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1957 Mercedes-Benz Typ 300 (W189) Photos, engines & full specs

Segment: Upper Premium
Production years: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962

MERCEDES BENZ Typ 300 "Adenauer" (W189) 1957-1962 14 Photos
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In 1957 Mercedes-Benz heavily upgraded Typ 300 limousine, and built its new flagship model on top of a platform known as W189.

Mercedes-Benz's flagship model had to be changed after six years on the market. Even though it sported a similar shape, the new vehicle was built on top of a new platform with a long wheelbase and additional amenities. Still, the drivetrain was carried over from the W186, but it kept the same "Adenauer" nickname, honoring the chancellor who put Germany back on the map after WWII.

With its flared wheel arches visually extended over the front doors, the Typ 300 D was a luxurious vehicle. At the front, the car kept a similar front fascia as the W186, with a tilted radiator grille and new round headlights. In addition, the automaker installed parking lights on the front fenders, located between the chromed bumper and the headlights' trims. From its profile, the 1957 model featured a faux-cabriolet shape with a retractable B-post. At the back, the car sported small taillights on the large quarter panels.

Inside, Mercedes-Benz created a luxurious cabin with wood trims on the dashboard and door cards. At the front, there was a benchseat for two, while in the back, the bench was fit for three, even though it was profiled for just two persons.

The three-pointed star brand made a significant upgrade for the inline-six powerplant installed in the car, with the addition of a Bosch fuel-injection system. Thanks to this, it managed to squeeze 160 European ponies (158 hp) from the three-liter engine. Power went to the rear axle via a three-speed automatic or a four-speed manual.

MERCEDES BENZ Typ 300 "Adenauer" (W189) 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962
  1 gasoline engine
  • 300 d 3MT (160 HP)

MERCEDES BENZ Typ 300 "Adenauer" (W189)
300 d 3MT (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 300 d 3MT (160 HP)
Cylinders:L6
Displacement:2996 cm3
Power:118 KW @ 5300 RPM
160 HP @ 5300 RPM
158 BHP @ 5300 RPM
Torque:177 lb-ft @ 4200 RPM
240 Nm @ 4200 RPM
Fuel System:Mechanical Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:103 mph (166 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):18 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Rear Wheel Drive
Gearbox:3-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Drums
Rear:Ventilated Drums
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:7.60 S 15
DIMENSIONS
Length:204.3 in (5189 mm)
Width:73.2 in (1859 mm)
Height:63.8 in (1621 mm)
Front/rear Track:58.3/60 in (1,481/1,524 mm)
Wheelbase:124 in (3150 mm)
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:4299 lbs (1950 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:5401 lbs (2450 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
Combined:14.9 mpg US (15.8 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:376 g/km
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