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2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 116.7 in | 121.5 in |
| Length | 198.5 in | 203.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3980 lb. | 4160 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.2 in | 59.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.9 in | 59.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 38.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.4 in | 59.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Leg room for tall passengers see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
You can adjust the "multicontour" front seats as follows: height, seat angle, back angle, seat cushion length, seat cushion side bolsters, seat back bolsters, lumbar (both vertically and how much pressure),as well as shoulder support, seat firmness,& more see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 232hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Huge, soft reclining chair see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Really like the fact that you could recline in the back seats without disturbing the front occupants. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
My wife refers to it as a sofa on wheels, my daughter sprawls out in the cavernous back seat. I just love the way it drives. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 0 | All our family are over 6 foot and there is plenty of room all round. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4-door Sedan Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | S350 |
| Standard Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-3v 241 hp@5800 258 lb-ft@3000 |
| Standard Transmission | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD |
| Standard Tires | 225/55HR17 tires |
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4-door Sedan, ext. Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes
| Trim | S430 | S500 | S600 | S55 | S65 |
| Standard Engine | 4.3L V8 OHC-3v 275 hp@5750 295 lb-ft@3000 | 5.0L V8 OHC-3v 302 hp@5600 339 lb-ft@2700 | turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 493 hp@5000 590 lb-ft@1800 | supercharged 5.4L V8 OHC-3v 493 hp@6100 516 lb-ft@2750 | turbocharged 6.0L V12 OHC-3v 604 hp@4800 738 lb-ft@2000 |
| Standard Transmission | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic |
| Optional Transmission(s) | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | |||
| Standard Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Optional Drivetrain(s) | AWD | AWD | |||
| Standard Tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 225/55HR17 tires | 245/45ZR18 tires | 245/40ZR19 tires (front) 275/35ZR19 tires (rear) | 245/40ZR19 tires (front) 275/35ZR19 tires (rear) |
| Optional Tires | 245/45ZR18 tires (front) 265/40ZR18 tires (rear) | 245/45ZR18 tires (front) 265/40ZR18 tires (rear) | 245/45ZR18 tires (front) 265/40ZR18 tires (rear) |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Powertrain: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Great acceleration and smooth, quiet especially for such a heavy car-performance is fabulous see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Ample acceleration even at highway speeds see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
the S Class allows you to drive around town at boulevard speeds effortlessly yet if you wish to quickly speed up and pass at 120 kph on the highway that is also effortless. 160 kph cruising feels like you really would like to go even faster and you could. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Smooth and quiet when driving slowly, and a beast when you stomp on the gas. This car has been ultra reliable with awesome highway mileage. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Tires of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Tires: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 0 | Rotating every 5000 miles sure keeps an even wear which in turn gives good braking. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Tires: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan, ext. 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Continental OEM are great, replacements are not. Stick with Michelins if you can afford them, as they are worth every penny. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review |
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class MSRP and Invoice Prices
| Body | Trim | Base Price | Invoice | Destination |
| 4dr Sedan | S350 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4dr Sedan, ext. | S430 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4dr Sedan, ext. | S500 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4dr Sedan, ext. | S600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4dr Sedan, ext. | S55 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4dr Sedan, ext. | S65 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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