Compare 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specifications by trim levels
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S-Class is a 5-seat from Mercedes-Benz, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $86,700 to $194,000, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Bentley Flying Spur.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 17 to 21 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 73.70mm x 205.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
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Fuel Tank: 23.8 gal
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Wheelbase: 124.6 in
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MPG: 14 city/21 hwy
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0-60 mph: 5.9 sec
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Curb: 4465 lbs
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Tires: P255/45HR18.0 BSW AS
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Cargo: 16.3 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 205 x 73.7 x 58
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Mercedes-Benz S-Class safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Mercedes-Benz S-Class specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Horsepower 382 hp @ 6000 –
604 hp @ 4800 -
Torque 391 lb-ft. –
738 lb-ft. @ 3,000 -
0-60mph / 0-100kmh 4.5 - 5.9 sec
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1/4 mile time 12.9 - 14.4 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 205 in
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Width 73.7 in
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Height 58 in
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Wheelbase 124.6 in
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Curb Weight 4465 lbs
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Turning radius 20 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 109
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 23.8 gal
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City 11 - 14 mpg
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Combined 14 - 18 mpg
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Highway 17 - 21 mpg
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Highway range 404.6 - 499.8 mi
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Specifications 
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Exterior length | |||
| 205.00 in | 205.00 in | 205.00 in | 205.00 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 73.70 in | 73.70 in | 73.70 in | 73.70 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 58.00 in | 58.00 in | 58.00 in | 58.00 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 382 | 510 | 604 | 382 |
| Torque | |||
| 391 | 612 | 738 | 391 |
| Fuel economy - city | |||
| 14 mpg | 11 mpg | 11 mpg | 14 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway | |||
| 21 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 20 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
| 5.90 seconds | 5.10 seconds | 4.50 seconds | 5.50 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time | |||
| 14.40 seconds | 13.60 seconds | 12.90 seconds | 14.10 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed | |||
| 98 mph | 104 mph | 110 mph | 96 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
| 0.90 | 0.80 | 0.90 | 0.90 |
| Slalom speed | |||
| 59 mph | 58 mph | 60 mph | 59 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | |||
| 3.86/3.56 " | 3.23/3.43 " | 3.25/3.66 " | 3.86/3.56 " |
| Curb weight | |||
| 4465.00 lbs | 4895.00 lbs | 5035.00 lbs | 4630.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 124.60 in | 124.60 in | 124.60 in | 124.60 in |
| Front track | |||
| 63.00 " | 63.20 " | 62.00 " | 63.00 " |
| Rear track | |||
| 63.20 " | 63.20 " | 62.00 " | 63.20 " |
| Turning radius | |||
| 20.00 | 20.00 | 20.00 | 20.00 |
| Front legroom | |||
| 41.90 in | 41.90 in | 41.90 in | 41.90 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 42.30 in | 42.30 in | 42.30 in | 42.30 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 37.80 in | 37.80 in | 37.80 in | 37.80 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 38.50 in | 38.50 in | 38.50 in | 38.50 in |
| Front hip room | |||
| 59.90 in | 59.90 in | 59.90 in | 59.90 in |
| Rear hip room | |||
| 59.40 in | 59.40 in | 59.40 in | 59.40 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 59.10 in | 59.10 in | 59.20 in | 59.10 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 58.70 in | 58.70 in | 58.30 in | 58.70 in |
| Luggage volume | |||
| 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) | |||
| 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. | 16.30 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume | |||
| 109 cu.ft. | 109 cu.ft. | 105 cu.ft. | 109 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 23.80 gal. | 23.80 gal. | 23.80 gal. | 23.80 gal. |
| Drag coefficient | |||
| 0.27 | 0.26 | 0.27 | 0.27 |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Exterior length |
| 205.00 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 73.70 in |
| Exterior height |
| 58.00 in |
| Horsepower |
| 518 |
| Torque |
| 465 |
| Fuel economy - city |
| 11 mpg |
| Fuel economy - highway |
| 17 mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
| 5.20 seconds |
| 1/4 mile time |
| 13.50 seconds |
| 1/4 mile speed |
| 107 mph |
| Lateral acceleration (g) |
| 0.90 |
| Slalom speed |
| 60 mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke |
| 4.02/3.72 " |
| Curb weight |
| 4960.00 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 124.60 in |
| Front track |
| 62.00 " |
| Rear track |
| 62.00 " |
| Turning radius |
| 20.00 |
| Front legroom |
| 41.90 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 42.30 in |
| Front headroom |
| 37.80 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 38.50 in |
| Front hip room |
| 59.90 in |
| Rear hip room |
| 59.40 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 59.20 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 58.30 in |
| Luggage volume |
| 16.30 cu.ft. |
| Luggage volume (max) |
| 16.30 cu.ft. |
| Passenger volume |
| 105 cu.ft. |
| Fuel tank |
| 23.80 gal. |
| Drag coefficient |
| 0.27 |
Interior Features
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cell phone | |||
| 4027 | 4027 | – | – |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Air conditioning, front |
| 2820 |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 3 |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
Exterior Features
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires | |||
| P255/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P255/45ZR18.0 BSW performance | P255/35ZR20.0 BSW performance | P255/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Wheels | |||
| 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver forged aluminum | 20" polished multi-piece | 18" silver alloy |
| 2nd row sunroof | |||
| fixed glass with power sunshade | fixed glass with power sunshade | fixed glass with power sunshade | fixed glass with power sunshade |
| Tires - rear | |||
| 275/40ZR10 | 275/45ZR18 | 275/35ZR20 | 275/40ZR10 |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Antenna |
| 3396 |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Sunroof |
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Front tires |
| P255/35ZR20.0 BSW performance |
| Wheels |
| 20" silver forged alloy |
| 2nd row sunroof |
| fixed glass with power sunshade |
| Tires - rear |
| 275/35ZR20 |
Seats
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Front seat type |
| 2986 |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
Entertainment System
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Speakers | |||
| 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Amplifier | |||
| 600W premium | 600W premium | 600W premium | 600W premium |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Radio |
| 3143 |
| Speakers |
| 14 |
| Amplifier |
| 600W premium |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 2 |
Safety and Security Features
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Airbags, frontal |
| 3214 |
| Door curb lights |
| 4 |
Mechanical Features
Base S550 4dr Sedan |
Base S600 4dr Sedan |
Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan |
Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 2.65 | 2.65 | 2.65 | 2.65 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| 3811 | 3811 | – | – |
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Engine |
| 4840 |
| Axle ratio |
| 2.65 |
Other Specs
Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6800 |