Mercedes S-Class Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1998–2005)

Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

The Mercedes S-Class engine range balances strong performance with everyday usability. Petrol options like the S600 5.8 and S500 5.0 deliver smooth, responsive power, while the S320CDI 3.2 diesel offers impressive torque and efficiency. Each pairs with an automatic gearbox and rear-wheel drive for relaxed cruising.

Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Limousine Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
S600 5.8 AT	Gasoline	5786 cm³	367 hp	270 kW	530 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S500 5.0 AT	Gasoline	4966 cm³	306 hp	225 kW	460 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S600 5.5 AT	Gasoline	5513 cm³	500 hp	368 kW	800 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD

Sedan Long — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Long Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
S280 2.8 AT	Gasoline	2799 cm³	204 hp	150 kW	270 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S600 5.8 AT	Gasoline	5786 cm³	367 hp	270 kW	530 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S320 3.2 AT	Gasoline	3199 cm³	224 hp	165 kW	315 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S430 4.3 AT	Gasoline	4266 cm³	279 hp	205 kW	400 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S500 5.0 AT	Gasoline	4966 cm³	306 hp	225 kW	460 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S320CDI 3.2 AT	Diesel	3224 cm³	197 hp	145 kW	470 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD

Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions
Modification	Engine type	Engine capacity	Maximum power	Maximum power, kw	Maximum torque N⋅m	Transmission	Type of drive
S280 2.8 AT	Gasoline	2799 cm³	204 hp	150 kW	270 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S320 3.2 AT	Diesel	3224 cm³	197 hp	145 kW	470 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S400 4.0 AT	Diesel	3996 cm³	250 hp	184 kW	560 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S320 3.2 AT	Gasoline	3199 cm³	224 hp	165 kW	315 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S430 4.3 AT	Gasoline	4266 cm³	279 hp	205 kW	400 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD
S500 5.0 AT	Gasoline	4966 cm³	306 hp	225 kW	460 N⋅m	Automatic	RWD

Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Limousine Mercedes S-Class Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
S600 5.8 AT	6158 mm	1855 mm	1462 mm	4085 mm	1960 kg	2460 kg	150 mm
S500 5.0 AT	6158 mm	1855 mm	1462 mm	4085 mm	1855 kg	2400 kg	150 mm
S600 5.5 AT	6158 mm	1855 mm	1462 mm	4085 mm	2500 kg	Not provided	150 mm

Sedan Long — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Sedan Long Mercedes S-Class Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
S280 2.8 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1770 kg	2300 kg	150 mm
S600 5.8 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1960 kg	2460 kg	150 mm
S320 3.2 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1800 kg	2330 kg	150 mm
S430 4.3 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1895 kg	2420 kg	150 mm
S500 5.0 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1855 kg	2380 kg	150 mm
S320CDI 3.2 AT	5158 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	3085 mm	1875 kg	2475 kg	150 mm

Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Sedan Mercedes S-Class Dimensions
Modification	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight	Max weight	Ground clearance, minimum
S280 2.8 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1770 kg	2300 kg	150 mm
S320 3.2 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1830 kg	2430 kg	150 mm
S400 4.0 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1990 kg	2475 kg	150 mm
S320 3.2 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1770 kg	2300 kg	150 mm
S430 4.3 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1875 kg	2400 kg	150 mm
S500 5.0 AT	5042 mm	1854 mm	1445 mm	2965 mm	1855 kg	2400 kg	150 mm

Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Limousine Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
S600 5.8 AT	500 l
S500 5.0 AT	500 l
S600 5.5 AT	500 l

Sedan Long — Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Sedan Long Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
S280 2.8 AT	500 l
S600 5.8 AT	500 l
S320 3.2 AT	500 l
S430 4.3 AT	500 l
S500 5.0 AT	500 l
S320CDI 3.2 AT	500 l

Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Sedan Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space
Modification	Trunk volume min
S280 2.8 AT	500 l
S320 3.2 AT	500 l
S400 4.0 AT	500 l
S320 3.2 AT	500 l
S430 4.3 AT	500 l
S500 5.0 AT	500 l

Mercedes S-Class Trims and Equipment

Mercedes S-Class trim levels shape comfort and convenience without altering core powertrains. For example, the S320 3.2 AT in Sedan Long form offers a configuration called Standart. This provides a well-equipped base, while other versions may add extended features, allowing buyers to tailor luxury to their needs.

Mercedes S-Class Trims and Equipment
Modification	Body	Equipment
S320 3.2 AT	Sedan Long	Standart
S430 4.3 AT	Sedan Long	Standart
S500 5.0 AT	Sedan Long	Standart
S320CDI 3.2 AT	Sedan Long	Standart
S320 3.2 AT	Sedan	Standart
S430 4.3 AT	Sedan	Standart
S500 5.0 AT	Sedan	Standart

Mercedes S-Class Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1998–2005) — Fourth Generation

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Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Long — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Engines and Transmissions

Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Sedan Long — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Dimensions

Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Limousine — Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

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Sedan — Mercedes S-Class Cargo Space

Mercedes S-Class Trims and Equipment

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