1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 Speaker Sizes
The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S320 factory audio system features specific locations for sound reproduction. The front door panel accommodates a 6.5 inch speaker size, and the rear door panel accepts 5.25 inch speakers. Midbass and full-range units serve as compatible speaker types for a replacement upgrade.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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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: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 01998 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.