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Mercedes-Benz S-class W221 Facelift (2009–2013) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 5 2005 - 2013 W221 Sedan
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Mercedes-Benz S-class W221 Facelift overview

The Mercedes-Benz S-class (W221 Facelift) is the 5th generation of the S-class, built from 2009 to 2013. It is offered as a Sedan with 15 engines (diesel, petrol), from 204 HP to 630 HP. The 450 SE V8 (217 Hp) Automatic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 s, reaches a top speed of 210 km/h and is 4960 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz S-class have?

The Mercedes-Benz S-class (W221 Facelift) has 204 HP to 630 HP, depending on the engine: 2.1 Om651 (204 HP), 3.0 Om642 (235 HP), 3.0 Om642 (258 HP), 3.5 M272 (272 HP), 3.5 M272 (279 HP), 3.5 M276 (306 HP), 4.0 Om629 (320 HP), 4.7 M273 (340 HP), 5.5 M273 (388 HP), 4.7 M278 (435 HP), 5.5 M275 (517 HP), 6.2 M156 (525 HP), 5.5 M157 (544 HP), 6.0 M275 (612 HP), 6.0 M275 (630 HP).

What engines are available for the Mercedes-Benz S-class?

The Mercedes-Benz S-class is available with 15 engines: 2.1 Om651 (204 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om642 (235 HP, diesel), 3.0 Om642 (258 HP, diesel), 3.5 M272 (272 HP, petrol), 3.5 M272 (279 HP, petrol), 3.5 M276 (306 HP, petrol), 4.0 Om629 (320 HP, diesel), 4.7 M273 (340 HP, petrol), 5.5 M273 (388 HP, petrol), 4.7 M278 (435 HP, petrol), 5.5 M275 (517 HP, petrol), 6.2 M156 (525 HP, petrol), 5.5 M157 (544 HP, petrol), 6.0 M275 (612 HP, petrol), 6.0 M275 (630 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz S-class?

The Mercedes-Benz S-class is 4960 mm long, 1870 mm wide, 1425 mm tall, with a 2860 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Mercedes-Benz S-class?

The Mercedes-Benz S-class 450 SE V8 (217 Hp) Automatic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 s and has a top speed of 210 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Mercedes-Benz S-class SE W116
Year 1972–1978
Platform Mercedes-Benz W116
Variant 450 SE V8 (217 Hp) Automatic
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4

Power & torque

Power 217 HP
Power @ max rpm 5000 rpm
Torque 360 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3250 rpm

Performance

Top speed 210 km/h
0–100 km/h 9.3 s
0–62 mph 9.3 s

Engine

Engine code M117.983
Displacement 4520 cc
Cylinders 8
Configuration V Engine
Bore 92.0 mm
Stroke 85.0 mm
Compression ratio 8.8
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain sohc
Oil capacity 9.0 L
Coolant 14.0 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type torque_converter
Gears 3
Gearbox code 722.0
Gearbox manufacturer Mercedes Benz

Dimensions

Length 4960 mm
Width 1870 mm
Height 1425 mm
Wheelbase 2860 mm
Front track 1521 mm
Rear track 1505 mm
Boot space 530 L

Mass

Kerb weight 1730 kg
Max weight 2250 kg
Max load 520 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 14.5 L/100km
Fuel tank 96.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Double Wishbone
Rear suspension Threaded Twist Beam
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Cone Worm With Recirculation Balls
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size Front wheel tires: 205/70 R14Rear wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel rims Front wheel rims: 6.5J x 14Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 8 kg/Hp, 125.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.8 kg/Nm, 208.1 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1972
End Of Production 1978

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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