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Mercedes-Benz S 500 L

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 500 L
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4965 ccm (302.96 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4965 ccm (302.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power306.20 PS (225 kW or 302 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque460.00 Nm (46.9 kgf-m or 339.3 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1633 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (492.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1875 kg (4,133.7 pounds)
Overall length5160 mm (203.1 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2970 mm (116.9 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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