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Car Specifications1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $176,100 for the S 280 variant and topping out at $204,600 for the S 320 variant.
There are 2 variants of the S-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-1995.
The 1996 S-Class was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class include 2.8L in-line 6-cylinder (142kW/270Nm) and 3.2L in-line 6-cylinder (170kW/315Nm). All variants feature 5-speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $176,100 - $204,600†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $176,100 - $204,600†
- Transmission
- 5-speed auto
- Driven Wheels
- Rear
- Fuel Type
- Unleaded
- Body Types
- Sedan
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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Available Variants
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being S 280 and the most expensive being S 320.
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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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1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 280 variant that starts from $176,100.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class PricingThe most expensive Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 320 variant that starts from $204,600.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class PricingThe best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 1900 kg shared by all variants.
See all Mercedes-Benz S-Class towing capacityThe largest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 280 variant which measures 1886mm wide, 5113mm in length and sits 1477mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 320 variant which has 170kW of power and 315nm of torque.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the S 280 variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2550 kg.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class uses Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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