Specifications

Mercedes-Benz S500L

  • Engine: V8 quadcam 32-valve
  • Capacity: 5461cc
  • Power: 285kW at 6000rpm
  • Torque: 530Nm at 2800rpm
  • Specific power: 52kW per litre
  • Specific torque: 97Nm per litre
  • Power to weight: 144kW per tonne
  • Torque to weight: 267Nm per tonne
  • Transmission: 7-speed, G-Tronic
  • 0-100km/h (c): 5.4 seconds
  • 0-100km/h (g): 6.1 seconds
  • Quarter mile (g): 14.3 secs (159km/h)
  • 80-120km/h (kick-down) (g): 5.2 seconds
  • 120-160km/h (kick-down) (g): 6.9 seconds
  • Maximum speed 250km/h
  • Warranty: Two-year and unlimited kilometres
  • Maintenance plan: six-year or 120 000km stepped plan
  • Price: R1 230 000
  • Options fitted: Distronic, massage seats, elec. rear seats
  • Price as tested: R1 278 300
  • CIA rating: 8 of 10
  • Fuel use overall: 12.5 litres per 100km
  • Fuel capacity: 91 litres
  • CO2 emissions: 424g\kg
  • Range: 728km