Engines1980–1985

What engines does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1980-1985) come with?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (1980-1985) was offered with 6 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

Engine	Power	Torque	Transmission	Drive	Top speed	0-100 km/h	Consumption	Available on
5.0L Petrol	231 hp	405 Nm	Automatic	Rear Wheel Drive	225 km/h	—	11.9 l/100km	2 trims
3.8L Petrol	204 hp	315 Nm	Automatic	Rear Wheel Drive	210 km/h	—	11.2 l/100km	2 trims
2.7L Petrol	185 hp	240 Nm	Automatic	Rear Wheel Drive	210 km/h	—	11.9 l/100km	2 trims
2.7L Petrol	185 hp	240 Nm	Manual	Rear Wheel Drive	210 km/h	—	11.6 l/100km	2 trims
2.7L Petrol	156 hp	223 Nm	Automatic	Rear Wheel Drive	200 km/h	—	11.7 l/100km	1 trim
2.7L Petrol	156 hp	223 Nm	Manual	Rear Wheel Drive	200 km/h	—	11.4 l/100km	1 trim

How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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