Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222)
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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S 350d (Stage 2)
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S 350d (Stage 1)
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S 350d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.9 s
- Fastest top speed294 km/h183 mph
- Most powerful400 hp298 kW
- Highest torque992 Nm732 lb-ft
- Lightest1,950 kg4,299 lb
- Best power-to-weight205 hp/t153 kW/t4.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,094 km680 mi
- Largest trunk510 L
- Best overall score79/100
- Best performance score82/100
- Best economy score90/100
- Best practicality score72/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp |
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| Power | 400hp298kW+142 hp | 348hp260kW+90 hp | 310hp231kW+52 hp | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 992Nm732lb-ft+372 Nm | 868Nm640lb-ft+248 Nm | 775Nm572lb-ft+155 Nm | 620Nm457lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb |
| Gross weight | 2,725kg6,008lb | 2,725kg6,008lb | 2,725kg6,008lb | 2,725kg6,008lb |
| Top speed | 294 km/h 183 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 55.7s99% target: 291 km/h / 181 mph-14.2 s Calculated | 59.2s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-10.7 s Calculated | 62.3s99% target: 265 km/h / 165 mph-7.5 s Calculated | 69.8s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9s-1.6 s | 5.4s-1.1 s | 5.8s-0.7 s | 6.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 13.7s-7.2 s Calculated | 15.7s-5.2 s Calculated | 17.7s-3.1 s Calculated | 20.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.5 s Calculated | 5.2s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK | 5.8L/100 km40.6mpg US48.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.3s-1.1 s Calculated | 13.7s-0.7 s Calculated | 14.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 205hp/t153kW/t93hp/1000 lb Calculated | 179hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 159hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 132hp/t99kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 509Nm/t340lb-ft/ton Calculated | 445Nm/t298lb-ft/ton Calculated | 397Nm/t266lb-ft/ton Calculated | 318Nm/t213lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,094km680mi Calculated | 1,094km680mi Calculated | 1,094km680mi Calculated | 1,094km680mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu in | 2,987cc182cu 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 |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 2) 348 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 1) 310 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d 258 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 3,400 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 3,650 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 3,400 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 3,650 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 3,400 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 3,650 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 3,400 rpm | 1,600-2,400 rpm | 3,650 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.2 s | 5.5 s | 6.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 13.7 s | 15.7 s | 17.7 s | 20.9 s |
| Top speed | 294 km/h 183 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.2 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.9 s | 11.3 s | 11.7 s | 12.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.8 s | 13.3 s | 13.7 s | 14.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 193 km/h 120 mph | 183 km/h 114 mph | 176 km/h 110 mph | 168 km/h 104 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 400 hp 298 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 348 hp 260 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp has 142 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d 258 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d 258 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp: 142 hp (106 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 992 Nm 732 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 1,950 kg 4,299 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 (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 294 km/h 183 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 6.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d 258 hp: 1.6 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 2) 348 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 1) 310 hp, separated by only 0.4 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 1,094 km 680 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 1,094 km 680 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 1,094 km 680 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 1,094 km 680 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 400 hp 298 kW | 4.9 s | 294 km/h 183 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 348 hp 260 kW | 5.4 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW | 5.8 s | 268 km/h 167 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW | 6.5 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 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 (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp |
| 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.5 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 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 3)400 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 2)348 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d (Stage 1)310 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W222)S 350d258 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 400 hp 298 kW | 348 hp 260 kW | 310 hp 231 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 992 Nm 732 lb-ft | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 620 Nm 457 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.9 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 294 km/h 183 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | 268 km/h 167 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | 1,950 kg 4,299 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km 36.8 mpg US 44.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,094 km 680 mi | 1,094 km 680 mi | 1,094 km 680 mi | 1,094 km 680 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | 205 hp/t 153 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 179 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 159 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 132 hp/t 99 kW/t 7.6 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 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 2) 348 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 1) 310 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d 258 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK | 6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km | 11.20 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi | 18.02 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal | 960 L254 US gal211 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year | 1,680 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 3) 400 hp
- Has 52 hp more
- Has 124 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 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
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W222) S 350d (Stage 2) 348 hp
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