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Mercedes-Benz S-Class280 s

W116 (1972–1991) · Gasoline · 2.8 L

  1. 01Make
  2. 02Model
  3. 03Generation
  4. 04Powertrain
  5. 05Equipment
Power
160 hp
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
11.5 s
Combined economy
15.0 mpg

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Overview

Production start
1973
Production end
1973
Brand country
Germany
Vehicle class
Luxury car
Size class
Full-size
Doors
4
Seats
5
Steering side
Left-hand drive

Powertrain

Engine type
Gasoline
Engine position
Front
Engine volume
2.8 L
Displacement
Needs verification
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Engine power
160 hp
Engine torque
177 lb-ft
Cylinders
6
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel system
Bosch mechanical fuel injection
Valvetrain
SOHC
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive

Dimensions & capacity

Length
197.6 in
Width
73.2 in
Height
56.3 in
Wheelbase
114.8 in
Fuel tank
23.8 US gal
Curb weight
Needs verification

Performance & economy

0–60 mph
11.5 s
Top speed
118 mph
Fuel type
Premium unleaded (required)
City fuel economy
13.0 mpg
Highway fuel economy
17.0 mpg
Combined fuel economy
15.0 mpg
Reported city consumption
Needs verification
Reported highway consumption
Needs verification
Reported combined consumption
Needs verification

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent
Rear suspension
Independent
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
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