Mercedes-Benz 500 E 0–60 Times
The Mercedes-Benz 500 E 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 2 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.
The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz 500 E is the 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.50 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 14.10 seconds at 101.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz 500 E is the 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 E Sedan, which took 6.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.70 seconds at 96.9 mph, according to Motor Trend.
Out of all the Mercedes-Benz 500 E tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.90 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.40 seconds at 98.95 mph.
Fastest 0–60
5.50sec
1992 Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
5.90sec
Across 2 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
14.40sec
@ 99.0 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
6.30sec
1993 Sedan
Across 2 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz 500 E ranges from 5.50 to 6.30 seconds 0–60, with a 5.90-second average.
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Mercedes-Benz 500 E 0–60 Times by Generation
1 generation| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W124 | 1985–1995 | 5.90s | 5.50s — 1992 Sedan | 2 | The W124 generation (1985–1995) averaged 5.90 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1992 Sedan at 5.50 seconds. Output was 322 hp across 5.0L V8 configurations. |
W124
1985–1995
Avg 0–60
5.90s
Fastest
5.50s
Tests
2
1992 Sedan
The W124 generation (1985–1995) averaged 5.90 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1992 Sedan at 5.50 seconds. Output was 322 hp across 5.0L V8 configurations.
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Mercedes-Benz 500 E 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
2 tests · 2 years
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1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 E
1 verified run
Avg 0–60
6.30
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
14.70
sec
Recorded Tests
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#02
1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 E Sedan
6.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.70s
¼ mi @ 96.9 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 6.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.9 mph
- Engine
- 5.0L V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 4A
- Horsepower
- 322 hp
- Torque
- 354 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,858 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 12.0 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 14 C / 18 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 2
How we verify Mercedes-Benz 500 E performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz 500 E trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mercedes-Benz 500 E 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Slowest
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Mercedes-Benz 500 E performance FAQs
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The quickest Mercedes-Benz 500 E on record is the 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 E Sedan, which runs 0–60 mph in 5.50 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 14.10 seconds at 101.0 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz 500 E is the 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 E Sedan, which takes 6.30 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 14.70 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 2 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz 500 E reaches 60 mph in 5.90 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 14.40 seconds at roughly 99.0 mph.
We have verified test data for 2 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz 500 E can do, not a single marketing claim.
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