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Mercedes-Benz S 550

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 550
Year2003
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5513 ccm (336.40 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5513 ccm (336.40 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 12 cylinder
Max power500.00 PS (368 kW or 493 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque800.00 Nm (81.6 kgf-m or 590.1 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2427 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5730 litres (1,514 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2060 kg (4,541.5 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase3090 mm (121.7 inches)
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