Mercedes S 430 2004
Mercedes S class 2002 4.3 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes S 430 2004 has been produced from January, 2004 to September, 2005. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.3 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5750 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3000 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Mercedes S class 4.3 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes S 430 2004 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes S 430 2004 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 430 2004 fuel consumption is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1140 kilometers on highway.
- Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 7.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 12.5 litres per 100 km
- Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic Long AT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.3 seconds later (in 7.4 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.6 litres per 100 km or 15 % - 12.5 litres per 100 km
Mercedes S 430 2004 technical data
| Model: | Mercedes S 430 2004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Sedan | ||
| Production period: | 2004. January ... 2005. September | ||
| Engine: | 4266 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 263 g/km |
| Power: | 279 HP ON 5750 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (7 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
| Top speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 16.5 (urban) 7.7 (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 430 2004 engine M113 E43
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 | 4266 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| 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 430 2004 oil type | 5W-40 |
| Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
| Power | 272 - 306 HP ON 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 - 410 NM ON 3000 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1997 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML Mercedes CLK |
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. |
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All Mercedes S class sedan [2002 - 2005] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mercedes S 320 2002 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 320 2004 CDI Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 350 2002 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 350 2002 Lang | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 350 2003 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.9 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes S 350 2003 4Matic Long 4x4 Jan 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.9 l/100km | All wheel |
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Mercedes S 400 2002 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
|
Mercedes S 400 2002 CDI Long
Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 430 2002 Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 430 2002 Long Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 430 2004
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 430 2004 Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic Long 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes S 500 2002 Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 500 2002 Long Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 500 2004
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 500 2004 Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
| Mercedes S 500 2002 4Matic 4x4 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.9 l/100km | All wheel |
| Mercedes S 500 2002 4Matic Long 4x4 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.9 l/100km | All wheel |
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Mercedes S 55 2002 AMG Long
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.0 Petrol | 360 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 55 2002 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 500 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
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Mercedes S 600 2002 Long
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 500 HP | 14.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |