1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 Speaker Sizes

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 speaker size chart details factory speaker specifications and locations within the vehicle's audio system. Information covers front door panel and rear door panel speaker positions, providing data for replacement or aftermarket upgrade installations. Specifications assist in identifying compatible aftermarket options for the factory audio system.

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Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 5.25 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 Speaker Replacement Summary

2 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 0

1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 features two different speaker sizes between front and rear door locations, with front doors accommodating 6.5-inch units while rear doors utilize 5.25-inch units.
  • Both door panel locations support either midbass or full-range speaker types, suggesting flexibility in replacement options depending on whether a dedicated component system or simpler full-range setup is preferred.
  • The larger 6.5-inch front door speakers likely handle lower frequency reproduction more effectively than the 5.25-inch rear units, though both sizes can function as full-range solutions.
  • Midbass-specific replacements would typically require separate tweeters and crossovers to form a complete component system, whereas full-range speakers incorporate multiple driver elements within the same housing.
  • The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 radio supports both single DIN and double DIN head unit installations, providing options for aftermarket stereo upgrades with varying feature sets.
  • Upgrading front door speakers may produce more noticeable sound improvements given their larger size and typical positioning closer to front passengers.
  • The difference in speaker sizes between front and rear locations suggests a factory configuration that prioritized front soundstage over rear output.