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Mercedes-Benz W140: Specifications, variants & buying guide

09 Nov 2026, 03:54 PM IST · GlobeWire Daily Auto Desk · Source: en.wikipedia.org

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Key takeawaysExplore Mercedes-Benz W140: source-listed powertrain, dimensions and variant details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.

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Reference guide • Source-listed details may cover multiple variants. Check the exact model and market before buying.

Overview

Explore Mercedes-Benz W140: source-listed powertrain, dimensions and variant details, followed by practical checks before making a decision. This is a reference guide, not a new-launch report.

Source-listed specifications

Source-listed details
Field	Source-listed detail
Manufacturer	Daimler-Benz
Powertrain	Petrol : 2.8 – 3.2 L M104 I6 4.2 – 5.0 L M119 V8 6.0 L M120 V12 7.1 – 7.3 L M120 AMG V12 Diesel : 3.0 L OM606 turbo I6 3.5 L OM603 turbo I6
Transmission	5-speed manual 4-speed 4G-Tronic automatic 5-speed 4G-Tronic automatic 5-speed 5G-Tronic automatic
Dimensions	Wheelbase: W140: 3,040 mm (119.7 in) V140: 3,140 mm (123.6 in) C140: 2,945 mm (115.9 in) VV140: 4,140 mm (163.0 in); Length: W140: 5,113 mm (201.3 in) V140: 5,213 mm (205.2 in) C140: 5,065 mm (199.4 in) VV140: 6,228 mm (245.2 in); Width: W140: 1,886 mm (74.3 in) C140: 1,895 mm (74.6 in); Height: W140: 1,486 mm (58.5 in) C140: 1,427 mm (56.2 in)
Wheelbase	W140: 3,040 mm (119.7 in) V140: 3,140 mm (123.6 in) C140: 2,945 mm (115.9 in) VV140: 4,140 mm (163.0 in)
Length	W140: 5,113 mm (201.3 in) V140: 5,213 mm (205.2 in) C140: 5,065 mm (199.4 in) VV140: 6,228 mm (245.2 in)
Width	W140: 1,886 mm (74.3 in) C140: 1,895 mm (74.6 in)
Height	W140: 1,486 mm (58.5 in) C140: 1,427 mm (56.2 in)
Curb weight	W140: 1,890–2,180 kg (4,167–4,806 lb) V140: 1,900–2,190 kg (4,189–4,828 lb) C140: 2,060–2,240 kg (4,542–4,938 lb)

How to compare models and variants

Verify model year, trim, engine or battery, transmission, safety equipment, homologated mileage or range, independent crash-test results and service coverage.

Price and running costs

Check local ex-showroom or MSRP pricing separately from registration, taxes, insurance, fuel or charging, maintenance and financing. No live price is implied.

Buyer checklist

Request an official variant brochure, test drive, compare total ownership cost, inspect warranty terms and confirm delivery estimates.

Verification and limitations

This profile is based on a source directory record. An empty field means the information was not verified, not that a feature or course is unavailable. Figures and specifications may change by country, variant and date. Always confirm on the source page before applying or buying. Published as a reference guide on 2026-11-09, not as breaking news.

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