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Overview
The 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Base is a rear-wheel drive, 4-door Sedan that was released to the Australian market on 2nd October 2009 classified as a W/V221. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is regarded as a Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $293,760 before on-road costs.
This Mercedes-Benz S-Class is powered by a 5.5L 8-cylinder engine that has 285 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 530 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Seven-speed Automatic transmission. Mercedes-Benz claims the S-Class Base uses 10.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 260g of CO2. It has a 90L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 826km per full tank
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class measures 1473mm (58.0 inches) in height, 5076mm (199.8 inches) in length, 1872mm (73.7 inches) in width with a 3035mm (119.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1940kg (4277.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The S-Class Base comes standard with 255/40 R19 front tyres and 275/40 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
88.49 - 204.87 kW/t
88.49 kW/t
204.87 kW/t
Boot Space
560 litres
315 litres
560 litres
Fuel Efficiency
7 - 14.5 L/100km
6.8 L/100km
15.8 L/100km
Vehicle Range
621 - 1,286 km
510 km
1,286 km
Price
$213,428 - $499,200
$158,600
$1,355,000
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
5 years
2 years
6 years
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Dimensions
5,076 mm
1,872 mm
1,473 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 5,076 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,872 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,035 mm |
| Load Capacity | 605 mm |
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Sales Data
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Explore Mercedes-Benz S-Class Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Digital Television Back of Front Seats: yes
Location: Back Of Front Seats
Back of Front Seats TV: yes
Front Dual-View Screen: yes
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 5.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 260
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 98.0
Engine (cc): 5461
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 5.5
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 90.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 23.8
Main Capacity (L): 90
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 19.8
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 826
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 513
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 36
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.1
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 16.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 17
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 14
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 5.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 388
Maximum Power (kW): 285
Maximum Torque (Nm): 530
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Wood & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: air
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: air
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Body Style
Body Type: Sedan
Local Body Type: Sedan
Platform Code: W221
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 560
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 63.1
Front Track (mm): 1604
Overall Height (in): 58.0
Overall Height (mm): 1473
Overall Length (in): 199.8
Overall Length (mm): 5076
Overall Width (in): 73.7
Overall Width (mm): 1872
Rear Track (in): 63.2
Rear Track (mm): 1606
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 38.7
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11800
Wheelbase (in): 119.5
Wheelbase (mm): 3035
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.5
Front Headroom (mm): 1004
Rear Headroom (in): 38.7
Rear Headroom (mm): 983
Front Hip Room (in): 60.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1544
Rear Hip Room (in): 60.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1547
Front Shoulder Room (in): 59.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1502
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 58.7
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1490
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2100
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2545
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5611
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1940
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4277
Audio System
Brand Name: Harman/Kardon
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: DVD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 14
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Neck Support: yes
Rear Seats Electric Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 4
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Individual Rear Location: Individual Rear
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Digital Display: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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