Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) · Facelift 2026
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) · Facelift 2026 S 580 V8vsMercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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S 580 V8
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.0 s
- Fastest top speed265 km/h165 mph Unrestricted250 km/h155 mph Restricted
- Most powerful537 hp400 kW
- Highest torque750 Nm553 lb-ft
- Lightest2,175 kg4,795 lb
- Best power-to-weight247 hp/t184 kW/t4.1 kg/hp
- Largest trunk530 L
- Best overall score83/100
- Best performance score86/100
- Best practicality score77/100
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8
- Lowest combined fuel consumption10.9 L/100 km21.6 mpg US25.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range697 km433 mi
- Best economy score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 537hp400kW | 503hp375kW |
| Torque | 750Nm553lb-ft | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,175kg4,795lb | 2,215kg4,883lb |
| Gross weight | 2,895kg6,382lb | 2,910kg6,415lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 38.0s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated | 47.1s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.0s | 4.8s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.7s Calculated | 14.3s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.8s Calculated | 4.6s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 11.2L/100 km21mpg US25.2mpg UK | 10.9L/100 km21.6mpg US25.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | - | 15.7L/100 km15mpg US18.0mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | - | 8.1L/100 km29mpg US34.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.8s Calculated | 12.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 247hp/t184kW/t112hp/1000 lb Calculated | 227hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 345Nm/t231lb-ft/ton Calculated | 316Nm/t211lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 679km422mi Calculated | 697km433mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,982cc243cu in | 3,982cc243cu in |
| Length | 5,194mm204in | 5,469mm215in |
| Width | 1,921mm76in | 1,921mm76in |
| Height | 1,503mm59in | 1,510mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 3,106mm122in | 3,396mm134in |
| Front track | 1,660mm65in | 1,655mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,688mm66in | 1,683mm66in |
| Ground clearance | - | 130mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 530L | 505L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 76L | 76L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 5,500-6,100 rpm | 2,500-4,500 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 5,500 rpm | 2,000-4,500 rpm | 5,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.8 s | 4.6 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.0 s | 4.8 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.7 s | 14.3 s |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.1 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.3 s | 5.8 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.8 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.0 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.8 s | 12.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 201 km/h 125 mph | 189 km/h 117 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 537 hp 400 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 503 hp 375 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8 has 34 hp more than Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8 and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8: 34 hp (25 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 2,175 kg 4,795 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 2,215 kg 4,883 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 4.8 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8 and Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8: 0.8 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 10.9 L/100 km 21.6 mpg US 25.9 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 679 km 422 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 697 km 433 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 537 hp 400 kW | 4.0 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 503 hp 375 kW | 4.8 s | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 |
| 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 |
| 10.9 L/100 km 21.6 mpg US 25.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8 is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 10.9 L/100 km 21.6 mpg US 25.9 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 10.9 L/100 km 21.6 mpg US 25.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)Facelift 2026S 580 V8 | Mercedes-BenzMaybach S-class (Z223)S 580 V8 | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 537 hp 400 kW | 503 hp 375 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.0 s | 4.8 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,175 kg 4,795 lb | 2,215 kg 4,883 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 11.2 L/100 km 21.0 mpg US 25.2 mpg UK | 10.9 L/100 km 21.6 mpg US 25.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 679 km 422 mi | 697 km 433 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 530 L 18.7 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 247 hp/t 184 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 227 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8 | Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8 |
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| Consumption | 11.2 L/100 km21 mpg US25.2 mpg UK | 10.9 L/100 km21.6 mpg US25.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 19.60 LC100 km | 19.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 31.54 LC100 mi | 30.70 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,680 L444 US gal370 UK gal | 1,635 L432 US gal360 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,940 LC/year | 2,861 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) Facelift 2026 S 580 V8
- Has 34 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 40 kg lighter
- Is 0.8 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 20 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 25 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest combined fuel consumption
Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class (Z223) S 580 V8
- Uses 0.3 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 19 km (12 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Lowest power
- Heaviest
- Smallest trunk
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