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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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WB
GC
Boot
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Power
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Fuel
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Gears
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Platform
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Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Fuel
Fuel
Combined
Combined
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | AMG S 63 V8 AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 525 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | AMG S 63 V8 AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT | 7 | 544 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | AMG S 65 5G-TRONIC | 5 | 612 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | AMG S 65 V12 Automatic | 5 | 630 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 7G-TRONIC PLUS | 7 | 204 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 350 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 7 | 272 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 350 G-TRONIC | 7 | 272 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 350 BlueEFFICIENCY G-TRONIC | 7 | 306 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 7 | 235 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY G-TRONIC | 7 | 235 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 350 CDI BlueTEC 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 7 | 258 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 350 CDI BlueTEC G-TRONIC | 7 | 258 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 400 V6 HYBRID 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 299 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 420 CDI V8 7G-TRONIC | 7 | 320 HP | Diesel | — |
| AT | S 450 V8 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 7 | 340 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 450 V8 G-TRONIC | 7 | 340 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 500 BlueEFFICIENCY G-TRONIC | 7 | 435 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 500 V8 4MATIC G-TRONIC | 7 | 388 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 500 V8 G-TRONIC | 7 | 388 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | S 600 V12 Automatic | 5 | 517 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
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 AMG S 63 V8 (525 Hp) AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 s, reaches a top speed of 250 km/h and is 5226 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 5226 mm long, 1871 mm wide, 1479 mm tall, with a 3165 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Mercedes-Benz S-class?
The Mercedes-Benz S-class AMG S 63 V8 (525 Hp) AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Mercedes-Benz S-class Long V221 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2009–2010 |
| Platform | Mercedes-Benz W221 |
| Variant | AMG S 63 V8 (525 Hp) AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Emission standard | Euro 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 525 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 6800 rpm |
| Torque | 630 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 5200 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 4.6 s |
| 0–62 mph | 4.6 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M156.984 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 6208 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 102.2 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 9.4 L |
| Coolant | 9.4 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 | 7 |
| Gearbox code | amg-722.9 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | Mercedes Benz |
Dimensions
| Length | 5226 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1871 mm |
| Height | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3165 mm |
| Front track | 1600 mm |
| Rear track | 1606 mm |
| Boot space | 560 L |
| Turning circle | 12.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 2065 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 2640 kg |
| Max load | 575 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined (NEDC) | 14.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (NEDC) | 347 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 90.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Hydraulic Elements Double Wishbone Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic Elements Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | Front wheel tires: 255/40 R19Rear wheel tires: 275/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims | Front wheel rims: 8.5J x 19Rear wheel rims: 9.5J x 19 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 3.9 kg/Hp, 254.2 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.3 kg/Nm, 305.1 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 100 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2009 |
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| End Of Production | 2010 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2120 |
| Front Overhang | 888 |
| Rear Overhang | 1173 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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