Mercedes S class 1993 Sedan
Driving is nice (when it does not tear)
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This generation of Mercedes S class has been produced from June, 1993 to October, 1998. We can provide information about 20 modifications of this generation. The car has been produced only with classical rear wheel drive.
This Mercedes is available with five petrol engines with displacement from 2.8 to 6.0 litres and power of from 193 to 394 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 3.0 to 3.4 litres and power of from 150 to 177 horsepower. All engines feature a timing chain-driven camshaft, which is considered a more reliable and less maintenance-intensive solution (What is an engine chain and belt?).
The car is available with both manual (2 versions), as well as automatic (18 versions) gearbox.
Mercedes S class 1993 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 11.6 to 15.4 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 9.7 to 10.3 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 1993 sedan petrol engine version is Mercedes S 280 1993, consuming 11.6 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 1993 sedan diesel - Mercedes S 350 1993 TD for 100 kilometers consumes 9.7 liters of diesel.
Mercedes S class 1993 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 311 to 365 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 273 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes S class with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes S 280 1995 which produces an average of 311 grams of CO2 per kilometer.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 6.6 seconds has Mercedes S 600 1993 Long version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes S 350 1993 TD reaching this speed only in 12.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 6.0 petrol 394 hp version (Mercedes S 600 1993 Long) and 5 other versions.
Lenght of Mercedes S class is 515 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Mercedes S class is about 10 cm longer than BMW 7 series. Mercedes S class gross weight is from 1900 to 2100 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class.
This Mercedes is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 4700 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes S class repair costs are 250 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes S class 1993 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2600 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 58%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes S class for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes S class prices and costs.
Mercedes S class modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Mercedes S 280 1993
Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes S 280 1995 Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Mercedes S 280 1993 Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 280 1995 Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 2.8 Petrol | 193 HP | 13.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 300 1996 TD
Jun 1996 — Oct 1998 Most powerfull diesel version (177 HP) |
3.0 Diesel | 177 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 320 1993 Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 3.2 Petrol | 231 HP | 12.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 320 1993 Long Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 3.2 Petrol | 231 HP | 12.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 320 1995
Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
3.2 Petrol | 231 HP | 13.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 320 1995 Long
Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
3.2 Petrol | 231 HP | 13.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 350 1993 TD
Jun 1993 — Jun 1996 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.4 Diesel | 150 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 420 1993 Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 4.2 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 420 1993 Long Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 4.2 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 420 1995 Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 4.2 Petrol | 279 HP | 14.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 420 1995 Long Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 4.2 Petrol | 279 HP | 14.9 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 500 1993 Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 5.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 500 1993 Long Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 | 5.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 13.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 500 1995 Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 5.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 15.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 500 1995 Long Sep 1995 — Oct 1998 | 5.0 Petrol | 320 HP | 15.4 l/100km | Automatic (5) |
Mercedes S 600 1993
Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 394 HP | 15.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S 600 1993 Long
Jun 1993 — Sep 1995 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 394 HP | 15.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Mercedes S class prices
Mercedes S class 1993 - 1998 sedan price in Latvia is from 2200 € to 11000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes S class price is very high - Mercedes S class is almost two times more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 1993 - 1998 prices). Mercedes S class high price can be explained by its quality above average (see below), therefore this Mercedes could be reasonable purchase in long term perspective.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mercedes S class 1998 price | 3500 € | 5000 € | 7500 € | |
Mercedes S class 1997 price | 4800 € | 6500 € | 11 000 € | |
Mercedes S class 1996 price | 3700 € | 4600 € | 5000 € | |
Mercedes S class 1995 price | 2200 € | 3600 € | 7000 € | |
Mercedes S class 1993 price | 2800 € | 3800 € | 4700 € |
Mercedes S class total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes S class? Users calculated Mercedes S class 1993 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2600 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer.
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Mercedes S class reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes S class reliability is good. In the roadworthiness tests in 2008 defects were detected in an average of only 13.7 percent of Mercedes S class of this generation (on average 13 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 21%.
Mercedes S class 1993 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes S class with corresponding feature (option)
72% Metallic paint
66% Conditioning
62% Leather upholstery
48% Cruise control
41% Electrically adjustable seats
40% Adjustable steering wheel
39% Heated seats
37% Sunroof
33% Rain sensor
30% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
19% Xenon headlights
19% Rear parking sensors
17% Dimming mirrors
14% Front parking sensors
13%
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Mercedes S class reviews
Total 10 Mercedes S class owner reviews
Purchase year: | 2016 age of car 18 years) | Owned for | 2`000 kilometers (0 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 10.0 litres per 100km (70% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 150 € |
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: A good classic. Eternal with handy master
Cons: Not for fishing