Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223)
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) 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 (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.3 s
- Fastest top speed313 km/h194 mph
- Most powerful485 hp362 kW
- Highest torque1,040 Nm767 lb-ft
- Lightest2,015 kg4,442 lb
- Best power-to-weight241 hp/t180 kW/t4.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK
- Best estimated range956 km594 mi
- Largest trunk540 L
- Best overall score86/100
- Best performance score90/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp |
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| Power | 485hp362kW+172 hp | 423hp315kW+110 hp | 376hp280kW+63 hp | 313hp233kW |
| Torque | 1,040Nm767lb-ft+390 Nm | 910Nm671lb-ft+260 Nm | 813Nm599lb-ft+163 Nm | 650Nm479lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,015kg4,442lb | 2,015kg4,442lb | 2,015kg4,442lb | 2,015kg4,442lb |
| Gross weight | 2,730kg6,019lb | 2,730kg6,019lb | 2,730kg6,019lb | 2,730kg6,019lb |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 47.5s99% target: 310 km/h / 193 mph-10.2 s Calculated | 51.3s99% target: 295 km/h / 183 mph-6.4 s Calculated | 54.1s99% target: 283 km/h / 176 mph-3.6 s Calculated | 57.7s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3s-1.3 s | 4.7s-0.9 s | 5.0s-0.6 s | 5.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 11.0s-6.1 s Calculated | 12.5s-4.5 s Calculated | 14.0s-3.1 s Calculated | 17.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.1s-1.3 s Calculated | 4.5s-0.9 s Calculated | 4.8s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.4s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.9s-1.7 s Calculated | 12.4s-1.2 s Calculated | 12.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 13.5s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 241hp/t180kW/t109hp/1000 lb Calculated | 210hp/t156kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated | 186hp/t139kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 155hp/t116kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 516Nm/t345lb-ft/ton Calculated | 452Nm/t302lb-ft/ton Calculated | 403Nm/t270lb-ft/ton Calculated | 323Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 956km594mi Calculated | 956km594mi Calculated | 956km594mi Calculated | 956km594mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,989cc182cu in | 2,989cc182cu in | 2,989cc182cu in | 2,989cc182cu in |
| Length | 5,179mm204in | 5,179mm204in | 5,179mm204in | 5,179mm204in |
| Width | 1,954mm77in | 1,954mm77in | 1,954mm77in | 1,954mm77in |
| Height | 1,503mm59in | 1,503mm59in | 1,503mm59in | 1,503mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 3,106mm122in | 3,106mm122in | 3,106mm122in | 3,106mm122in |
| Front track | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in | 1,655mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,651mm65in | 1,651mm65in | 1,651mm65in | 1,651mm65in |
| Ground clearance | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in | 130mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 540L | 540L | 540L | 540L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 65L | 65L | 65L | 65L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 423 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 376 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 313 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 3,600-4,800 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 5,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 3,600-4,800 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 5,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 3,600-4,800 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 5,050 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 3,600-4,800 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 5,050 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.1 s | 4.5 s | 4.8 s | 5.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 11.0 s | 12.5 s | 14.0 s | 17.1 s |
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.5 s | 5.7 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.0 s | 8.3 s | 8.6 s | 9.0 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.1 s | 10.6 s | 10.9 s | 11.5 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.9 s | 12.4 s | 12.8 s | 13.5 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 209 km/h 130 mph | 199 km/h 124 mph | 191 km/h 119 mph | 179 km/h 111 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 485 hp 362 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 423 hp 315 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 376 hp 280 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp has 172 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 313 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 313 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp: 172 hp (128 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 1,040 Nm 767 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 910 Nm 671 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 813 Nm 599 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 650 Nm 479 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 2,015 kg 4,442 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)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 286 km/h 178 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 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 |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 4.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 5.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 5.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 313 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 423 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 376 hp, separated by only 0.3 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 956 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 956 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 956 km 594 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 956 km 594 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 485 hp 362 kW | 4.3 s | 313 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 423 hp 315 kW | 4.7 s | 298 km/h 185 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 376 hp 280 kW | 5.0 s | 286 km/h 178 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 313 hp 233 kW | 5.6 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)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp |
| 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 4.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 5.6 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)485 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)423 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)376 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d313 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 485 hp 362 kW | 423 hp 315 kW | 376 hp 280 kW | 313 hp 233 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,040 Nm 767 lb-ft | 910 Nm 671 lb-ft | 813 Nm 599 lb-ft | 650 Nm 479 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.3 s | 4.7 s | 5.0 s | 5.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 313 km/h 194 mph | 298 km/h 185 mph | 286 km/h 178 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb | 2,015 kg 4,442 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km 34.6 mpg US 41.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 956 km 594 mi | 956 km 594 mi | 956 km 594 mi | 956 km 594 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 540 L 19.1 cu ft | 540 L 19.1 cu ft | 540 L 19.1 cu ft | 540 L 19.1 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 241 hp/t 180 kW/t 4.2 kg/hp | 210 hp/t 156 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 186 hp/t 139 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 155 hp/t 116 kW/t 6.4 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 (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 423 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 376 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 313 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK | 6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km | 11.90 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi | 19.15 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal | 1,020 L269 US gal224 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year | 1,785 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 485 hp
- Has 63 hp more
- Has 130 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 31 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 (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 423 hp
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