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Mercedes S420 Review, For Sale, Specs, Models & News
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $242,361 and going to $332,760 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Sedan | 3.0L, —, 9 SP AUTO | $242,361 | $332,760 | |
| 2023 | Sedan | 3.0L, —, 9 SP AUTO | — | $340,450 | |
| 2022 | Sedan | 3.0L, Hyb/PULP, 9 SP AUTO | $212,410 | $337,920 | |
| 2021 | Sedan | 2.9L, Diesel, 9 SP AUTO | $179,410 | $392,150 | |
| 2020 | Sedan | 2.9L, Diesel, 9 SP AUTO | $135,850 | $387,530 | |
| 2020 | Coupe | 4.0L, PULP, 9 SP AUTO | $252,120 | $393,140 | |
| 2020 | Convertible | 4.0L, PULP, 9 SP AUTO | $269,610 | $424,270 | |
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Dimensions
The dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz S420 Sedan vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 1486x1886x5113 mm | — | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 1486x1886x5113 mm | — | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 1486x1886x5113 mm | — | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1486x1886x5113 mm | — | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 1486x1886x5113 mm | — | |
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Towing Capacity
The Mercedes-Benz S420 has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 2100kg | 2100kg | |
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Fuel Consumption
The Mercedes-Benz S420 is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by PULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 12.3L/100km for Sedan /PULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | 12.3L/100km | 4.2L | PULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 1998 | Sedan | 12.3L/100km | 4.2L | PULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 12.3L/100km | 4.2L | PULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 12.3L/100km | 4.2L | PULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 12.3L/100km | 4.2L | PULP | 4 SP AUTO | |
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Wheel Size
The Mercedes-Benz S420 has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 16x7.5 inches for Sedan in 1999.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sedan | — | 16x7.5 inches | — | 16x7.5 inches | |
| 1998 | Sedan | — | 16x7.5 inches | — | 16x7.5 inches | |
| 1997 | Sedan | — | 16x7.5 inches | — | 16x7.5 inches | |
| 1996 | Sedan | — | 16x7.5 inches | — | 16x7.5 inches | |
| 1995 | Sedan | — | 16x7.5 inches | — | 16x7.5 inches | |
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