Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2008

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specs at TrueDelta: Powertrains and tires by trim level (2008)

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specs - Exterior and Interior Dimensions

Body 4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase 124.6 in
Length 205.0 in
Width 73.7 in
Height 58.0 in
Curb Weight 4465 lb.
Fuel Capacity 23.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 42.3 in
Total Legroom 84.2 in (over 2 rows)
Cargo Volume 16.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4-door Sedan, ext. Specs - Powertrains and Tire Sizes

Trim S550 S63 AMG S600 S65 AMG
Standard Engine 5.5L V8
DOHC-4v
382 hp@6000
391 lb-ft@2800
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6800
465 lb-ft@5200
turbocharged
5.5L V12
OHC-3v
510 hp@5000
612 lb-ft@1800
turbocharged
6.0L V12
OHC-3v
604 hp@4800
738 lb-ft@2000
Standard Transmission7-speed manually-shiftable automatic7-speed manually-shiftable automatic5-speed manually-shiftable automatic5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
Standard DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
Optional Drivetrain(s)AWD   
Standard Tires255/45HR18 tires255/35ZR20 tires (front)
275/35ZR20 tires (rear)
255/45ZR18 tires (front)
275/45ZR18 tires (rear)
255/35ZR20 tires (front)
275/35ZR20 tires (rear)
Optional Tires255/40ZR19 tires (front)
275/40ZR19 tires (rear)
 255/40ZR19 tires (front)
275/40ZR19 tires (rear)
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Powertrain of the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Powertrain: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Tires: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 0 Rotating every 5000 miles sure keeps an even wear which in turn gives good braking. see full Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Tires: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class MSRP and Invoice Prices

Body Trim Base Price Invoice Destination
4dr Sedan, ext. S550 86,700 80,631 875
4dr Sedan, ext. S63 AMG 127,000 118,110 875
4dr Sedan, ext. S600 144,200 134,106 875
4dr Sedan, ext. S65 AMG 194,000 180,420 875

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