Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI

Mercedes S class 1998 3.2 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI has been produced from December, 1999 to September, 2002. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.2 litres, which produces power of 197 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 470 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has Common Rail fuel system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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 1999 CDI has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 228 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km (11.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Mercedes S klase 1998 - 2002 version, fuel consumption in city - 11.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 980 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1220 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Mercedes is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

Mercedes S class 1998

Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI technical data

Model: Mercedes S 320 1999 CDI
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1999. December ... 2002. September 
Engine: 3222 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 237 g/km
Power: 197 HP ON 4200 RPM Torque: 470 NM ON 1800 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 228 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.9 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 7.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km (26.4 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 1999 CDI engine OM613

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 3222 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 88 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 88.3 mm
Compression ratio 18 : 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 320 1999 CDI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts)
Power 197 HP ON 4200 RPM
Torque 470 NM ON 1800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1999
Duration of production 4 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E 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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