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S 420
Overview
The 1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 420 is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $229,300 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz S-Class is powered by a 4.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 205 kW of power (at 5700 rpm) and 400 Nm of torque (at 3900 rpm) via a Five-speed Automatic transmission.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class measures 1486mm (58.5 inches) in height, 5113mm (201.3 inches) in length, 1886mm (74.3 inches) in width with a 3040mm (119.7 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2090kg (4607.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The S-Class S 420 comes standard with 235/60 R16 front tyres and 235/60 R16 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
72.45 - 132.42 kW/t
72.45 kW/t
149.97 kW/t
Boot Space
524 - 525 litres
410 litres
990 litres
Price
$157,300 - $353,600
$78,950
$353,600
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
5 years
2 years
6 years
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Dimensions
5,113 mm
1,886 mm
1,486 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,113 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,886 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,486 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,040 mm |
| Load Capacity | 550 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 92
Engine (cc): 4196
Compression Ratio: 10
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 78.9
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 26.4
Capacity (L): 100
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Clock
Type: Analogue
External Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Fuel Economy Indicator
Type: Gauge
Instrument Cluster
Message Display: yes
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.2
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 21
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 21.4
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 11
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 21.4
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 11.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 245
Maximum Speed (mph): 152
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 279
Maximum Power (kW): 205
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 296
Maximum Torque (Nm): 400
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5700
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3900
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Toned
Size of Body Side Molding: Wide
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Toned
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 525
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.2
Front Track (mm): 1606
Overall Height (in): 58.5
Overall Height (mm): 1486
Overall Length (in): 201.3
Overall Length (mm): 5113
Overall Width (in): 74.3
Overall Width (mm): 1886
Rear Track (in): 62.2
Rear Track (mm): 1579
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 40
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 12180
Wheelbase (in): 119.7
Wheelbase (mm): 3040
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 994
Rear Headroom (in): 38.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 988
Front Hip Room (in): 63.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1624
Rear Hip Room (in): 62.8
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1594
Front Leg Room (in): 41.3
Front Leg Room (mm): 1049
Rear Leg Room (in): 36.1
Rear Leg Room (mm): 917
Front Shoulder Room (in): 61.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1568
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 61.3
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1556
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Two Tone: yes
Type: Metallic
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Electric
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: Wash/Wipe
Heat Reflective Glass
Location: ?
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Centre
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: Automatic Speed
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2640
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5820
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2090
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4608
Antenna
Type: Electric
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 10
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Capacity: 10
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 11
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Illuminated Rear Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Rear Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 4
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 4
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 4
Adjustment Settings: 4
Wheel Position: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Carpet On Lower Door Panel: yes
Material: Leather
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Luxury Trim
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: lap
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Occupant Sensors: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Lidded
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Lidded
Floor Type: Full
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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