Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI
Mercedes S class 2005 4.0 diesel description
Sedan Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI has been produced from September, 2006 to January, 2009. It has eight-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 4.0 litres, which produces power of 320 horsepower on 3600 rpm and torque 730 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and GTB1752VK turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes S class 4.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 10.5 litres.
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI fuel consumption is 9.4 litres per 100km (10.6 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes S klase 2005 - 2009 versions, city fuel economy - 13 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 940 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1240 kilometers on highway.

Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI technical data
Model: | Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2006. September ... 2009. January | ||
Engine: | 3996 cm3 Diesel, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 247 g/km |
Power: | 320 HP ON 3600 RPM | Torque: | 730 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.4 (combined) 13.0 (urban) 7.2 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 90 litres (23.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.08m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 560 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2640 kg |
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI engine OM629
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 86 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86 mm |
Compression ratio | 17 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Double-row 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 420 2006 CDI oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 10.5 litres (11.1 quarts) |
Power | 306 - 320 HP ON 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 - 730 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 8 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 2008 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes GL |
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 [2005 - 2009] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI
Dec 2005 — Sep 2008 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI Long Dec 2005 — Sep 2008 | 3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 320 2006 CDI 4Matic 4x4
Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 8.7 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 320 2006 CDI 4Matic Long 4x4
Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 8.9 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2005
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2005 Long
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI
Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 320 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI Long
Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 320 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2006 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 11.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2006 Lang Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 11.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 12.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic Long 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 11.7 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2005 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2005 Long | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.1 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic Long 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 12.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 600 2005 Long Dec 2005 — Jan 2009 | 5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 14.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 65 2006 AMG Long
Jun 2006 — Jan 2009 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 612 HP | 15.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 63 2006 AMG Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 | 6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 15.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 63 2006 AMG Long Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 | 6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 15.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |