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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
features & specs
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 18 | 17 |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas |
| Total Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 | V8 |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | true | true | true |
| 3 rear headrests | true | true | true |
| auto delay off headlights | true | true | true |
| child seat anchors | true | true | true |
| daytime running lights | true | true | true |
| dual front and dual rear side-mounted airbags | true | true | true |
| dusk-sensing headlights | true | true | true |
| electronic brakeforce distribution | true | true | true |
| engine immobilizer | true | true | true |
| front and rear head airbags | true | true | true |
| front and rear seatbelt pretensioners | true | true | true |
| front fog/driving lights | true | true | true |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | true | true | true |
| stability control | true | true | true |
| traction control | true | true | true |
| wipers headlights | true | false | true |
| xenon high intensity discharge headlamp | true | false | true |
| 4-wheel ABS | true | true | true |
| Emergency braking assist | true | true | true |
| Emergency interior trunk release | true | true | true |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear door child safety locks | true | true | true |
| Turn signal mirrors | true | true | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | true | true | true |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | true | true | true |
| Sun sensor | true | true | true |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | true | true | true |
| extended cabin heating | true | true | true |
| front and rear reading lights | true | true | true |
| interior air filtration | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | true | true |
| leather trim on shift knob | true | true | true |
| turn signal in mirrors | true | true | true |
| wood trim on center console | true | true | true |
| wood trim on doors | true | true | true |
| Climate control | true | true | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Rear floor mats | true | true | true |
| Fuel & MPG | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 18 | 17 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 14/20 mpg | 16/23 mpg | 14/21 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 23.2 gal. | 23.2 gal. | 23.2 gal. |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 324.8/464.0 mi. | 371.2/533.6 mi. | 324.8/487.2 mi. |
| Engine | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 5.4 L | 4.3 L | 5.0 L |
| Base engine type | gas | gas | gas |
| Cam type | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) | Single overhead cam (SOHC) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 | V8 |
| Horsepower | 354 hp @ 5500 rpm | 275 hp @ 5750 rpm | 302 hp @ 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 391 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 295 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 339 ft-lbs. @ 2700 rpm |
| Valves | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Measurements | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curb weight | 4186 lbs. | 4133 lbs. | 4133 lbs. |
| Gross weight | 5424 lbs. | 5248 lbs. | 5248 lbs. |
| Height | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. | 56.9 in. |
| Length | 203.1 in. | 203.1 in. | 203.1 in. |
| wheelbase | 121.5 in. | 121.5 in. | 121.5 in. |
| Width | 73.1 in. | 73.1 in. | 73.1 in. |
| Turning circle | 39.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. | 37.7 ft. |
| Front Seats | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14-way power driver seat | true | true | true |
| 14-way power passenger seat | true | true | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| leather | true | true | true |
| multi-level heating driver seat | true | false | true |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | true | false | true |
| ventilated driver seat | true | false | false |
| ventilated passenger seat | true | false | false |
| Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| front headroom | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. | 37.6 in. |
| front hiproom | 59.9 in. | 59.9 in. | 59.9 in. |
| front legroom | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. | 41.3 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. |
| Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| Rear Seats | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| folding with storage center armrest | true | true | true |
| rear headroom | 38.4 in. | 38.4 in. | 38.4 in. |
| rear hiproom | 59.4 in. | 59.4 in. | 59.4 in. |
| rear legroom | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. | 58.3 in. |
| Drive Train | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive type | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Power Features | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 one-touch power windows | true | true | true |
| remote keyless power door locks | true | true | true |
| Heated mirrors | true | true | true |
| Power mirrors | true | true | true |
| Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse | true | true | true |
| Instrumentation | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 total speakers | true | false | false |
| Bose premium brand speakers | true | false | false |
| AM/FM in cargo area-CD stereo | true | false | false |
| Multi-CD located in cargo area | true | false | false |
| AM/FM CD-controller stereo | false | true | true |
| Warranty | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| powertrain | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Free Maintenance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Rust | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Tires and Wheels | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.4L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S500 4dr Sedan (5.0L 8cyl 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | true |
| 18 x 9.5-in. wheels | true | false | false |
| 275/40R Y tires | true | false | false |
| Performance tires | true | false | false |
| 16 x 7.5-in. wheels | false | true | true |
| 225/60R H tires | false | true | true |
| all-season tires | false | true | true |
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