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1987 Mercedes-Benz 260

US · Compact Cars

The 1987 Mercedes-Benz 260 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.6L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.6L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Combined Economy
19 MPG US (12.4 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
4-speed automatic
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.6L 6-cylinder (FFS)
Displacement2.6 L
Cylinders6
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears4
DrivetrainRWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
City17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)
Highway22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data at the last check. Last checked November 8, 2026.

    Data sources

    • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data
    • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 23, 2026 · US Government public data

    Source checked: October 23, 2026

    Data verified: October 23, 2026

    Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What engine does the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 260 have?

    2.6L 6-cylinder ((FFS)). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

    What is the fuel economy of the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 260?

    Combined fuel economy is 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

    Is the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 260 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

    Drivetrain: RWD.

    Are there recalls for the 1987 Mercedes-Benz 260?

    No recall campaigns were found in NHTSA data when we last checked on November 8, 2026. Recall status can change, so confirm with NHTSA or the manufacturer.