← Back to Search

2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan S550

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan S550 is a 449-hp 4.7-liter turbocharged V8 sedan with a 9g-tronic 9-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $96,600 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$96,600
MSRP with Destination$97,525
Destination Charge$925
Engine
Engine Type4.7L V8 Biturbo
Displacement4.7 L
Horsepower449 hp
Torque516 lb-ft
Redline6,300 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4-valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke92.9 x 86.0
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeTwin-turbocharged V8 direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic
1st Gear5.35 (39 mph **)
2nd Gear3.24 (65 mph **)
3rd Gear2.25 (93 mph **)
4th Gear1.64 (128 mph **)
5th Gear1.21 (173 mph **)
6th Gear1 (210 mph **)
7th Gear0.86 (244 mph **)
8th Gear0.72 (291 mph **)
9th Gear0.6 (350 mph **)
Reverse4.8
Final Drive2.47
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Tank Capacity24.6 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent multi-link with air spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping and tubular torsion bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link with air spring, single-tube shock absorber with continuously adjustable damping and tubular torsion bar
Turning Diameter40.4 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc14.6 in diameter / 1.4 in thick
Rear Brake Disc14.2 in diameter / 1.0 in thick
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.0J x 18 in (Cast)
Wheels Rear8.0J x 18 in (Cast)
Tires Front245/50 R18
Tires Rear245/50 R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length206.5 in
Width75 in
Height58.7 in
Wheelbase124.6 in
Front Track63 in
Rear Track63.2 in
Ground Clearance5.12 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft³
Curb Weight4,630 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.7 in
Headroom Rear37.4 in
Legroom Front41.4 in
Legroom Rear43.1 in
Shoulder Room Front59.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear59.1 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
← Back to Search