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Mercedes-Benz S 400 CDI

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 400 CDI
Year2003
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving9.6 litres/100 km (24.50 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3996 ccm (243.84 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power245.00 PS (180 kW or 242 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque560.00 Nm (57.1 kgf-m or 413.1 ft.lbs) at 1700 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed245.0 km/h (152.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1231 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4220 litres (1,115 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)
Optional cargo space3310 litres (875 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1990 kg (4,387.2 pounds)
Max weight with load2475 kg (5,456.4 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length5050 mm (198.8 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3110 mm (122.4 inches)
Fuel capacity90.0 litres (23.78 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions285.0 g/km
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