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1998 Mercedes-Benz S 320 W140 (Automatic / 5 Gears) RWD [1994-1999]

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Overview

1998 Mercedes-Benz S 320 W140 (Automatic / 5 Gears) RWD [1994-1999]

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 for the US market represents the ultimate refinement of the W140 (Phase-II) series, offering the perfect blend of royal luxury and mechanical durability. This model is powered by the popular 3.2-liter M104 six-cylinder in-line engine, which in the US specifications produces 217 hp . Thanks to the new 5-speed electronic gearbox , the car offers a much smoother and more efficient march on the highway compared to earlier versions. As a last year production vehicle, the S 320 comes equipped with all the time technologies such as thermal double glazing, assisted door sealing and a chassis that was designed without any savings, making it still today one of the most comfortable limousines in the world.

Model:S-Class W140 phase-II
Production year:1998
Transmission:Automatic 5 speed
Starting price:€58,900
Engine size:3.2 L
Max torque:311 Nm
Cylinders alignment:Line 6
Charge system:Gasoline
Displacement:3199 cm3
Max power:220 PS / 217 hp / 162 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:11.8 L/100km (EPA combined)
Extra-urban:9.7-11.6 L/100km
City:17.2-20.6 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:6.8 s
0-100 km/h:10.0 s
0-160 km/h:26.9 s
0-200 km/h:56.2 s
Top speed:219 km/h
Curb weight:2032 kg
Gross weight:N/A
Length:5113 mm
Width:1886 mm
Height:1486 mm
Fuel capacity:100 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
52%
Safety
65%
Performance
92%
Driveability
95%
Durability
95%
Maintenance
58%
Design
100%
Summary

Experts rate the 1998 S 320 as the most balanced model for those seeking the prestige of a W140 without the complexity of V8 or V12 engines. According to ProfessCars™ estimates, the vehicle exhibits a dignified performance with a 0-60 mph acceleration of 9.0 seconds and a maximum potential speed of 219 km/h. Despite its weight of over 2 tons, the 3.2-liter engine offers good elasticity thanks to its variable valve system. The initial price in 1998 for the US market was around $64,300 (approx. €58,900 in the time rate). This model remains an icon of engineering "over-insurance," where every button and panel is built to stand the test of time.

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