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Mercedes-Benz S-class W140 Facelift (1994–1998) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | S 280 | 5 | 193 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 300 Turbodiesel 5G-TRONIC | 5 | 177 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 320 5G-TRONIC | 4 | 231 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 350 Turbodiesel 4G-TRONIC | 4 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 420 V8 4G-TRONIC | 4 | 279 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 420 V8 5G-TRONIC | 5 | 279 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 500 V8 4G-TRONIC | 4 | 320 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 500 V8 5G-TRONIC | 5 | 320 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 600 V12 5G-TRONIC | 4 | 394 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Mercedes-Benz S-class W140 Facelift overview
The Mercedes-Benz S-class (W140 Facelift) is the 3rd generation of the S-class, built from 1994 to 1998. It is offered as a Sedan with 7 engines (diesel, petrol), from 150 HP to 394 HP. The S 280 (193 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.0 s, reaches a top speed of 215 km/h and is 5113 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz S-class have?
The Mercedes-Benz S-class (W140 Facelift) has 150 HP to 394 HP, depending on the engine: 3.5 Om603 (150 HP), 3.0 Om606 (177 HP), 2.8 M104 (193 HP), 3.2 M104 (231 HP), 4.2 M119 (279 HP), 5.0 M119 (320 HP), 6.0 M120 (394 HP).
What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz S-class?
The Mercedes-Benz S-class is available with 7 engines: 3.5 Om603 (150 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om606 (177 HP, diesel), 2.8 M104 (193 HP, petrol), 3.2 M104 (231 HP, petrol), 4.2 M119 (279 HP, petrol), 5.0 M119 (320 HP, petrol), 6.0 M120 (394 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz S-class?
The Mercedes-Benz S-class is 5113 mm long, 1886 mm wide, 1486 mm tall, with a 3040 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz S-class?
The Mercedes-Benz S-class S 280 (193 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.0 s and has a top speed of 215 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz S-class W140 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1994–1998 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W140 |
| Variant | S 280 (193 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 193 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3750 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 215 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 11.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 11.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M104.944 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2799 cc |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 89.9 mm |
| Stroke | 73.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 7.5 L |
| Coolant | 14.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 5mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 5113 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1886 mm |
| Height | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3040 mm |
| Front track | 1606 mm |
| Rear track | 1579 mm |
| Boot space | 525 L |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1890 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2550 kg |
| Max load | 660 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 15.6 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 100.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 235/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims | 7.5J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 9.8 kg/Hp, 102.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7 kg/Nm, 142.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1994 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1998 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.