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Mercedes-Benz S 580

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 580
Year1999
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5789 ccm (353.24 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5789 ccm (353.24 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 12 cylinder
Max power367.00 PS (270 kW or 362 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque540.00 Nm (55.1 kgf-m or 398.3 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke84.1 x 87.0 mm (3.3 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1872 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5780 litres (1,527 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1960 kg (4,321.1 pounds)
Overall length5160 mm (203.1 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase3090 mm (121.7 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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