1976 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Base
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Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 front 20080424 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 Classic-Gala 2022 1X7A0309 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 Classic-Gala 2022 1X7A0310 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Classic-Gala 2025, Schwetzingen (20250906-P1049521) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 rear 20080424 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the W116 (W116, 1972–1979); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 front 20080424 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 Classic-Gala 2022 1X7A0309 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 Classic-Gala 2022 1X7A0310 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Classic-Gala 2025, Schwetzingen (20250906-P1049521) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Mercedes-Benz W116 rear 20080424 by Rudolf Stricker, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1976 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Base is a 190-hp 4.5-liter V8 with a 3-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive.
It makes 190 horsepower.
The S-Class measures 205.5 inches long on a 112.8-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 4.5L V8 SOHC |
| Displacement | 4.5 L |
| Horsepower | 190 hp |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Injection Type | Fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Independent semi-trailing arms |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 205.5 in |
| Width | 73.6 in |
| Height | 55.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1976 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Base with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1976 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.