Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI

Mercedes S class 1998 4.0 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI has been produced from July, 2000 to September, 2002. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 560 Nm (Newton metres) on 1700 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and GT1749V turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 270 up to 450 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes S class 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 10.5 litres.

Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI fuel consumption is 9.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (10.4 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes S klase 1998 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 14.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes S class 1998

Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2000. July ... 2002. September 
Engine: 3996 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 253 g/km
Power: 250 HP ON 4000 RPM Torque: 560 NM ON 1700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.8 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.6 (combined) 14.2 (urban) 7.0 (highway)
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 400 2000 CDI engine OM628

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 3996 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 18.5 : 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 Common Rail

Common rail fuel injection provides more engine power, is quieter, more environmentally friendly and offers better fuel economy, but is more expensive to maintain and repair.

Mercedes S 400 2000 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts)
Power 250 - 260 HP ON 4000 RPM
Torque 560 NM ON 1700 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes G klase

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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