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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Generation

Years1993–1998
BodySedan
Variants42

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Generation is a sedan, produced 1993–1998. This generation includes 42 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 150 to 394 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 6.6 seconds. All variants in this generation use REAR WHEEL DRIVE drive. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1993 front view

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Generation42 variants

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Mercedes-Benz S 600 Long Designo
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
16.9l/100km
400g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 600 Long Elegance
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
16.9l/100km
400g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 600 Long
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
15.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 600 Designo
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
16.9l/100km
400g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 600 Elegance
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
16.9l/100km
400g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 600
5,987 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
394hp / 290 kW
6.6s
15.4l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 500 Long Designo
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Long Elegance
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Long Classic
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Long
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
13.0l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 500 Designo
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Elegance
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500 Classic
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
15.4l/100km
365g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 500
4,973 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
320hp / 235 kW
7.3s
13.0l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 420 Long Designo
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420 Long Elegance
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420 Long Classic
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420 Long
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
12.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 420 Designo
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420 Elegance
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420 Classic
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
14.9l/100km
355g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 420
4,196 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
279hp / 205 kW
8.3s
12.5l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 320 Long Designo
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320 Long Elegance
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320 Long Classic
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320 Long
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
8.9s
12.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 320 Designo
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320 Elegance
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320 Classic
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
9.3s
13.4l/100km
317g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 320
3,199 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
231hp / 170 kW
8.9s
12.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 280 Designo
2,799 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.3s
13.3l/100km
316g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280 Designo
2,799 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.0s
13.2l/100km
311g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280 Elegance
2,799 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.3s
13.3l/100km
316g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280 Elegance
2,799 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.0s
13.2l/100km
311g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280 Classic
2,799 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.3s
13.3l/100km
316g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280 Classic
2,799 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
11.0s
13.2l/100km
311g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 280
2,799 cc·Automatic·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
10.7s
11.8l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 280
2,799 cc·Manual·RWD·Petrol
193hp / 142 kW
10.8s
11.6l/100km
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Mercedes-Benz S 300 Turbo Diesel Designo
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
11.2s
10.3l/100km
273g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 300 Turbo Diesel Elegance
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
11.2s
10.3l/100km
273g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 300 Turbo Diesel Classic
2,996 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
177hp / 130 kW
11.2s
10.3l/100km
273g/km
Mercedes-Benz S 350 Turbo Diesel
3,449 cc·Automatic·RWD·Diesel
150hp / 110 kW
12.9s
9.7l/100km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998)?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) is a sedan. All 42 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) have?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) has 42 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) produced?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) was produced 1993–1998. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998)?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1993-1998) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.