Mercedes-Benz 420 W126
The Mercedes-Benz 420 W126 (1986–1991): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States.
Model codes: W126, V126 · Sold in: United States
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | – | 4,910–5,160 mm |
| Width | – | 1,820–1,828 mm |
| Height | – | 1,406–1,441 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | 2,850–3,075 mm |
| Seats and space | ||
| Luggage space (EPA) | 425 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | 2,832 L EPA | – |
| Performance | ||
| Torque | – | 273–455 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
19 complaints for model years 1986–1991. 5 crashes · 1 fire · 2 injuries
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 3 versions of the Mercedes-Benz 420 W126
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1991(GUZZLER) (FFS) (MPFI) · (GUZZLER) (FFS) | 4.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 1991(GUZZLER) FFS MPFI (FFS), EMS 2MODE CLKU | 4.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
| 1990(GUZZLER) FFS MPFI (FFS), EMS 2MODE CLKUP | 4.2 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA | 425 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.