2007-2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class: Technical Specifications

Updated: 11/23/08

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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2007-2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 

  • Price Range:  $65,600 - $148,800
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Specs for this generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class/CL-Class include everything from fuel mileage to seating capacity to options availability.

Vehicle Dimensions

Specification 4-door sedan
Wheelbase, in. 124.6
Overall Length, in. 205.6
Overall Width, in. 205.0
Overall Height, in. 83.3
Curb Weight, lbs. 4465
Cargo Volume, cu. ft. 16.3
Standard Payload, lbs. --
Fuel Capacity, gals. 23.8
Seating Capacity 5
Front Head Room, in. 37.8
Max. Front Leg Room, in. 41.9
Rear Head Room, in. 38.5
Max. Rear Leg Room, in. 42.3

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.


Powertrain Options and Availability

Four distinct engines have been used in S-Class models. In the S550, a 5.5-liter V8, rated at 382 horsepower, drives a seven-speed automatic transmission. The S63 contains a 518-horsepower, 6.2-liter V8. A turbocharged 510-hp, 5.5-liter V12 went into the S600. The S65 got a 604-horsepower turbo V12. Each V12 engine works with a five-speed automatic transmission. Only the S550 has been offered with all-wheel drive as an alternative to rear-wheel drive.
Engines Size liters /
cu. in
Horse- power Torque Transmission:
EPA city/hgwy
Consumer Guide Observed
dohc V81 5.5 / 333 382 391 7-speed automatic: 14/21 7-speed automatic: --
dohc V81 6.2 / 379 518 465 7-speed automatic: 11/17 7-speed automatic: --
Turbocharged ohc V121 5.5 / 336 510 612 5-speed automatic: 11/17 5-speed automatic: --
Turbocharged ohc V121 6.0 / 365 604 738 5-speed automatic: 11/17 5-speed automatic: --

1. EPA Note: Figures shown are for 2008 models. The Environmental Protection Agency changed its procedure for 2008 to yield more realistic estimates. Therefore, estimated mileage is lower than for prior years.

Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.

Built In:  Germany
Drive Wheels: longitudinal front-engine/rear- or all-wheel drive
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