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2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan E550 Sedan

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan E550 Sedan is a 382-hp 5.5-liter V8 sedan with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 18 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally aspirated V8
Displacement5.5 L
Horsepower382 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque391 lb-ft @ 2800-4800 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke98.0 x 90.5
Compression Ratio10.7:1
Injection TypeNaturally aspirated, magnesium two-stage resonance intake manifold
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic
1st Gear4.38 (46 mph **)
2nd Gear2.86 (70 mph **)
3rd Gear1.92 (105 mph **)
4th Gear1.37 (147 mph **)
5th Gear1 (201 mph **)
6th Gear0.82 (245 mph **)
7th Gear0.73 (275 mph **)
Reverse3.42
Final Drive2.47
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent 3-link, AIRMATIC air spring, damper with damping valve, torsion bar
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link, AIRMATIC air spring, damper with damping valve, torsion bar
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc13.5 in. diameter
Rear Brake Disc12.6 in. diameter
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.0J × 17 in.
Wheels Rear8.0J × 17 in.
Tires Front245/45 R17
Tires Rear245/45 R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length191.7 in
Width75.9 in
Height57.7 in
Wheelbase113.1 in
Front Track62.2 in
Rear Track63 in
Ground Clearance4.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft³
Curb Weight4,145 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.9 in
Headroom Rear38.2 in
Legroom Front41.3 in
Legroom Rear35.8 in
Shoulder Room Front57.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.9 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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