2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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S-class

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Fair Market Price	$7,840	$7,888	$11,636	$12,449	$16,405
Fuel Economy	City 14/Hwy 20/Comb 16 MPG	City 14/Hwy 21/Comb 16 MPG	City 11/Hwy 17/Comb 13 MPG	City 11/Hwy 17/Comb 13 MPG	City 11/Hwy 17/Comb 13 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	382 @ 6000 RPM	382 @ 6000 RPM	518 @ 6800 RPM	510 @ 5000 RPM	604 @ 4800 RPM
Engine	V8, 5.5 Liter	V8, 5.5 Liter	V8, 6.3 Liter	V12, Twin Turbo, 5.5L	V12, Twin Turbo, 6.0L
Cargo Volume	16.30 cu ft	16.30 cu ft	16.30 cu ft	16.30 cu ft	16.30 cu ft
Cylinders	8	8	8	12	12
Torque	391 lb-ft	391 lb-ft	465 lb-ft	612 lb-ft	738 lb-ft
Turning Circle	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet
0 - 60	5.4 seconds	5.4 seconds	4.5 seconds	4.5 seconds	4.2 seconds

Blind-Spot Alert	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Emergency & Security Services	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Night Vision System	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Engine Start	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Premium Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Torque	391 @ 6000 RPM	391 @ 6000 RPM	465 @ 6800 RPM	612 @ 5000 RPM	738 @ 4800 RPM
0 to 60	5.4 seconds	5.4 seconds	4.5 seconds	4.5 seconds	4.2 seconds
Top Speed	130 mph	130 mph	130 mph	Not Available	130 mph

Leather Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Adaptive Headlights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Optional	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	AWD	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Recommended Fuel	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4465 pounds	4465 pounds	4663 pounds	4895 pounds	5035 pounds
EPA Total Interior	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	190.4 cubic feet
Fuel Capacity	23.8 gallons	23.8 gallons	23.8 gallons	23.8 gallons	23.8 gallons
Front Head Room	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches	37.8 inches
Front Leg Room	41.9 inches	41.9 inches	41.9 inches	41.9 inches	41.9 inches
Overall Length	205 inches	205 inches	205 inches	205 inches	205 inches
Front Shoulder Room	63.2 inches	59.1 inches	59.1 inches	59.1 inches	59.1 inches
Turning Diameter	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet	40 feet
Wheel Base	124.6 inches	124.6 inches	124.6 inches	124.6 inches	124.6 inches
Width with mirrors	73.7 inches	73.7 inches	73.7 inches	73.7 inches	73.7 inches

FAQs

Is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2008 S-Class ranges in power from the S 550 4MATIC Sedan 4D with 382 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds to the S 65 AMG Sedan 4D with 604 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds.

How fast is the 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The 2008 S-Class ranges in power from the S 550 4MATIC Sedan 4D with 382 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 5.4 seconds to the S 65 AMG Sedan 4D with 604 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 4.2 seconds.

What are the levels of Mercedes-Benz S-Classs?

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the S 550 4MATIC Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $7,840.00 to the S 65 AMG Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $16,405.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2008 S-Class specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs page.

What features does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2008 have?

2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class features include AM/FM Radio, CD Changer, and Child Door Locks.