Mercedes S 320 1998

Mercedes S class 1998 3.2 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes S 320 1998 has been produced from October, 1998 to September, 2002. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 224 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 315 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 18-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes S class 3.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes S 320 1998 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes S 320 1998 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 240 km/h.

Mercedes S 320 1998 fuel consumption is 11.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (8.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 17.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

Mercedes S class 1998

Mercedes S 320 1998 technical data

Model: Mercedes S 320 1998
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1998. October ... 2002. September 
Engine: 3199 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 275 g/km
Power: 224 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 315 NM ON 3000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 240 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 11.5 (combined) 17.1 (urban) 8.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.6 l/100km (20.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 88 litres (23.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.04m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters
Gross weight: 2100 kg

Mercedes S 320 1998 engine M112 E32

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 3199 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 89.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 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 S 320 1998 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 190 - 224 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 270 - 315 NM ON 3000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 10 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Chrysler Crossfire and 5 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes S class sedan [1998 - 2002] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption
Mercedes S 320 1998

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.2 Petrol 224 HP 11.5 l/100km
Mercedes S 320 1998 Long

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.2 Petrol 224 HP 11.5 l/100km
Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI Dec 1999 — Sep 2002

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.2 Diesel 197 HP 8.9 l/100km
Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI Jul 2000 — Sep 2002

Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP)

4.0 Diesel 250 HP 9.6 l/100km
Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI Long Jul 2000 — Sep 2002

Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP)

4.0 Diesel 250 HP 9.6 l/100km
Mercedes S 430 1998 4.3 Petrol 279 HP 12.3 l/100km
Mercedes S 430 1998 Long 4.3 Petrol 279 HP 12.3 l/100km
Mercedes S 500 1998 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 13.4 l/100km
Mercedes S 500 1998 Long 5.0 Petrol 306 HP 13.4 l/100km
Mercedes S 55 2001 AMG Jan 2001 — Sep 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds

5.0 Petrol 360 HP 13.4 l/100km
Mercedes S 55 2001 AMG Long Jan 2001 — Sep 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6 seconds

5.0 Petrol 360 HP 13.4 l/100km
Mercedes S 600 1999 Long Dec 1999 — Sep 2002

Most powerfull petrol version (367 HP)

5.8 Petrol 367 HP 13.3 l/100km
Mercedes S class 1998 reviews
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