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    2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    The 2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a luxury. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $197,500.

    There is 1 variant of the S-Class available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-2014.

    The 2016 S-Class was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.

    Engine options for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class include 3.0L v6 turbo (190kW/620Nm), 3.0L v6 turbo (245kW/480Nm), 3.0L v6 turbo hybrid (325kW/650Nm), 4.7L v8 turbo (335kW/700Nm) and 6.0L v12 turbo (390kW/830Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 9-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed automatic with manual mode transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $197,500 - $354,500
    Transmission
    7 or 9-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Premium Unleaded, or Electric
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev
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    Retail Price
    $197,500 - $354,500
    Transmission
    7 or 9-speed auto
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Diesel, Premium Unleaded, or Electric
    Body Types
    Sedan
    Powertrain Type
    Combustion or Phev

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    2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Available Variants

    The Mercedes-Benz S-Class comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.

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    Power to Weight
    97.19 - 178.49 kW/t
    97.19 kW/t
    217.07 kW/t
    Boot Space
    395 - 530 litres
    335 litres
    530 litres
    Fuel Efficiency
    2.8 - 11.3 L/100km
    2.8 L/100km
    13.7 L/100km
    Vehicle Range
    708 - 1,167 km
    708 km
    1,472 km
    Warranty (Years)
    3 years
    3 years
    5 years
    Warranty (Distance)
    Unlimited
    Unlimited
    Years on Sale
    5 years
    1 year
    2 years
    Service Interval
    12 months
    12 months
    36 months

    Battery & Charging

    Vehicle Range (EV)
    33 km
    33 km
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    Base

    2025

    $229,900

    Year
    2025
    Engine Type
    3.0L Mhev
    4.0L Mhev
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sedan
    Number of Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    280 kW
    370 kW

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    2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Dimensions

    5,116 mm
    1,899 mm
    1,496 mm
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
    SpecificationMeasurement
    Overall Length5,116 mm
    Overall Width1,899 mm
    Overall Height1,496 mm
    Wheelbase3,035 mm
    Turning Circle11,900 mm
    Load Capacity700 mm

    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the base variant that starts from $197,500.

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    The most expensive Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the base variant that starts from $354,500.

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    The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class is offered by the base variant which can tow 2100 kg.

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    The largest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the base variant which measures 1899mm wide, 5246mm in length and sits 1496mm tall.

    The most powerful Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the base variant which has 390kW of power and 830nm of torque.

    The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.

    The heaviest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 2825 kg.

    The Mercedes-Benz S-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Premium Unleaded, Diesel or Electric.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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