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features & specs
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| OVERVIEW | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 18 | 15 |
| 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 | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| COLORS | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Colors | | | |
| Interior Colors | | | |
| Safety | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | true | true | true |
| Rear center 3-point belt | true | true | true |
| Rear multi-adjustable headrests | true | true | true |
| Turn signal mirrors | true | true | true |
| high pressure washers headlights | false | false | true |
| self-leveling headlights | false | false | true |
| xenon high intensity discharge headlamp | false | false | true |
| Comfort & Convenience | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| cruise control | true | true | true |
| front and rear cupholders | true | true | true |
| front and rear door pockets | true | true | true |
| front seatback storage | true | true | true |
| remote trunk release | true | true | true |
| retained accessory power | true | true | true |
| speed-proportional power steering | true | true | true |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | true | true | true |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | true | true | false |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | true | true | true |
| front and rear reading lights | true | true | true |
| interior active charcoal air filter | true | true | true |
| leather and wood trim on center console | true | true | true |
| leather and wood trim on dash | true | true | true |
| leather and wood trim on doors | true | true | true |
| leather steering wheel | true | true | true |
| leather trim on shift knob | true | true | true |
| trunk light | true | true | true |
| turn signal in mirrors | true | true | true |
| Climate control | true | true | true |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | true | true | true |
| Rear floor mats | true | true | true |
| Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel | false | false | true |
| Fuel & MPG | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 | 18 | 15 |
| EPA mileage est. (city/hwy) | 15/20 mpg | 15/22 mpg | 13/20 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 23.3 gal. | 23.3 gal. | 23.3 gal. |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| range in miles (city/hwy) | 349.5/466.0 mi. | 349.5/512.6 mi. | 302.9/466.0 mi. |
| Engine | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base engine size | 4.3 L | 4.3 L | 5.5 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 | 275 hp @ 5500 rpm | 275 hp @ 5500 rpm | 493 hp @ 6100 rpm |
| Torque | 295 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 295 ft-lbs. @ 3000 rpm | 516 ft-lbs. @ 2700 rpm |
| Valves | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Measurements | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 4390 lbs. | 4160 lbs. | 4300 lbs. |
| Drag Coefficient | .27 Cd. | .27 Cd. | .27 Cd. |
| Front track | 62 in. | 62 in. | 62 in. |
| Height | 57.2 in. | 57.2 in. | 57.2 in. |
| Length | 203.1 in. | 203.1 in. | 203.1 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. |
| Rear track | 62 in. | 62 in. | 62 in. |
| wheelbase | 121.5 in. | 121.5 in. | 121.5 in. |
| Width | 73 in. | 73 in. | 73 in. |
| Turning circle | 40 ft. | 39.7 ft. | 39.7 ft. |
| Front Seats | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14-way power driver seat | true | true | true |
| 14-way power passenger seat | true | true | true |
| bucket front seats | true | true | true |
| height-adjustable driver seat | true | true | true |
| height adjustable passenger seat | true | true | true |
| leather | true | true | true |
| Driver seat with power 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 power adjustable lumbar support | true | true | true |
| multi-level heating driver seat | false | false | true |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | false | false | true |
| ventilated driver seat | false | false | true |
| ventilated passenger seat | false | false | true |
| Rear Seats | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| folding with storage center armrest | true | true | true |
| rear ventilation ducts | 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 | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| mechanical center differential | true | false | false |
| Center limited slip differential | true | false | false |
| Drive type | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Power Features | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 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 | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | true | true | true |
| external temperature display | true | true | true |
| low fuel level warning | true | true | true |
| tachometer | true | true | true |
| trip computer | true | true | true |
| Suspension | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| double wishbone front suspension | true | true | true |
| four-wheel independent suspension | true | true | true |
| multi-link rear suspension | true | true | true |
| In-Car Entertainment | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 subwoofer(s) | true | true | true |
| 10 total speakers | true | true | true |
| Bose premium brand speakers | true | true | true |
| Bose premium brand stereo system | true | true | true |
| speed-sensitive volume control | true | true | true |
| AM/FM CD-controller stereo | true | true | false |
| AM/FM in trunk-CD , CD-controller stereo | false | false | true |
| Multi-CD located in trunk | false | false | true |
| Warranty | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 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 | S430 4MATIC AWD 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S430 4dr Sedan (4.3L 8cyl 5A) | S55 AMG 4dr Sedan (5.5L 8cyl S/C 5A) |
|---|---|---|---|
| alloy wheels | true | true | true |
| fullsize matching spare tire | true | true | true |
| inside mounted spare tire | true | true | true |
| 18 x 8.5-in. wheels | true | false | false |
| 245/45R Y tires | true | false | false |
| Null tires | true | true | true |
| 17 x 7.5-in. wheels | false | true | false |
| 225/60R H tires | false | true | false |
| 18 x 9.0-in. wheels | false | false | true |
| 265/45R Y tires | false | false | true |