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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 S 350 BlueEFFICIENCY (306 Hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 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 S 350 BlueEFFICIENCY (306 Hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.9 s and has a top speed of 250 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Mercedes-Benz S-class Long V221 facelift
Year 2011–2013
Platform Mercedes-Benz W221
Variant S 350 BlueEFFICIENCY (306 Hp) 4MATIC G-TRONIC
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4
Emission standard Euro 5

Power & torque

Power 306 HP
Power @ max rpm 6500 rpm
Torque 370 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3500 rpm

Performance

Top speed 250 km/h
0–100 km/h 6.9 s
0–62 mph 6.9 s

Engine

Engine code M276.950
Displacement 3498 cc
Cylinders 6
Configuration V Engine
Compression ratio 12
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Oil capacity 6.5 L
Engine layout Front Longitudinal

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type torque_converter
Gears 7
Gearbox code 722.9-7g-tronic-plus
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 1970 kg
Max weight 2630 kg
Max load 660 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.1 L/100km
Fuel urban 10.8 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.5 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 189 g/km
Fuel tank 83.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front brakes disc
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 235/55 R17
Wheel rims 17
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 6.4 kg/Hp, 155.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.8 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2011
End Of Production 2013
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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