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2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 HYBRID

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 HYBRID is a 295-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 7-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine TypeNaturally aspirated V6 + mild hybrid electric motor
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower295 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque284 lb-ft @ 2400-5000 rpm (system; 258 lb-ft ICE @ 3000-5500 rpm) rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke92.9 x 86.0
Compression Ratio10.7:1
Injection TypeNaturally aspirated, variable-length intake manifold
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic
1st Gear4.38 (54 mph **)
2nd Gear2.86 (82 mph **)
3rd Gear1.92 (122 mph **)
4th Gear1.37 (171 mph **)
5th Gear1 (234 mph **)
6th Gear0.82 (286 mph **)
7th Gear0.73 (321 mph **)
Reverse3.42
Final Drive2.23
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionFour-link, anti-lift, gas-pressurized shock absorbers, stabilizer bar; four-wheel independent
Rear SuspensionMultilink independent, anti-squat and anti-dive
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc13.2 in. diameter, 1.3 in. thickness
Rear Brake Disc11.8 in. diameter, 0.45 in. thickness
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.5J × 18 in.
Wheels Rear8.5J × 18 in.
Tires Front255/45 R18
Tires Rear255/45 R18
Dimensions & Weight
Length206.5 in
Width73.7 in
Height58 in
Wheelbase124.6 in
Front Track62.9 in
Rear Track63.2 in
Ground Clearance5.75 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft³
Curb Weight4,630 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear38.5 in
Legroom Front41.9 in
Legroom Rear42.3 in
Shoulder Room Front59.1 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.7 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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