Mercedes-Benz S-class 450 SEL V8 • 225 HP • Automatic
Sedan3-speed automaticRear Wheel Drive1972-1980
225 HP
Power
9.9 sec
0-100 km/h
210 km/h
Top Speed
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Type
Basic Information
Body TypeSedan
Doors4
Seats5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
PowertrainInternal Combustion Engine
Performance
0-100 km/h9.9 sec
0-60 mph9.4 sec
Top Speed210 km/h
Powertrain
Power225 HP @ 5000 rpm
Torque368 Nm @ 3000 rpm
Engine
Displacement4520 cc
Engine CodeM 117 E 45 / 117.983
Engine LayoutFront, Longitudinal
Cylinders8
ConfigurationV-engine
CompressionCompression Ratio8.8:1
AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
Valves/CylValves per Cylinder2
BoreCylinder Bore92 mm
StrokePiston Stroke85 mm
ValvetrainSOHC
Fuel InjectionMulti-port manifold injection
Oil Capacity9 L
Coolant Cap.Coolant Capacity14 L
Suspension & Chassis
Suspension
Front Susp.Front SuspensionDouble wishbone
Rear Susp.Rear SuspensionThreaded twist beam
Brakes
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Steering & Wheels
SteeringSteering TypeRecirculating ball
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
TiresTires SizeFront wheel tires: 205/70 R14, Rear wheel tires: 205/70 R14
Wheel RimsFront wheel rims: 6.5J x 14, Rear wheel rims: 6.5J x 14
Dimensions & Weight
Dimensions
Length5060 mm
Width1870 mm
Height1430 mm
Wheelbase2960 mm
Front Track1521 mm
Rear Track1505 mm
Weight & Capacity
Curb Weight1765 kg
Max Weight2285 kg
TrunkTrunk Capacity530 L
Fuel Consumption & Emissions
Consumption
Combined14.5 L/100km
Emissions
Fuel Tank & Alternatives
Fuel Tank96 L
US MPG16 mpg
UK MPG19 mpg
km per Liter7 km/L
Transmission & Drivetrain
TypeTransmission Type3-speed automatic
Gears3
Drive Config.Drive ConfigurationRear Wheel Drive
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