Segment: Upper Premium
Production years: 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959
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.
ENGINE SPECS - 219 4MT RWD (84 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 92 mph (148 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 17 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Drums |
Rear: | Ventilated Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 6.40-13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2777 lbs (1260 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3803 lbs (1725 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 267 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 220 a 4MT RWD (84 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 19 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Drums |
Rear: | Ventilated Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 6.70-13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2822 lbs (1280 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3814 lbs (1730 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 24 mpg US (9.8 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 233 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 220 S 4MT RWD (99 HP) | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Drums |
Rear: | Ventilated Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 6.70-13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2921 lbs (1325 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3946 lbs (1790 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 254 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 220 SE | |
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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 | |
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Top Speed: | 99 mph (159 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 15 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Manual, 4 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Drums |
Rear: | Ventilated Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 6.70-13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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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 | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2965 lbs (1345 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3990 lbs (1810 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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Combined: | 22 mpg US (10.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 254 g/km |