Mercedes S 300 1996 TD

Mercedes S class 1993 3.0 diesel description

Sedan Mercedes S 300 1996 TD has been produced from June, 1996 to October, 1998. It has six-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 3.0 litres, which produces power of 177 horsepower on 4400 rpm and torque 330 Nm (Newton metres) on 1600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 400 000 and 670 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes S class 3.0 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7.5 litres.

Mercedes S 300 1996 TD has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Mercedes S 300 1996 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 206 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 300 1996 TD fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100km (9.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Mercedes S klase 1993 - 1998 versions, city fuel economy - 13.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 100 litres or 26.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 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, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

Mercedes S class 3.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Mercedes S class 1993

Mercedes S 300 1996 TD technical data

Model: Mercedes S 300 1996 TD
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 1996. June ... 1998. October 
Engine: 2996 cm3 Diesel, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 273 g/km
Power: 177 HP ON 4400 RPM Torque: 330 NM ON 1600 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (4 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Top speed: 206 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.2 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.3 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 8.1 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 10.6 l/100km (22.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 100 litres (26.4 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.11m (length) 1.89m (width) 1.49m (height)
Turning diameter: 12.1 meters
Gross weight: 2100 kg

Mercedes S 300 1996 TD engine OM606 300TD

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 400,000 to 670,000 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 2996 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 87 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 84 mm
Compression ratio 22 : 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.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 150,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Precombustion chamber
Mercedes S 300 1996 TD oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7.5 litres (7.9 quarts) More service info
Power 177 HP ON 4400 RPM
Torque 330 NM ON 1600 RPM
Start of production (year) 1993
Duration of production 8 years
Engine also used on Mercedes E klase Mercedes G klase

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 [1993 - 1998] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
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)
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