Mercedes-Benz E-Class W124/S124/C124/A124 250d (Wagon)
1984–1997 · Cabriolet · Coupe · Sedan · Wagon
Chassis codes: W124 · S124 · C124 · A124
Version
Engine
2.5L 5-cyl · Diesel
Power
113 HP
Torque
173 Nm
Transmission
MANUAL
Drive
RWD
0-100 km/h
16.3 sec
Top Speed
180 km/h
Fuel consumption
7.6 L/100km
Body
Wagon
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Engine overview · 2.5L 5-cyl DIESEL
the listed 1993–1996 S124 wagon’s five-cylinder diesel is an older, serviceable design whose ownership outlook depends heavily on cooling, fuel-system and cold-start maintenance.
Pros
- Established five-cylinder diesel design
- Generally serviceable mechanical systems
Cons
- Age-related wear can dominate ownership costs
- Cold-start hardware needs careful maintenance
- Cooling neglect can have serious consequences
Common problems & ownership concerns
Potential impact: Low · Medium · High. This describes possible consequences, not fault likelihood.
- Cold-start and glow-plug system wearMedium
- Injection-system seal and delivery wearMedium
- Cooling-system deterioration and overheating riskHigh
- Timing-chain and valvetrain wearMedium
Maintenance
Follow the exact Mercedes-Benz schedule and lubricant specification; maintain coolant, fuel-filter, glow-system and leak checks using VIN or engine-number confirmation.
These are general ownership concerns, not a diagnosis. Equipment and engine details vary by version and production date.
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