What Changed

A new diesel powered model joins the lineup. The S350 Bluetec 4MATIC features a 3.0-liter V6 turbodiesel engine and all-wheel-drive. The S550 gets a new 4.6-liter V8 rated at 402-bhp, 443 lb-ft of torque.

Comparison to Prior Model

2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Price Range ($) $91,850 - $210,900 $91,000 - $209,000
Length (in) 206.5 206.5
Wheelbase (in) 124.6 124.6
Width (in) 73.7 73.7
Height (in) 58.0 58.0
Track (in) 62.9 62.9
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 436.0 436.0
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4630-5082 4455-5061
Legroom Total (in.) 84.2 84.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 109.5 109.5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 16.4 16.4
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 3.0l V6 T D (240-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 HEV (295-bhp)
  • 4.7l V8 T (429-bhp)
  • 5.5l V12 T (510-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 T (536-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (621-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 HEV (295-bhp)
  • 5.5l V12 T (510-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 (382-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 T (536-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (604-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A7, SM7 A5, A7, SM7
City MPG 12-21 12-19
Highway MPG 19-31 19-25
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