Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223)
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S 500 (Stage 2)
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S 500 (Stage 1)
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S 500
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed342 km/h213 mph
- Most powerful673 hp502 kW
- Highest torque868 Nm640 lb-ft
- Lightest2,010 kg4,431 lb
- Best power-to-weight335 hp/t250 kW/t3.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range707 km439 mi
- Largest trunk550 L
- Best overall score88/100
- Best performance score93/100
- Best economy score82/100
- Best practicality score78/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp |
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| Power | 673hp502kW+224 hp | 584hp435kW+135 hp | 530hp395kW+81 hp | 449hp335kW |
| Torque | 868Nm640lb-ft+308 Nm | 756Nm558lb-ft+196 Nm | 683Nm504lb-ft+123 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb | 2,010kg4,431lb |
| Gross weight | 2,810kg6,195lb | 2,810kg6,195lb | 2,810kg6,195lb | 2,810kg6,195lb |
| Top speed | 342 km/h 213 mph | 326 km/h 203 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 39.5s99% target: 339 km/h / 210 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 43.5s99% target: 323 km/h / 201 mph-0.4 s Calculated | 46.2s99% target: 312 km/h / 194 mph+2.2 s Calculated | 43.9s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.0s-0.7 s | 4.2s-0.5 s | 4.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.6s-5.1 s Calculated | 9.8s-3.9 s Calculated | 10.8s-2.9 s Calculated | 13.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.1s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK | 9.2L/100 km25.6mpg US30.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 10.9s-1.7 s Calculated | 11.5s-1.1 s Calculated | 11.8s-0.8 s Calculated | 12.6s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 335hp/t250kW/t152hp/1000 lb Calculated | 290hp/t217kW/t132hp/1000 lb Calculated | 264hp/t197kW/t120hp/1000 lb Calculated | 223hp/t167kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 432Nm/t289lb-ft/ton Calculated | 376Nm/t252lb-ft/ton Calculated | 340Nm/t227lb-ft/ton Calculated | 279Nm/t186lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 707km439mi Calculated | 707km439mi Calculated | 707km439mi Calculated | 707km439mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 2,999cc183cu in | 2,999cc183cu in | 2,999cc183cu in | 2,999cc183cu 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 | 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 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 2) 584 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 1) 530 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 449 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 2,200-5,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 2,200-5,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 2,200-5,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 5,800-6,100 rpm | 2,200-5,000 rpm | 6,350 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.1 s | 4.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.6 s | 9.8 s | 10.8 s | 13.7 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 25.3 s | 41.4 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 342 km/h 213 mph | 326 km/h 203 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.4 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.4 s | 7.8 s | 8.0 s | 8.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.3 s | 9.8 s | 10.1 s | 10.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 10.9 s | 11.5 s | 11.8 s | 12.6 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 232 km/h 144 mph | 220 km/h 136 mph | 211 km/h 131 mph | 192 km/h 119 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 673 hp 502 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 584 hp 435 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 530 hp 395 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 449 hp 335 kW |
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp has 224 hp more than Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 449 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 449 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp: 224 hp (167 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 756 Nm 558 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 683 Nm 504 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 2,010 kg 4,431 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 342 km/h 213 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 326 km/h 203 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 4.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 449 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 2) 584 hp and Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 1) 530 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 335 hp/t 250 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 290 hp/t 217 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 264 hp/t 197 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 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 (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 707 km 439 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 707 km 439 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 707 km 439 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 707 km 439 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 673 hp 502 kW | 3.7 s | 342 km/h 213 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 584 hp 435 kW | 4.0 s | 326 km/h 203 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 530 hp 395 kW | 4.2 s | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 449 hp 335 kW | 4.7 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp |
| 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp |
| 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp |
| 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp |
| 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 4.7 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 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | 335 hp/t 250 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | 290 hp/t 217 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | 264 hp/t 197 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 3)673 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 2)584 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500 (Stage 1)530 hp | Mercedes-BenzS-class (W223)S 500449 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 673 hp 502 kW | 584 hp 435 kW | 530 hp 395 kW | 449 hp 335 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 868 Nm 640 lb-ft | 756 Nm 558 lb-ft | 683 Nm 504 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 342 km/h 213 mph | 326 km/h 203 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | Unrestricted 265 km/h165 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb | 2,010 kg 4,431 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km 25.6 mpg US 30.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 707 km 439 mi | 707 km 439 mi | 707 km 439 mi | 707 km 439 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 | 335 hp/t 250 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 290 hp/t 217 kW/t 3.4 kg/hp | 264 hp/t 197 kW/t 3.8 kg/hp | 223 hp/t 167 kW/t 4.5 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 (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 2) 584 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 1) 530 hp | Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 449 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK | 9.2 L/100 km25.6 mpg US30.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.10 LC100 km | 16.10 LC100 km | 16.10 LC100 km | 16.10 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 25.91 LC100 mi | 25.91 LC100 mi | 25.91 LC100 mi | 25.91 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,380 L365 US gal304 UK gal | 1,380 L365 US gal304 UK gal | 1,380 L365 US gal304 UK gal | 1,380 L365 US gal304 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,415 LC/year | 2,415 LC/year | 2,415 LC/year | 2,415 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz S-class (W223) S 500 (Stage 3) 673 hp
- Has 90 hp more
- Has 112 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 45 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 500 (Stage 2) 584 hp
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