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Segment: Upper Premium
Production years: 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128) 1954-1959 14 Photos
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The 1954 luxury car from Mercedes-Benz was introduced: the 220, or W180 as it was known in the internal coding system. It was based on a new design concept, in a close relationship with the 180 model.

The design language was drastically changed less than a decade after WWII. The era of flared wheel-arches, tall and narrow engine compartments, and vertically ended cabins was over. The Typ 180 brought a new style, named Ponton, with wider engine compartments and flush fenders and door panels. The trunk started to look different, with a horizontal lid.

The 220 followed the same design cues but in a different size. There was an increase in the wheelbase by 170 mm (6.7”) resulting in 70 mm (2.75”) more legroom for the rear passengers and an extra 100 mm (3.93”) for the engine compartment, needed to accommodate the six-cylinder engine. The hood surrounded the radiator grille almost to the bumper.

The interior was comfortable for up to five passengers. The gear-shift lever was installed onto the steering column and the dashboard featured an elegant look, with a square analog clock in the middle. The instrument panel featured a round speedometer in the center and two pairs of gauges placed symmetrically to the left and right of it. To add more comfort for the driver, there was an option for a hydraulically activated clutch.

The engine compartment was designed for inline-six engines. It all started with a 2.2-liter unit that offered 85 hp, while the top version featured a 115 hp unit from the same displacement, but with the help of a mechanical fuel injection system. All versions featured 4-speed manual gearboxes.

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128) 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
  4 gasoline engines
  • 219 4MT RWD (84 HP)
  • 220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP)
  • 220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP)
  • 220 SE

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128)
219 4MT RWD (84 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 219 4MT RWD (84 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2195 cm3
Power:62 KW @ 4800 RPM
84 HP @ 4800 RPM
83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque:111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:92 mph (148 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):17 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Drums
Rear:Ventilated Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:6.40-13
DIMENSIONS
Length:183.1 in (4651 mm)
Width:68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track:56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:108.3 in (2751 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2777 lbs (1260 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3803 lbs (1725 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:267 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128)
220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2195 cm3
Power:62 KW @ 4800 RPM
84 HP @ 4800 RPM
83 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque:111 lb-ft @ 2400 RPM
150 Nm @ 2400 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:93 mph (150 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):19 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Drums
Rear:Ventilated Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:6.70-13
DIMENSIONS
Length:185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width:68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track:56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:111 in (2819 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2822 lbs (1280 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3814 lbs (1730 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:233 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128)
220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2195 cm3
Power:73 KW @ 4800 RPM
99 HP @ 4800 RPM
98 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque:118 lb-ft @ 3500 RPM
160 Nm @ 3500 RPM
Fuel System:Carburetor
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:4-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Drums
Rear:Ventilated Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:6.70-13
DIMENSIONS
Length:185.6 in (4714 mm)
Width:68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track:56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:111 in (2819 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2921 lbs (1325 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3946 lbs (1790 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:254 g/km

MERCEDES BENZ S-Klasse "Ponton" (W180/W105/W128)
220 SE

ENGINE SPECS - 220 SE
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2195 cm3
Power:85 KW @ 4800 RPM
115 HP @ 4800 RPM
114 BHP @ 4800 RPM
Torque:139 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM
188 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System:Mechanical Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:99 mph (159 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):15 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:Manual, 4 Speed
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Drums
Rear:Ventilated Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:6.70-13
DIMENSIONS
Length:187 in (4750 mm)
Width:68.5 in (1740 mm)
Height:61.4 in (1560 mm)
Front/rear Track:56.3/57.9 in (1,430/1,471 mm)
Wheelbase:111 in (2819 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2965 lbs (1345 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:3990 lbs (1810 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:254 g/km
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