Engines1985–1991

What engines does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupé (1985-1991) come with?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupé (1985-1991) was offered with 11 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
5.5L Petrol299 hp455 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive238 km/h6.9 s13.3 l/100km1 trim
5.5L Petrol279 hp430 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive240 km/h7.2 s14.1 l/100km1 trim
5.0L Petrol265 hp405 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive235 km/h7.2 s11.9 l/100km1 trim
5.0L Petrol252 hp390 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive230 km/h7.5 s12.4 l/100km1 trim
5.0L Petrol245 hp400 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive230 km/h7.3 s12.0 l/100km1 trim
5.5L Petrol242 hp390 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive228 km/h7.6 s13.5 l/100km1 trim
4.2L Petrol231 hp335 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive222 km/h8.2 s11.5 l/100km1 trim
4.2L Petrol224 hp325 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive220 km/h8.3 s11.9 l/100km1 trim
5.0L Petrol223 hp365 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive220 km/h8.0 s12.5 l/100km1 trim
4.2L Petrol218 hp330 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive218 km/h8.3 s11.6 l/100km1 trim
4.2L Petrol204 hp310 NmAutomaticRear Wheel Drive210 km/h8.7 s12.0 l/100km1 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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