Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222)
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)
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S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222)
S 300 BlueTEC
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.8 s
- Fastest top speed273 km/h170 mph
- Most powerful316 hp236 kW
- Highest torque800 Nm590 lb-ft
- Lightest1,940 kg4,277 lb
- Best power-to-weight163 hp/t122 kW/t6.1 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.7 L/100 km50.0 mpg US60.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.6 L/100 km51.1 mpg US61.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions124 g/km
- Best estimated range1,489 km925 mi
- Largest trunk510 L
- Best overall score73/100
- Best performance score73/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score72/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp |
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| Power | 316hp236kW+112 hp | 275hp205kW+71 hp | 245hp183kW+41 hp | 204hp152kW |
| Torque | 800Nm590lb-ft+300 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft+200 Nm | 625Nm461lb-ft+125 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,940kg4,277lb | 1,940kg4,277lb | 1,940kg4,277lb | 1,940kg4,277lb |
| Gross weight | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb | 2,715kg5,986lb |
| Top speed | 273 km/h 170 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 63.0s99% target: 270 km/h / 168 mph-13.1 s Calculated | 67.3s99% target: 259 km/h / 161 mph-8.8 s Calculated | 70.8s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-5.3 s Calculated | 76.1s99% target: 238 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.8s-1.8 s | 6.3s-1.3 s | 6.8s-0.8 s | 7.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 17.3s-10.3 s Calculated | 19.9s-7.7 s Calculated | 22.5s-5.1 s Calculated | 27.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK | 4.7L/100 km50mpg US60.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK | 4.6L/100 km51.1mpg US61.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 14.2s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 163hp/t122kW/t74hp/1000 lb Calculated | 142hp/t106kW/t64hp/1000 lb Calculated | 126hp/t94kW/t57hp/1000 lb Calculated | 105hp/t78kW/t48hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 412Nm/t276lb-ft/ton Calculated | 361Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 322Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 258Nm/t172lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,489km925mi Calculated | 1,489km925mi Calculated | 1,489km925mi Calculated | 1,489km925mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in | 2,143cc131cu in |
| Length | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in | 5,116mm201in |
| Width | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in | 1,899mm75in |
| Height | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in | 1,496mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in | 3,035mm119in |
| Front track | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in | 1,624mm64in |
| Rear track | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in | 1,637mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 510L | 510L | 510L | 510L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 70L | 70L | 70L | 70L |
| CO2 emissions | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km | 124g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 275 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 245 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC 204 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 3,800 rpm | 1,600-1,800 rpm | 4,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.5 s | 6.0 s | 6.5 s | 7.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 17.3 s | 19.9 s | 22.5 s | 27.6 s |
| Top speed | 273 km/h 170 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.2 s | 9.5 s | 9.8 s | 10.3 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.1 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.7 s | 14.2 s | 14.7 s | 15.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 178 km/h 110 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph | 164 km/h 102 mph | 155 km/h 97 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp has 112 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC 204 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC 204 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp: 112 hp (84 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 240 km/h 149 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC 204 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 275 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 245 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 163 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 1,489 km 925 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 1,489 km 925 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 1,489 km 925 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 1,489 km 925 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 316 hp 236 kW | 5.8 s | 273 km/h 170 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 275 hp 205 kW | 6.3 s | 262 km/h 163 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 245 hp 183 kW | 6.8 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 204 hp 152 kW | 7.6 s | 240 km/h 149 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 (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp |
| 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 7.6 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 (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | 163 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3)316 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2)275 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1)245 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 300 BlueTEC204 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 316 hp 236 kW | 275 hp 205 kW | 245 hp 183 kW | 204 hp 152 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | 625 Nm 461 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.8 s | 6.3 s | 6.8 s | 7.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 273 km/h 170 mph | 262 km/h 163 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 240 km/h 149 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb | 1,940 kg 4,277 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km 50.0 mpg US 60.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,489 km 925 mi | 1,489 km 925 mi | 1,489 km 925 mi | 1,489 km 925 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | 124 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | 510 L 18.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 163 hp/t 122 kW/t 6.1 kg/hp | 142 hp/t 106 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 126 hp/t 94 kW/t 7.9 kg/hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 275 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 1) 245 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC 204 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK | 4.7 L/100 km50 mpg US60.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km | 8.23 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi | 13.24 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal | 705 L186 US gal155 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year | 1,234 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 3) 316 hp
- Has 41 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 300 BlueTEC (Stage 2) 275 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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