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Mercedes-Benz S 320 L

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 320 L
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3199 ccm (195.20 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power224.10 PS (165 kW or 221 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque315.00 Nm (32.1 kgf-m or 232.3 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed240.0 km/h (149.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1245 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 312 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 300 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1806 kg (3,981.5 pounds)
Overall length5160 mm (203.1 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2830 mm (111.4 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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