Mercedes-Benz W142

Mercedes-Benz W142
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The Mercedes-Benz W 142 was a six-cylinder passenger car launched in February 1937, as a successor to the Mercedes-Benz Typ 290. The car was known by its name Typ 320 at the time of its production and service, but is in retrospect commonly referred to using its Mercedes-Benz works number, "W142", which gives a more unambiguous, unique nomenclature.

Technical data
ManufacturerDaimler

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Mercedes-Benz W142 (from registration data). 2 variants.

Engine variants for Mercedes-Benz W142
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.

Generations

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Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Mercedes-Benz W142 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

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