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2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG

The 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG is a 536-hp 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 with a 7-speed amg speedshift mct and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 18 mpg combined.

Spec Value
Engine
Engine TypeAMG twin-turbocharged V8
Displacement5.5 L
Boost Pressure14.2 psi
Horsepower536 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque590 lb-ft @ 2000-4500 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC with variable valve timing, 4 valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke98.1 x 90.4
Compression Ratio10.0:1
Injection TypeAMG twin-turbocharged direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT
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 (276 mph **)
Reverse3.42
Final Drive2.65
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway23 MPG
Combined18 MPG
Suspension
Front SuspensionFour-link, Active Body Control; ABC active suspension with automatic level control
Rear SuspensionMultilink independent, Active Body Control; ABC active suspension with automatic level control
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc15.4 in. diameter, 1.4 in. thickness (ventilated/perforated)
Rear Brake Disc14.4 in. diameter, 1.02 in. thickness (ventilated/perforated)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.5J × 20 in.
Wheels Rear9.5J × 20 in.
Tires Front255/35 ZR20
Tires Rear275/35 ZR20
Dimensions & Weight
Length206.7 in
Width73.7 in
Height58 in
Wheelbase124.6 in
Front Track62.9 in
Rear Track63.2 in
Ground Clearance5.51 in
Cargo Volume16.4 ft³
Curb Weight4,916 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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