1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 Speaker Sizes
The 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 speaker size chart provides factory speaker specifications and locations for replacement or aftermarket audio system upgrades. Information includes speaker positions in front door panel and rear door panel areas. Data assists with identifying original equipment specifications to facilitate installation of aftermarket audio components.
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| 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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1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 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: 01999 Mercedes-Benz S500 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 features different speaker sizes between front and rear door panels, with 6.5 inch openings in the front doors and 5.25 inch openings in the rear doors.
- Both door panel locations accept either midbass or full-range speaker types, providing flexibility in component selection based on the audio system configuration.
- The front door panels might take priority in speaker upgrades due to their larger 6.5 inch size, which typically allows for extended low-frequency response compared to the smaller rear openings.
- Midbass speakers in these positions would likely handle frequencies from the mid-bass range upward when paired with separate tweeters, while full-range options would reproduce broader frequency ranges without additional components.
- The radio installation space in the 1999 Mercedes-Benz S500 accommodates both single DIN and double DIN head units, suggesting either a convertible pocket or adjustable mounting configuration.
- Sound improvement potential exists through component speaker installation in the front doors, where the 6.5 inch size provides adequate cone area for balanced midrange reproduction and bass extension.
- The rear 5.25 inch speakers may contribute to rear fill or ambient sound distribution depending on the system design and fade settings.