Segment: Upper Premium
Production years: 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998
The German automaker introduced a subtle facelift for its flagship model, the W140, trying to conceal the car's dimensions and proportions.
Mercedes-Benz introduced the W140 lineup in 1991, and soon it discovered that its flagship model was not as much appreciated as its predecessor, the beautiful W126 lineup. While the car was technologically advanced, its design was not on par with its main competitors and not even with its predecessor or with the smaller E Class from the same era. Things had to be changed quickly.
Usually, the German automaker didn't change design cues quickly, but this time it had to. As a result, it didn't wait for four years to apply them and introduced the facelifted version of the S-Class at the 1994 Geneva Motor Show in March. Thus, the amber turn signals and other elements that were easy to replace were upgraded. In addition, the front bumper and the side sills sported horizontal stripes that visually reduced the car's height.
Inside, the car remained as luxurious as ever, with leather upholstery and wood trims on the dash and door cards. Moreover, since it was the carmaker's flagship model, it was offered exclusively with a five-speed automatic gearbox (5G-Tronic). To help drivers park the car, starting with 1995, the S-Class could've been ordered with an ultrasonic parking system with sensors mounted into the front and rear bumpers instead of two retractable antennas on the rear quarter fenders.
Under the hood, the car offered a wide engine range, from inline-six to V12 powerplants for the gasoline versions. In addition, Europeans also received a choice of two turbo-diesel units.
ENGINE SPECS - 280 5MT RWD (193 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2799 cm3 |
Power: | 142 KW @ 5500 RPM 193 HP @ 5500 RPM 190 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 199 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 270 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 134 mph (216 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4078 lbs (1850 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5621.8 lbs (2550 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 15.1 mpg US (15.6 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 27.4 mpg US (8.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 311 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 320 5MT RWD (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3199 cm3 |
Power: | 170 KW @ 5600 RPM 231 HP @ 5600 RPM 228 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 315 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4166.8 lbs (1890 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5621.8 lbs (2550 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 16.2 mpg US (14.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 19.8 mpg US (11.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 317 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 320 Lang 4AT RWD (231 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3199 cm3 |
Power: | 170 KW @ 5600 RPM 231 HP @ 5600 RPM 228 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 232 lb-ft @ 3750 RPM 315 Nm @ 3750 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 205.2 in (5212 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 123.6 in (3139 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4111.6 lbs (1865 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5654 lbs (2565 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12.2 mpg US (19.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 17.6 mpg US (13.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 317 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 420 V8 5AT RWD (279 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4196 cm3 |
Power: | 205 KW @ 5700 RPM 279 HP @ 5700 RPM 275 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 295 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 400 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 152 mph (245 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4321 lbs (1960 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5842.3 lbs (2650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.7 mpg US (16 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 355 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 420 V8 Lang 5AT RWD (279 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4196 cm3 |
Power: | 205 KW @ 5700 RPM 279 HP @ 5700 RPM 275 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 295 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 400 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 205.2 in (5212 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 123.6 in (3139 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4332 lbs (1965 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5853 lbs (2655 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11 mpg US (21.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21 mpg US (11.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15.8 mpg US (14.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 355 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 500 V8 5AT RWD (320 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4973 cm3 |
Power: | 235 KW @ 5600 RPM 320 HP @ 5600 RPM 315 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 347 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 470 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4111.6 lbs (1865 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5842.3 lbs (2650 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 12.9 mpg US (18.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 21.8 mpg US (10.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 14.7 mpg US (16 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 365 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 500 V8 Lang 5AT RWD (320 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4973 cm3 |
Power: | 235 KW @ 5600 RPM 320 HP @ 5600 RPM 315 BHP @ 5600 RPM |
Torque: | 347 lb-ft @ 3900 RPM 470 Nm @ 3900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 7.3 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 205.2 in (5212 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 123.6 in (3139 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4343 lbs (1970 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5864 lbs (2660 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 10.6 mpg US (22.2 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15.3 mpg US (15.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 365 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 600 V12 5AT RWD (394 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V12 |
Displacement: | 5987 cm3 |
Power: | 290 KW @ 5200 RPM 394 HP @ 5200 RPM 389 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 420 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 570 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/60 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.9 in (1496 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4729 lbs (2145 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5974.8 lbs (2710 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.2 mpg US (21 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 19.9 mpg US (11.8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 14.3 mpg US (16.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 400 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 600 V12 Lang 5AT RWD (394 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V12 |
Displacement: | 5987 cm3 |
Power: | 290 KW @ 5200 RPM 394 HP @ 5200 RPM 389 BHP @ 5200 RPM |
Torque: | 420 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM 570 Nm @ 3800 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 6.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/55 R16Z |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 205.2 in (5212 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.9 in (1496 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 123.6 in (3139 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4751 lbs (2155 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5996.4 lbs (2720 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 9.6 mpg US (24.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 18.8 mpg US (12.5 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 13.9 mpg US (16.9 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 400 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 300 4AT RWD (177 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2996 cm3 |
Power: | 130 KW @ 4400 RPM 177 HP @ 4400 RPM 174 BHP @ 4400 RPM |
Torque: | 243 lb-ft @ 1600 RPM 330 Nm @ 1600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 128 mph (206 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.1 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4232.3 lbs (1920 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5754 lbs (2610 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17 mpg US (13.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29 mpg US (8.1 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 273 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 350 4AT RWD (150 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 3449 cm3 |
Power: | 110 KW @ 4000 RPM 150 HP @ 4000 RPM 148 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 229 lb-ft @ 2000 RPM 310 Nm @ 2000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Indirect Injection |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Fuel capacity: | 26.4 gallons (99.9 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-Speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/60 R16V |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 201.3 in (5113 mm) |
Width: | 74.3 in (1887 mm) |
Height: | 58.7 in (1491 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/62 in (1,603/1,575 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 119.7 in (3040 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.9 in (150 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.5 cuFT (524 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.31 |
Turning circle: | 39.7 ft (12.1 m) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 4188.8 lbs (1900 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 5710 lbs (2590 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 30.5 mpg US (7.7 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 24.2 mpg US (9.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 257 g/km |