its production. The SLK was produced in three distinct generations, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/slk/r170/">R170&nbsp;(1996-2004)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/slk/r171/">R171&nbsp;(2005-2010)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/slk/r172/">R172&nbsp;(2011-2020)</a>. Available with a range of inline-4, V6, and V8 engines of the course of its life, the SLK could range from a relaxed daily driver to a roaring performance car. In 2016, Mercedes changed the name of the SLK to SLC until announcing the end the model in 2020.

In 1996, Mercedes-Benz introduced their new roadster, the SLK. This new compact roadster featured a folding hardtop roof throughout the…

Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Mercedes-Benz introduced their M-Class for the model year 1998. A mid size luxury SUV, the M-Class was known as the ML due to BMW using the M designation for the motorsports models. The M-Class has featured 4 distinct generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/ml/w163/">W163 (1998-2005)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/ml/w164/">W164 (2006-2011)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/ml/w166/">W166 (2012-2019)</a>, and the V167 (2020-onwards). In 2015, Mercedes-Benz changed the designation of their M-Class models to GLE, placing it between the GLC and the GLS models.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their M-Class for the model year 1998. A mid size luxury SUV, the M-Class was known as the ML due to BMW using the…

M-Class

Mercedes-Benz - R-Class

The Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a 5-door MPV introduced in 2006. The R-Class was offered with either a V6 or V8 engine, as well as an AMG variant. Production of the R-Class continued until 2013, when worldwide production ceased, however, due to a strong demand from the Chinese market, the R is still being made exclusively for their market.

The Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a 5-door MPV introduced in 2006. The R-Class was offered with either a V6 or V8 engine, as well as an AMG…

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Mercedes-Benz CLK

In 1997, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the CLK. Based on the C-Class, the CLK was introduced as a mid-size, entry-level luxury car. Produced over two distinct generations (C208, C209), the CLK was available as a coupe or convertible, and was offered with three different engines over the course of production (I4, V6, V8). Two AMG performance variants were available, as well as an even more focused Black version. Notable special editions include the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/clk/clk-dtm/">CLK DTM</a> as well as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/clk/clk-gtr/">CLK GTR</a>.

In 1997, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the CLK. Based on the C-Class, the CLK was introduced as a mid-size, entry-level luxury car. Produced over…

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz introduced the SLR in 2003. The result of a collaboration between Mercedes and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mclaren/">McLaren</a>, the 2 seat grand tourer was named in honor of the famed Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR racing car. Powered by a 5.4L supercharged V8 engine, the SLR produced over 600hp and could reach speeds in excess of 200mph. The SLR was available as a coupe or a roaster, and was later offered in 722 and Sir Stirling Moss trim. By the end of production, a total of 2,157 examples were built.

Mercedes-Benz introduced the SLR in 2003. The result of a collaboration between Mercedes and McLaren, the 2 seat grand tourer was named in…

SLR McLaren

Mercedes-Benz CLS

In 2004, Mercedes-Benz introduced the CLS-Class. This new class of cars are 4 door cars, but styled to look like a fastback coupe. The CLS-Class has been produced in three generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cls/w219/">W219 (2004-2010)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cls/w218/">W218 (2010-2018)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/cls/c257/">C257 (2018-2020)</a>. Each generation features at least one AMG variant as well as diesel versions.

In 2004, Mercedes-Benz introduced the CLS-Class. This new class of cars are 4 door cars, but styled to look like a fastback coupe. The CLS-…

Mercedes-Benz GL / GLS

In 2007, Mercedes-Benz introduced their new full size SUV, the GL. A seven seat car, the GL was created to be Mercedes&#39; range topping SUV, putting it above the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/ml/">ML-Class</a>. The GL-Class has seen three generations: the X164 (2007-2012), the X166 (2013-2019), and the X176 (2020 onwards). In 2016, Mercedes changed their model naming system and renamed the GL-Class the GLS-Class.

In 2007, Mercedes-Benz introduced their new full size SUV, the GL. A seven seat car, the GL was created to be Mercedes' range topping SUV,…

GL / GLS

Mercedes-Benz GLK

Mercedes-Benz introduced their new compact SUV, the GLK for the 2009 model year. The GLK is heavily based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/c/w204/">W204 C-Class</a> both mechanically and stylistically. Sharing the same platform as the W204, the GLK was available as a front wheel drive car, or a 4 wheel drive car when fitted with the 4Matic system. The GLK was renamed&nbsp;the GLC in 2015.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their new compact SUV, the GLK for the 2009 model year. The GLK is heavily based on the W204 C-Class both…

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was introduced in 2010. The spiritual successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sl/w198/">300 SL</a>, the SLS was available as a gullwing coupe initially, with a roadster variant added in 2011. Powered by a naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 engine, the SLS featured supercar power, with the top of the line Black Series producing 622hp. Over the course of production, the SLS AMG saw numerous special editions made, including the Black Series, the Matte Edition, and the GT Final Edition. Built until 2014, over 10,000 SLS AMG&#39;s were built worldwide.

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was introduced in 2010. The spiritual successor to the 300 SL, the SLS was available as a gullwing coupe…

SLS AMG

Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class

Mercedes-Benz introduced their new subcompact luxury model, the CLA in 2013. Originally available as a 4-door coupe, the CLA saw a 5-door shooting brake join the model range in 2015. The CLA is offered with an inline-4 engine with one or two turbos, as well as various states of tuning. The top of the line model for the CLA is the CLA45 AMG.

Mercedes-Benz introduced their new subcompact luxury model, the CLA in 2013. Originally available as a 4-door coupe, the CLA saw a 5-door…

CLA-Class

Mercedes-AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a sports car introduced by Mercedes-Benz in 2015. Like the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/sls/">SLS</a>, the AMG GT is developed entirely in house at AMG. Available as either a coupe or a roadster, the GT is powered by a twin turbo V8 engine, and comes in various stages of tune, with the GT R being the top model.&nbsp;

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a sports car introduced by Mercedes-Benz in 2015. Like the SLS, the AMG GT is developed entirely in house at AMG.…

AMG GT

Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door

Mercedes-Benz introduced a 4 door version of its <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercedes-benz/amg-gt/">AMG GT</a> for the 2019 model year. The Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coup&eacute; is named after the AMG GT, yet it is based on the CLS-Class and the E-Class. Variants include the GT 53, and the GT 63S.

Mercedes-Benz introduced a 4 door version of its AMG GT for the 2019 model year. The Mercedes-AMG GT 4 Door Coupé is named after the AMG…

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter(1995 to 2020)

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