Mercedes S 420 1995
Mercedes S class 1993 4.2 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes S 420 1995 has been produced from September, 1995 to October, 1998. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.2 litres, which produces power of 279 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 400 Nm (Newton metres) on 3900 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. 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 4.2 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8 litres.
Mercedes S 420 1995 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes S 420 1995 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 245 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 420 1995 fuel consumption is 14.9 litres per 100km (6.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 21.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 11.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 100 litres or 26.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 660 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 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 420 1995 technical data
Model: | Mercedes S 420 1995 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 1995. September ... 1998. October | ||
Engine: | 4196 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 355 g/km |
Power: | 279 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 400 NM ON 3900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 245 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.9 (combined) 21.4 (urban) 11.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 14.5 l/100km (16.2 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 420 1995 engine M119 E42
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 | 4196 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 8 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 92 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 78.9 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 420 1995 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 8 litres (8.5 quarts) |
Power | 272 - 286 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 - 410 NM ON 3900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1989 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes E klase |
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All Mercedes S class sedan [1993 - 1998] 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) |