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Mercedes-Benz S 55 AMG L

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 55 AMG L
Year2002
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5437 ccm (331.77 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving19.7 litres/100 km (11.94 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving13.2 litres/100 km (17.82 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.5 litres/100 km (24.76 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5437 ccm (331.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power499.90 PS (368 kW or 493 HP) at 6100 Rev. per min.
Max torque700.00 Nm (71.4 kgf-m or 516.3 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke97.0 x 92.0 mm (3.8 x 3.6 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)4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2493 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2005 kg (4,420.3 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 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

CO2 emissions317.0 g/km
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