1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 Speaker Sizes

The 1998 Mercedes-Benz S420 speaker size chart provides factory and aftermarket replacement specifications for audio system components. Available data includes speaker locations in front and rear door panels. Information covers upgrade options and specifications for factory audio systems, enabling identification of compatible aftermarket speakers for audio system enhancement.

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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 S420 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 S420 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 S420 features two different speaker sizes between the front and rear door panels, with the front accommodating larger 6.5 inch units compared to the 5.25 inch rear positions.
  • Both front and rear door panel locations support either midbass or full-range speaker types, providing flexibility in component selection based on the desired audio configuration.
  • Midbass speakers typically handle mid-frequency and bass content, while full-range speakers attempt to reproduce a broader frequency spectrum, though the choice may depend on whether separate tweeters are installed.
  • The larger 6.5 inch front door speakers generally offer greater potential for low-frequency output and overall volume capability when compared to the smaller rear positions.
  • Replacing factory speakers with aftermarket units in these locations could potentially enhance clarity, dynamic range, and overall tonal balance of the audio system.
  • The radio opening supports both single DIN and double DIN head units, suggesting that some variation exists in dash configuration or that adapters may be available for different installation options.