1998 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $157,300 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the S 280 variant and topping out at $353,600 for the S 600 L.
There are 5 variants of the S-Class available in Australia.
Engine options include 2.8L multi-point injection (142kW/270Nm), 3.2L multi-point injection (170kW/315Nm), 4.2L multi-point injection (205kW/400Nm), 5L multi-point injection (235kW/470Nm) and 6L multi-point injection (290kW/570Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 1997 S-Class is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,113 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,886 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,477 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,040 mm |
| Turning Circle | 12,180 mm |
| Load Capacity | 645 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 280 that starts from $157,300.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 600 L that starts from $353,600.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 2100 kg offered by the following variants: S 280, S 320, S 420, S 500 L and S 600 L.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 500 L which measures 1886mm wide, 5213mm in length and sits 1486mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 600 L which has 290kW of power from its 6L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 600 L which weighs 2720 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class uses Premium Unleaded.
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