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The 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is regarded as a luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $240,000 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz S-Class is powered by a 5.5L 8-cylinder engine that has 285 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 530 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 90L fuel tank
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class measures 1473mm (58.0 inches) in height, 5076mm (199.8 inches) in length, 1871mm (73.7 inches) in width with a 3035mm (119.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1940kg (4277.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The S-Class Base comes standard with 235/55 R17 front tyres and 235/55 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
86.5 - 186.47 kW/t
86.5 kW/t
186.47 kW/t
Boot Space
560 litres
440 litres
560 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
140,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
5 years
1 year
2 years
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Dimensions
5,076 mm
1,871 mm
1,473 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,076 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,871 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,035 mm |
| Load Capacity | 605 mm |
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Explore Mercedes-Benz S-Class Features & Specs
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 6
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 8
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 279
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 98
Engine (cc): 5461
Compression Ratio: 10.7
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.5
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Engine Orientation: Longitudinal
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 11.7
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 20
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.5
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 28
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 17.4
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 14
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 388
Maximum Power (kW): 285
Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Wood & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: W221
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 560
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.1
Front Track (mm): 1604
Overall Height (in): 58
Overall Height (mm): 1473
Overall Length (in): 199.8
Overall Length (mm): 5076
Overall Width (in): 73.7
Overall Width (mm): 1871
Rear Track (in): 63.2
Rear Track (mm): 1606
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Wheelbase (in): 119.5
Wheelbase (mm): 3035
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.6
Front Headroom (mm): 1005
Rear Headroom (in): 38.8
Rear Headroom (mm): 986
Front Hip Room (in): 60.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1545
Rear Hip Room (in): 60.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1548
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1502
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1490
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Tinted Glass
Location: Cabin
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2545
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5611
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1940
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4277
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 14
Load Restraint
Type: net
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Wood/Woodgrain
Gear Selector: Wood/Woodgrain
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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