Mercedes E 420 1993 (W124)

Mercedes E class 1993 4.2 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes E 420 1993 has been produced from June, 1993 to June, 1995. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.2 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 360 000 to 600 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes E class 4.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes E 420 1993 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes E 420 1993 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes E 420 1993 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 11.8 litres per 100km (8.5 km/l). Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 12.8 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes E class fuel consumption.

Mercedes E class 1993

Mercedes E 420 1993 technical data

Model: Mercedes E 420 1993
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1993. June ... 1995. June 
Engine: 4196 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 279 HP ON 5700 RPM Torque: 400 NM ON 3900 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.8 (combined)
Real fuel consumption: 12.8 l/100km (18.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 90 litres (23.8 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.74m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.2 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 520 litres
Gross weight: 2170 kg

Mercedes E 420 1993 engine M119 E42

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 4196 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78.9 mm
Compression ratio 10 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes E 420 1993 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 12.5 litres (13.2 quarts)
Power 272 - 286 HP ON 5700 RPM
Torque 400 - 410 NM ON 3900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1989
Duration of production 10 years
Engine also used on Mercedes S klase

All Mercedes E class sedan [1993 - 1995] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Mercedes E 200 1993 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 8.6 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1993 Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.0 Petrol 136 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1993 D Jun 1993 — Jun 1995

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 75 HP 6.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 200 1993 D Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.0 Diesel 75 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1993 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.8 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 220 1993 Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.2 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 D Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.5 Diesel 113 HP 7.1 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 D Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.5 Diesel 113 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 TD Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.5 Diesel 126 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 250 1993 TD Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.5 Diesel 126 HP 7.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1993 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 280 1993 Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 2.8 Petrol 193 HP 10.4 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 4Matic 4x4 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.0 Petrol 180 HP 11.3 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.0 Diesel 136 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 D Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.0 Diesel 136 HP 7.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 TD Jun 1993 — Jun 1995

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 300 1993 TD 4Matic 4x4 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995

Most powerfull diesel version (147 HP)

3.0 Diesel 147 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) All wheel
Mercedes E 320 1993 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.0 l/100km Manual (5) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 320 1993 Automatic Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 3.2 Petrol 220 HP 11.2 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 420 1993 Jun 1993 — Jun 1995 4.2 Petrol 279 HP 11.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E 500 1993 Jun 1993 — Oct 1994 5.0 Petrol 320 HP 13.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes AMG E 60 V8 Jan 1993 — Dec 1994

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds

6.0 Petrol 381 HP 11.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Rear wheel
Mercedes E class 1993 reviews
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