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2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
$89,350 - $198,950Starting MSRP
Model Highlights
Fuel Economy
13 MPG Comb.
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Seatings
5 Seats
Overview
The S-Class comes in two primary trims, the V-8-powered S550 and the V-12-powered S600. The S550 produces a 382-horsepower via a 5.5L V8, while the S600 features a 510-horsepower 5.5L V-12. There are also two high-performance AMG versions, the S63...
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EPA Classification: Large
Engine Order Code:
Engine Type: Gas V12
Displacement: 6.0L/365
Fuel System: SFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 604 @ 4800 - 5100
SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 738 @ 2000 - 4000
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code:
Trans Type: 5
Trans Description Cont.: Automatic
Trans Description Cont. Again:
First Gear Ratio (:1): 3.60
Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.19
Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.41
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.83
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1):
Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.17
Clutch Size (in):
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 2.65
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1):
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 13
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 11
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 17
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): - TBD -
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts): - TBD -
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 5035
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs):
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs):
Suspension Type - Front: Independent
Suspension Type - Rear: Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/4-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/5-Arm
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm): - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in): - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in):
Brake Type: Pwr
Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 15.4 x 1.4
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 14.4 x 1.0
Drum - Rear (Yes or ):
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in):
Front Tire Order Code:
Rear Tire Order Code:
Spare Tire Order Code:
Front Tire Size: P255/35R20
Rear Tire Size: P275/35R20
Spare Tire Size: - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in): 20 x 8.5
Rear Wheel Size (in): 20 x 9.5
Spare Wheel Size (in): - TBD -
Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material: - TBD -
Steering Type: Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 17.83
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.8
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 40.0
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft): - TBD -
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal): 23.8
Wheelbase (in): 124.6
Length, Overall (in): 205.0
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in): 73.7
Height, Overall (in): 58.0
Track Width, Front (in): 63.1
Track Width, Rear (in): 63.2
Min Ground Clearance (in): 5.75
Liftover Height (in): - TBD -
Trunk Volume (ft³): 16.3
Passenger Capacity: 5
Passenger Volume (ft³): 109.0
Front Head Room (in): 37.8
Front Leg Room (in): 41.9
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Hip Room (in): 60.8
Second Head Room (in): 38.5
Second Leg Room (in): 42.3
Second Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Second Hip Room (in): 60.9
Vehicle Name: Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 0
Pricing
This model has 5 different trims.
MSRP
$198,950
Invoice
$185,024
Description
6.0L/365, 604 @ 4800 - 5100, Automatic
Fuel Economy
This model has 5 different trims.
City
11 MPG
Hwy
17 MPG
Combined
13 MPG
Description
6.0L/365, 604 @ 4800 - 5100, Automatic
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