Mercedes-Benz 220 1951–1954 car dimensions: 4510 mm long, 1685 mm wide and 1610 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,325 kg.
The cabin offers seating for five with good rear legroom. Standard instruments cover speed, fuel level plus oil and temperature warnings. Heating and ventilation come as standard. A sliding roof is available. No electronic driver aids feature.
The boot holds the spare wheel inside. No volume figures appear in period specifications.
Payload reaches 365 kg based on the 1325 kg kerb weight and 1690 kg gross vehicle weight. Towing is covered in the owner's manual but no capacity ratings are published for the generation.
The cabin offers a generous and elegant feel with comfortable leather seats that provide a sense of coziness. Chrome-framed round gauges sparkle on the stylish dashboard, complemented by a large steering wheel and column-mounted gearshift. Optional features include a fabric sliding roof for open-air driving and a heating system for warmth. A vacuum-tube radio and smoking accessories add to the refined atmosphere, with ample legroom especially for rear passengers and easy access via large doors.
Gasoline engine with 10.9 l/100 km consumption
4-speed manual transmission as standard
Hydraulic four-wheel drum brakes with duplex front
Optional heating system
Safety door locks to prevent accidental opening
Independent front suspension with coil springs and stabilizer
The car runs on gasoline via a single Solex dual downdraught carburetor. Fuel tank capacity starts at 48 liters and increases to 65 liters from early 1952. Consumption stands at 10.9 liters per 100 km under DIN guidelines.
Servicing details are covered in the original owner's manual, which includes maintenance guidance and troubleshooting for minor issues. A factory workshop manual is available for full upkeep of the early 1950s models.
Safety equipment features hydraulic drum brakes on all wheels, with duplex drums at the front to handle the six-cylinder power. Door locks prevent accidental opening. The independent suspension with double wishbones up front and swing axle at the rear aids stable handling.
Keeping the car involves regular attention to the central lubrication system for the front suspension to avoid wear. The solid steel body on oval-tube frame supports long-term ownership when maintained properly, with options like the sliding roof adding practicality.
Length 4510 mm, Width 1685 mm, Height 1610 mm, Wheelbase 2845 mm (220 1951–1954)
Sources: manufacturer data, Mercedes-Benz Public Archive technical data, Brochure confirms core figures.