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Mercedes-Benz E-class E 420 V8 (279 Hp) Automatic - view

Mercedes-Benz E-class E 420 V8 • 279 HP • Automatic

Estate5-speed automaticRear Wheel Drive1995-1999
279 HP
Power
7.2 sec
0-100 km/h
243 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type

Basic Information

Body TypeEstate
Doors5
Seats5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
PowertrainInternal Combustion Engine

Performance

0-100 km/h7.2 sec
0-60 mph6.8 sec
Top Speed243 km/h

Powertrain

Power279 HP @ 5700 rpm
Torque400 Nm @ 3900 rpm
Engine
Displacement4196 cc
Engine CodeM 119 E 42 / 119.985
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Cylinders8
ConfigurationV-engine
Compression11:1
AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Valves/Cyl4
Bore92 mm
Stroke78.9 mm
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity8 L
Coolant Cap.11 L

Suspension & Chassis

Suspension
Front Susp.Double wishbone
Rear Susp.Hydro-pneumatic element, Independent multi-link suspension
Brakes
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering & Wheels
SteeringRack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires215/55 R16
Wheel Rims7.5J x 16
Assist SystemsABS

Dimensions & Weight

Dimensions
Length4816 mm
Width1799 mm
Height1506 mm
Wheelbase2833 mm
Front Track1534 mm
Rear Track1538 mm
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1740 kg
Max Weight2290 kg
Trunk600 L
Max Trunk1920 L

Fuel Consumption & Emissions

Consumption
City14.4 L/100km
Highway8 L/100km
Emissions
Fuel Tank & Alternatives
Fuel Tank70 L

Transmission & Drivetrain

Type5-speed automatic
Gears5
Drive Config.Rear Wheel Drive

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