Mercedes-Benz S class III (W140) Facelift Sedan All photos (4)
Mercedes-Benz S class III (W140) Facelift · Sedan · 1994–1999

Mercedes-Benz S class 300 3.0 AT 177 HP

DieselAutomatic, 4 gearsRear drive
Power
177 hp · 130 kW
Torque
330 Nm
0–100 km/h
11.1 s
Top speed
206 km/h
Fuel consumption
10.3 l/100 km
On a full tank
~970 km
Other versions of this body · 9
280 2.8 AT 193 HP 280 2.8 MT 193 HP 300 3.0 AT 177 HP 320 3.2 AT 231 HP 320 3.2 MT 231 HP 350 3.4 AT 150 HP All versions →

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
206 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
11.1 s
Fuel tank
100 l

Engine

OM606.961 · 2,996 cm³
Engine type
Diesel
Engine code
OM606.961
Displacement
2,996 cm³
Max power
130 kW / 177 hp
Torque
330 Nm at 1600 rpm
Fuel system
Diesel
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
87 mm
Stroke
84 mm
Compression ratio
22

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
4

Dimensions and capacity

Body code W140 · class F
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
5,113 mm
Width
1,887 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Wheelbase
3,040 mm
Front track
1,603 mm
Rear track
1,575 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
1,920 kg
Max weight
2,610 kg
Boot space (min)
525 l
Boot space (max)
525 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Tyre size
225/60/R16
Optional tyre sizes
235/50R18 / 255/45R18
Wheel fitment (PCD, CB)
DIA66.6 5x112
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring