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Mercedes-Benz 400

Generations and modifications

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1992–1993

W124

Sedan
2 modifications Open generation
1992–1992

W140

Sedan
1 modification Open generation
1992–1992

W140

Sedan
1 modification Open generation

1992–1993 W124 (W124)

2 modifications · The Mercedes-Benz 400E was the V8-powered E-Class sedan sold in the U.S. from 1992 through 1993. It was part of the W124 family and represented one of the more powerful U.S.-market versions of the chassis before the model naming changed later in the decade. The 400E was offered as a four-door sedan and is the only U.S. 400-badged W124 variant in this period.

Modification Engine Power (hp) Transmission Drive  
400e
 Gasoline · 4.2 L · 275 hp 275 hp 4-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive
400sel
 Gasoline · 4.2 L · 275 hp 275 hp 4-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive

1992–1992 W140 (W140)

1 modification · The Mercedes-Benz 400SE was the short-wheelbase V8 S-Class variant sold in the U.S. for the 1992 model year. It belonged to the first W140 S-Class generation, which introduced Mercedes' large flagship sedan with substantial size, advanced comfort features, and a more modern safety-focused design. In U.S. market terms, the 400SE was a one-year designation before the lineup moved on to later S-Class naming.

Modification Engine Power (hp) Transmission Drive  
400se
 Gasoline · 4.2 L · 275 hp 275 hp 4-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive

1992–1992 W140 (W140)

1 modification · The Mercedes-Benz 400SEL was the long-wheelbase V8 S-Class sold in the U.S. for the 1992 model year. It shared the first-generation W140 S-Class body and mechanical package, but added the extended rear-seat room of the SEL body style. Like the 400SE, it was a brief U.S. designation tied to the early W140 lineup.

Modification Engine Power (hp) Transmission Drive  
mercedes-benz 400sel
 Gasoline · 4.2 L · 275 hp 275 hp 4-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive
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