1991-1999 S-Class OverviewMercedes S-Class Overview (1991 - 1999)
A140 / C140 / V140 / VF / W140
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 186 mph
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- 4.9 - 13.1 seconds
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- 148 - 565 BHP
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- 14.8 - 31.7 mpg
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- 1,890 - 2,700 kg
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- 505 - 525 L (Coupé)
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- 525 L (Saloon)
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- 650 - 1,600 L (Estate)
This generation of the Mercedes S-Class (A140 / C140 / V140 / VF / W140) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 1991 - 1999. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as a convertible, coupé, saloon or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 148 BHP 3.4 L Inline 6 Turbo diesel engine all the way to a 565 BHP 6 L V12 petrol engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the S-Class is the Mercedes S 73 T AMG Kombi which scores 3.2★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 565 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 240 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 186 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.9 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes S 73 T AMG Kombi is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 325 miles and can store 650-1,600 litres of cargo.