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Choosing the right used Mercedes-Benz S-Class radiator

Used radiators vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:

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Fitment questions

Will a radiator from a 2014 S-Class fit my 2018 S-Class?

The current W222 S-Class ran from 2013 to 2020, with a facelift in 2017, so a 2014 and a 2018 car sit either side of that facelift boundary. Within the same engine code the radiator design is often shared across a generation, but mounting points and ancillary connections can change at a facelift, so you should confirm cross-facelift compatibility with the breaker against both registration numbers before buying.

Does the engine code matter when buying a used S-Class radiator?

Yes, the engine code is the single most important detail for radiator fitment — a 3.0-litre diesel S350d and a 4.0-litre petrol S560 may share a body but will have completely different cooling requirements and radiator sizes. You'll find your engine code on your V5C or by running a VIN check, and giving it to the breaker is the most reliable way to get the right part. Never rely on the badge alone, as Mercedes uses the same model name across very different engines.

Does the trim level affect which radiator I need — for example, does an AMG Line S-Class need a different radiator to a standard S-Class?

AMG Line is a cosmetic and equipment trim level, not a different mechanical specification, so it does not determine which radiator you need — what matters is your engine code, fuel type, and gearbox type. A standard S350d and an AMG Line S350d with identical engine codes will take the same radiator. You may receive a radiator from a car with different interior or exterior trim, and that is perfectly fine for fitment purposes.

Is there a difference between the radiator on a W221 and a W222 S-Class?

The W221 ran from 2005 to 2013 and the W222 from 2013 to 2020, and these are distinct generations with different bodyshells and cooling systems, so their radiators are not the same. Always match the part to your generation first, then narrow it down by engine code, which is the most reliable guide to exact fitment. Confirm the specific part number with the breaker against your registration to be certain.

Will a radiator from a diesel S-Class fit my petrol S-Class of the same year?

Fuel type directly affects the cooling demands placed on a radiator, so a diesel and a petrol S-Class — even from the same year and generation — will typically use different radiators. Supply the breaker with your exact engine code rather than just the fuel type, as there are multiple petrol and diesel variants within the S-Class range and the engine code pinpoints the correct specification. Do not assume interchangeability between fuel types without the breaker confirming it against both registration numbers.

I have an S63 AMG — can I use a radiator from a standard S500 to save money?

The S63 AMG uses a high-output twin-turbocharged V8 engine with its own specific cooling requirements, and its radiator is engineered to match that engine code rather than the S500's different V8 unit. Although both cars sit within the same W222 generation, the AMG powertrain is a distinct mechanical specification, so cross-fitment between these engine families is not straightforward. Give the breaker your engine code and registration and ask them to confirm compatibility before purchasing.