1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.

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Overview

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MSRP *

$49,900

Invoice *

$43,410

Engine

4.2L V-8 275 HP 295.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,900 rpm

Transmission

5-spd auto w/OD

Fuel Economy City

18.0 mpg

Fuel Economy Hwy

25.0 mpg

Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Powertrain

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Engine

4.2L V-8 275 HP 295.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,900 rpm

Transmission

5-spd auto w/OD

Alternator

115 amp

Battery

100 amp

Axle Ratio

2.82

Recommended Fuel Type

premium unleaded

Fuel Tank

21.1 gal.

Exhaust

stainless steel

Drive Type

rear-wheel

Traction Control

ABS & driveline

Steering and Suspension

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Electronic Stability

electronic stability

Front Suspension

double wishbone

Front Anti-Roll Bar

front anti-roll bar

Front Springs

coil

Rear Suspension

independent multi-link

Rear Anti-Roll Bar

rear anti-roll bar

Rear Springs

coil

Steering

rack & pinion

Brakes

4-wheel disc

Vented Disc Brakes

front

Wheels

16.0 " silver aluminum

Front Tires

P215/55HR16.0BSW AS / P235/45ZR17.0BSW AS

Spare Tire and Wheel

full-size aluminum

Seating and Interior

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Seating Capacity

Front Seat Type

bucket / premium bucket

Heated Front Seats

driver and front passenger heated-cushion

Front Headrests

power adjustable w/tilt

Front Armrests

center w/storage

Front Driver Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Rear Seats

bench

Rear Headrests

adjustable

Rear Armrests

center

Seat Trim

leather

Door Trim

leather

Headliner

full cloth

Floor Trim

carpet

Floor Mats

carpeted front & rear

Dashboard Insert

simulated wood

Dashboard Trim

leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Sunroof

power

Vanity Mirrors

dual illuminated

Rearview Mirror

auto-dimming day-night

Glove Box

locking

Dome Light

fade

Reading Lights

front

Floor Console

full

Cup Holder

front and rear

Instrument Panel Storage

covered bin

Seatback Storage

Door Bins

dual

Rear Door Bins

rear door bins

Cargo Floor Trim

carpeted

Trunk Lid Trim

carpet

Cargo Light

cargo light

Front Air Conditioning

dual zone front

Climate Control

automatic air conditioning

Air Filter

air filter

Rear Heat Ducts

underseat ducts

Radio

brand AM/FM stereo, seek-scan

compatible / trunk/cargo area mounted 6-disc

Speakers

8 brand

Radio Theft Deterrent

radio theft deterrent

Antenna

window grid

Cruise Control

cruise control

Door Locks

power

Remote Keyless Entry

keyfob (all doors)

Trunk/Hatch/Door Release

keyfob

Remote Fuel Flap Release

keyfob

Rear Child Safety Door Locks

rear child safety door locks

Fuel Filler Door Release

fuel filler door release

Cell Phone

pre-wiring / voice activated

Power Outlets

Driver Foot Rest

driver foot rest

Retained Accessory Power

retained accessory power

Garage Door Opener

HomeLink Wireless Control System

Instrument Display

analog

Tachometer

tachometer

Water Temp Gauge

engine temperature gauge

Clock

in-dash

Exterior Temperature

exterior temperature

Systems Monitor

systems monitor

Trip Odometer

trip odometer

Steering Wheel Type

power telescopic tilt

Steering Wheel Material

leather

Front Windows

power

Rear Windows

power

1-Touch Open Window

driver and passenger

Tinted Windows

light

Front Windshield Wipers

variable intermittent

Heated Front Wipers

reservoir

Rear Defroster

rear defroster

Rear Blinds

power

Safety

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

Center High Mounted Stop Light

center high mounted stop light

Front Impact Airbags

driver and passenger

Driver Side Impact Airbags

door mounted

Seatbelt Pretensioners

front

Ignition Disable

immobilizer

Tracker System

tracker system

Security System

security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Door Count

4 doors

Maximum Cargo Volume

15.3 cu.ft.

Exterior Length

189.4 "

Exterior Width

70.8 "

Exterior Height

56.7 "

Wheelbase

112 "

Front Tread

60 "

Rear Tread

60 "

Turning Radius

18.6 '

Curb Weight

3,748 lbs.

Drag Coefficient

.29

Front Legroom

41.3 "

Rear Legroom

36.1 "

Front Headroom

37.6 "

Rear Headroom

37.2 "

Front Hiproom

54.9 "

Rear Hiproom

55.9 "

Front Shoulder Room

56.3 "

Rear Shoulder Room

57.1 "

Passenger Volume

95 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume

15.3 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Bumpers

body-colored with chrome insert

Bodyside Moldings

body-colored

Bodyside Insert

chrome

Rocker Panel Extensions

rocker panel extensions

Grille Moldings

chrome

Paint

monotone / monotone with badging

Exterior Mirrors

dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Major Components Months/Miles

48/50,000

Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles

48/50,000

Roadside Assistance Months/Miles

unlimited/100,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style

Frontal Rating

Side Rating

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 Specs & Safety

Overview

Powertrain

Steering and Suspension

Seating and Interior

Comfort and Conveniences

Safety

Dimensions and Capacities

Exterior Features

Warranty

Safety Ratings

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