What Changed

The S-Class adds a gas/electric model dubbed S400 BlueHYBRID. The electric hybrid system is added to the 3.5L V6 engine and 7-speed automatic from the S350. The hybrid system is composed of a 15kW electric motor hybrid motor and a lithium-ion battery pack.

Comparison to Prior Model

2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Price Range ($) $87,950 - $201,150 $86,950 - $194,950
Length (in) 206.5 205.0
Wheelbase (in) 124.6 124.6
Width (in) 73.7 73.7
Height (in) 58.0 58.0
Track (in) 63.0 63.0
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 436.7 433.5
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4455-5061 4460-5035
Legroom Total (in.) 84.2 84.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 109.5 109.5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 19.8 16.3
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 3.5l V6 HEV (275-bhp)
  • 5.5l V12 T (510-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 (382-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (604-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (518-bhp)
  • 5.5l V12 T (517-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 (382-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (604-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (518-bhp)
Transmissions A5, A7 A5, A7
City MPG 11-19 11-14
Highway MPG 17-25 17-22
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