Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Specs

(1987 - 1991) - Technical Specifications for Years 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991

Key Specs

Petrol

256.1 cu-in
4196 cm³

V 8

221 HP
224 PS / 165 kW

239 lb-ft
325 Nm

137 Mph
220 km/h

20 MPG
11.9 L/100 km
24 MPG UK

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Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	W126

Body :	-

Num. of Doors :	4 doors


Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	116.965

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	MPI - Bosch KE-Jetronic 3.1

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	256.1 cu-in / 4196 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	3.62 x 3.11 inches 92.0 x 78.9 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	10.0

Horsepower :	221 HP / 224 PS / 165 kW @ 5400 rpm

Maximum torque :	239 lb-ft / 325 Nm @ 4000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	4 speed Automatic


Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined:	20 MPG 11.9 L/100 km 24 MPG UK

Range :	470 miles / 756 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	23.8 gallons 90 L 19.8 UK gallons

Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Performance

Top Speed :	137 Mph / 220 km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	8.3 s


Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	121.26 inches / 308.0 cm

Length :	203.15 inches / 516.0 cm

Width :	71.65 inches / 182.0 cm

Height :	56.69 inches / 144.0 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	3594 lbs / 1630 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	7.3 kg/hp


Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	5 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	18 cu-ft / 510 L


Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs (- inches / - mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (- inches / - mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/65 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/65 R15

Front Suspension :	Independent. MacPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.

Rear Suspension :	multilink. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar

What engine is in Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL has a V 8, Petrol engine with 4196 cm³ / 256.1 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL have?
The 1987 Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL has 224 PS / 221 bhp / 165 kW.

How much does a Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL weighs?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL weighs 1630 Kg / 3594 lbs.

What is the top speed of a Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL?
The Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL top speed is 220 Km/h / 137 mph.

Is Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).

How fast is a Mercedes Benz W126 420 SEL?
The {carro} can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 8.3 seconds and has a top speed of 137 mph.