Mercedes-Benz 420 W126 (1986–1991)

Mercedes-Benz 420 420sel

W126 (1986–1991), 1986–1991. Gasoline · 4.2 L · 201 hp · Automatic 4-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive. 0–60 mph in 9.0 s and top speed 130 mph.

W126 (1986–1991) 1986 - 1991
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
4.2 L
Horsepower
201
Torque
229 lb-ft
Transmission
Automatic 4-spd
Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
0–60 mph
9.0 s
Top speed
130 mph
Curb weight
3900 lbs
Wheelbase
3071 mm
Dimensions
5159 × 1796 × 1435 mm

General information

Brand country Germany
Vehicle class Luxury Car
Doors 4
Seats 5
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 5159 mm
Width 1796 mm
Height 1435 mm
Wheelbase 3071 mm
Front track 61 mm
Rear track 60 mm
Wheel size 205/70VR14

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 22.5 gal
Curb weight 3900 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front
Engine volume 4.2 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 201 hp
Torque 229 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Bosch KE-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection
Compression ratio 9
Bore and stroke 92.0 mm x 78.9 mm
Engine code M116.965
Valvetrain SOHC

Transmission

Transmission Automatic 4-spd
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive

Performance

Top speed 130 mph
0–60 mph 9.0 s
Fuel type Premium

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Ventilated disc
Rear brakes Disc

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