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Mercedes-Benz S 430 Sedan

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 430 Sedan
Year2006
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4261 ccm (260.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel city driving14.0 litres/100 km (16.81 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving11.4 litres/100 km (20.72 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving9.2 litres/100 km (25.57 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4261 ccm (260.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power279.00 PS (205 kW or 275 HP) at 5750 Rev. per min.
Max torque400.02 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.1 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke89.9 x 84.0 mm (3.5 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder3
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1479 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Leg room front1060 mm (41.7 inches)
Passenger space3002 litres (793 gallons)
Cargo space436 litres (115 gallons)
Optional cargo space2020 litres (534 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering. Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1887 kg (4,160.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1887 kg (4,160.1 pounds)
Towing weight2100 kg (4,629.7 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase3090 mm (121.7 inches)
Fuel capacity88.0 litres (23.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD77290
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