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Mercedes-Benz S 600

General information

ModelMercedes-Benz S 600
Year1998
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5786 ccm (353.06 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving19.9 litres/100 km (11.82 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving13.4 litres/100 km (17.55 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
Displacement5786 ccm (353.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeV12
Max power367.00 PS (270 kW or 362 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque530.00 Nm (54.0 kgf-m or 390.9 ft.lbs) at 4250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke84.0 x 87.0 mm (3.3 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1803 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 345 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 315 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2040 kg (4,497.4 pounds)
Overall length5160 mm (203.1 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)
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