Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W140) (1991–1998)
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W140) was offered with 15 engine versions (13 gasoline, 2 diesel), from 150 to 408 hp, built 1991–1998.
EnlargeProduction years1991–1998
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length201.3 in (5,113 mm)
Width74.3 in (1,886 mm)
Height58.7 in (1,492 mm) – 58.5 in (1,485 mm)
Cargo volume18.5 cu ft (525 l) – 18.9 cu ft (535 l)
Fuel tank26.4 gal (100 l)
All Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W140) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300 SE (231 hp) | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) | 8.9 s | 143 mph (230 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 SE (231 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) | 8.6 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 300 SE (231 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) | 8.6 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 400 SE (286 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 286 hp (210 kW) | 302 lb-ft (410 Nm) | 7.6 s | 152 mph (245 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 500 SE (326 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 326 hp (240 kW) | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) | 6.7 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 600 SE (408 hp) Automatic | 1991–1993 | Gasoline | 408 hp (300 kW) | 428 lb-ft (580 Nm) | 6 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 350 Turbo-D (150 hp) Automatic | 1992–1996 | Diesel | 150 hp (110 kW) | 229 lb-ft (310 Nm) | 115 mph (185 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| S 280 (193 hp) | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 10.8 s | 134 mph (215 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 280 (193 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 193 hp (142 kW) | 199 lb-ft (270 Nm) | 10.8 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 320 (231 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) | 8.9 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 320 (231 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 231 hp (170 kW) | 232 lb-ft (315 Nm) | 8.9 s | 140 mph (225 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 420 V8 (279 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 279 hp (205 kW) | 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) | 8.3 s | 152 mph (245 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 500 V8 (320 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 320 hp (235 kW) | 347 lb-ft (470 Nm) | 7.3 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 600 V12 (394 hp) Automatic | 1993–1998 | Gasoline | 394 hp (290 kW) | 420 lb-ft (570 Nm) | 6.6 s | 155 mph (250 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| S 300 Turbo-D (140.135) (177 hp) | 1996–1998 | Diesel | 177 hp (130 kW) | 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) | 11.2 s | 128 mph (206 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.