Mercedes-Benz S class III (W140) · Sedan Long · 1991–1998

Mercedes-Benz S class 420 Long 4.2 AT 279 HP

GasolineAutomatic, 5 gearsRear drive
Power
279 hp · 205 kW
Torque
400 Nm
0–100 km/h
8.3 s
Top speed
245 km/h
Fuel consumption
12.5 l/100 km
On a full tank
~800 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Top speed
245 km/h
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
8.3 s
Fuel tank
100 l

Engine

M119.971 · 4,196 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
M119.971
Displacement
4,196 cm³
Max power
205 kW / 279 hp
Torque
400 Nm at 3900 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
No
Engine position
V type
Cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
92 mm
Stroke
78.9 mm
Compression ratio
11

Transmission

Drive
Rear
Gearbox
Automatic
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code W140 · class F
Body type
Sedan
Doors
4
Seats
5
Length
5,205 mm
Width
1,887 mm
Height
1,491 mm
Wheelbase
3,140 mm
Front track
1,603 mm
Rear track
1,575 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
2,000 kg
Max weight
2,650 kg
Boot space (min)
525 l
Boot space (max)
525 l

Wheels, brakes and chassis

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