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) 443 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.9 s
- Fastest top speed332 km/h206 mph
- Most powerful443 hp331 kW
- Highest torque960 Nm708 lb-ft
- Lightest1,945 kg4,288 lb
- Best power-to-weight228 hp/t170 kW/t4.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.5 L/100 km27.7 mpg US33.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range970 km603 mi
- Largest trunk540 L
- Best overall score84/100
- Best performance score87/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp |
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| Power | 443hp331kW+157 hp | 386hp288kW+100 hp | 343hp256kW+57 hp | 286hp213kW |
| Torque | 960Nm708lb-ft+360 Nm | 840Nm620lb-ft+240 Nm | 750Nm553lb-ft+150 Nm | 600Nm443lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb | 1,945kg4,288lb |
| Gross weight | 2,720kg5,997lb | 2,720kg5,997lb | 2,720kg5,997lb | 2,720kg5,997lb |
| Top speed | 332 km/h 206 mph | 317 km/h 197 mph | 304 km/h 189 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 59.1s99% target: 329 km/h / 204 mph-7.4 s Calculated | 63.9s99% target: 314 km/h / 195 mph-2.6 s Calculated | 67.6s99% target: 301 km/h / 187 mph+1.1 s Calculated | 66.5s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.9s-1.5 s | 5.3s-1.1 s | 5.7s-0.7 s | 6.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 12.3s-7.3 s Calculated | 13.9s-5.7 s Calculated | 15.5s-4.1 s Calculated | 19.6s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.4 s Calculated | 5.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 5.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK | 6.7L/100 km35.1mpg US42.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.5s-1.8 s Calculated | 13.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 13.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 14.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 228hp/t170kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated | 199hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 176hp/t132kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 147hp/t110kW/t67hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 494Nm/t330lb-ft/ton Calculated | 432Nm/t289lb-ft/ton Calculated | 386Nm/t258lb-ft/ton Calculated | 308Nm/t206lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 970km603mi Calculated | 970km603mi Calculated | 970km603mi Calculated | 970km603mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu in | 2,925cc178cu 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 | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,688mm66in | 1,688mm66in | 1,688mm66in | 1,688mm66in |
| 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) 443 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 386 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 343 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 286 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)443 hp | 3,400-4,600 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 3,400-4,600 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 3,400-4,600 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,850 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 3,400-4,600 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,850 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.1 s | 5.5 s | 6.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.7 s | 6.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 12.3 s | 13.9 s | 15.5 s | 19.6 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 45.0 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 332 km/h 206 mph | 317 km/h 197 mph | 304 km/h 189 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.3 s | 6.5 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.5 s | 8.8 s | 9.1 s | 9.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 10.7 s | 11.2 s | 11.5 s | 12.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.5 s | 13.1 s | 13.5 s | 14.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 203 km/h 126 mph | 193 km/h 120 mph | 185 km/h 115 mph | 171 km/h 106 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)443 hp | 443 hp 331 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 386 hp 288 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 343 hp 256 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 443 hp has 157 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 286 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 286 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 443 hp: 157 hp (117 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)443 hp | 960 Nm 708 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 840 Nm 620 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 600 Nm 443 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)443 hp | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 1,945 kg 4,288 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)443 hp | 332 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 317 km/h 197 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 304 km/h 189 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 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)443 hp | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 5.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 6.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 443 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 286 hp: 1.5 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 386 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 343 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 (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)443 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 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)443 hp | 228 hp/t 170 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 176 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 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)443 hp | 970 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 970 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 970 km 603 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 970 km 603 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)443 hp | 443 hp 331 kW | 4.9 s | 332 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 386 hp 288 kW | 5.3 s | 317 km/h 197 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 343 hp 256 kW | 5.7 s | 304 km/h 189 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 286 hp 213 kW | 6.4 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)443 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp |
| 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 443 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)443 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 4.9 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 5.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 5.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.4 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)443 hp | 228 hp/t 170 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | 176 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 kg/hp | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 3)443 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 2)386 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d (Stage 1)343 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 350d286 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 443 hp 331 kW | 386 hp 288 kW | 343 hp 256 kW | 286 hp 213 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 960 Nm 708 lb-ft | 840 Nm 620 lb-ft | 750 Nm 553 lb-ft | 600 Nm 443 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.9 s | 5.3 s | 5.7 s | 6.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 332 km/h 206 mph | 317 km/h 197 mph | 304 km/h 189 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb | 1,945 kg 4,288 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km 35.1 mpg US 42.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 970 km 603 mi | 970 km 603 mi | 970 km 603 mi | 970 km 603 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 | 228 hp/t 170 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 199 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 176 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 147 hp/t 110 kW/t 6.8 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) 443 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 2) 386 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 1) 343 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d 286 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK | 6.7 L/100 km35.1 mpg US42.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km | 11.73 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi | 18.87 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal | 1,005 L265 US gal221 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year | 1,759 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 350d (Stage 3) 443 hp
- Has 57 hp more
- Has 120 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 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) 386 hp
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