Mercedes-Benz C111

Mercedes-Benz C111
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The Mercedes-Benz C111 was a series of experimental automobiles produced by Daimler-Benz in the 1960s and 1970s. The company was experimenting with new engine technologies, including Wankel engines, diesel engines, and turbochargers, and used the basic C111 platform as a testbed. Other experimental features included multi-link rear suspension, gull-wing doors and a luxurious interior with leather trim and air conditioning. The model inspired later Mercedes-Benz Vision One-Eleven from 2023.

Technical data
ManufacturerDaimler

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz C111 (from registration data). 2 variants.

Engine variants for Mercedes-Benz C111
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
2.7 l ยท 5-cylโ€“โ€“113 km/hโ€“โ€“
2.9 l ยท 5-cylโ€“โ€“145 km/hโ€“โ€“

Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Mercedes-Benz C111 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Mercedes-Benz recalls.