Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223)
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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S 400d (Stage 2)
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S 400d (Stage 1)
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S 400d
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h4.1 s
- Fastest top speed340 km/h211 mph
- Most powerful512 hp381 kW
- Highest torque1,120 Nm826 lb-ft
- Lightest1,995 kg4,398 lb
- Best power-to-weight256 hp/t191 kW/t3.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.8 L/100 km26.7 mpg US32.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.8 L/100 km40.6 mpg US48.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range942 km585 mi
- Largest trunk550 L
- Best overall score88/100
- Best performance score92/100
- Best economy score88/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp |
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| Power | 512hp381kW+182 hp | 446hp332kW+116 hp | 396hp295kW+66 hp | 330hp246kW |
| Torque | 1,120Nm826lb-ft+420 Nm | 980Nm723lb-ft+280 Nm | 875Nm645lb-ft+175 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,995kg4,398lb | 1,995kg4,398lb | 1,995kg4,398lb | 1,995kg4,398lb |
| Gross weight | 2,770kg6,107lb | 2,770kg6,107lb | 2,770kg6,107lb | 2,770kg6,107lb |
| Top speed | 340 km/h 211 mph | 324 km/h 201 mph | 311 km/h 193 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 49.3s99% target: 337 km/h / 209 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 53.5s99% target: 321 km/h / 199 mph-1.3 s Calculated | 56.8s99% target: 308 km/h / 191 mph+2.0 s Calculated | 54.8s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.1s-1.3 s | 4.5s-0.9 s | 4.8s-0.6 s | 5.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.1s-6.3 s Calculated | 11.5s-4.9 s Calculated | 12.8s-3.6 s Calculated | 16.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 4.3s-0.9 s Calculated | 4.6s-0.6 s Calculated | 5.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK | 6.9L/100 km34.1mpg US40.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.8L/100 km26.7mpg US32.1mpg UK | 8.8L/100 km26.7mpg US32.1mpg UK | 8.8L/100 km26.7mpg US32.1mpg UK | 8.8L/100 km26.7mpg US32.1mpg 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 | 11.6s-1.8 s Calculated | 12.1s-1.2 s Calculated | 12.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 13.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 256hp/t191kW/t116hp/1000 lb Calculated | 223hp/t167kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated | 198hp/t148kW/t90hp/1000 lb Calculated | 165hp/t123kW/t75hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 561Nm/t376lb-ft/ton Calculated | 491Nm/t329lb-ft/ton Calculated | 439Nm/t293lb-ft/ton Calculated | 351Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 942km585mi Calculated | 942km585mi Calculated | 942km585mi Calculated | 942km585mi 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 | 550L | 550L | 550L | 550L |
| 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 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 1) 396 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d 330 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 3,600-4,200 rpm | 1,200-3,200 rpm | 4,450 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.9 s | 4.3 s | 4.6 s | 5.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 4.1 s | 4.5 s | 4.8 s | 5.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.1 s | 11.5 s | 12.8 s | 16.4 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 31.9 s | 58.3 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 340 km/h 211 mph | 324 km/h 201 mph | 311 km/h 193 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.4 s | 5.6 s | 5.8 s | 6.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.9 s | 8.2 s | 8.5 s | 8.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.7 s | 11.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.6 s | 12.1 s | 12.5 s | 13.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 218 km/h 135 mph | 207 km/h 128 mph | 198 km/h 123 mph | 181 km/h 113 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 512 hp 381 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 446 hp 332 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 396 hp 295 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp has 182 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d 330 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d 330 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp: 182 hp (135 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 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)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 1,995 kg 4,398 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 (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 340 km/h 211 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 324 km/h 201 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 311 km/h 193 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 4.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 4.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 5.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d 330 hp: 1.3 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 1) 396 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 942 km 585 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 942 km 585 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 942 km 585 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 942 km 585 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 512 hp 381 kW | 4.1 s | 340 km/h 211 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 446 hp 332 kW | 4.5 s | 324 km/h 201 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 396 hp 295 kW | 4.8 s | 311 km/h 193 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 330 hp 246 kW | 5.4 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp |
| 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 4.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 4.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 4.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 5.4 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 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 3)512 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 2)446 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d (Stage 1)396 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 400d330 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 512 hp 381 kW | 446 hp 332 kW | 396 hp 295 kW | 330 hp 246 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,120 Nm 826 lb-ft | 980 Nm 723 lb-ft | 875 Nm 645 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 4.1 s | 4.5 s | 4.8 s | 5.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 340 km/h 211 mph | 324 km/h 201 mph | 311 km/h 193 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb | 1,995 kg 4,398 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km 34.1 mpg US 40.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 942 km 585 mi | 942 km 585 mi | 942 km 585 mi | 942 km 585 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | 550 L 19.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 256 hp/t 191 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 198 hp/t 148 kW/t 5.0 kg/hp | 165 hp/t 123 kW/t 6.0 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 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 1) 396 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d 330 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK | 6.9 L/100 km34.1 mpg US40.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km | 12.08 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi | 19.43 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal | 1,035 L273 US gal228 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year | 1,811 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 400d (Stage 3) 512 hp
- Has 66 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 33 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 400d (Stage 2) 446 hp
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