Mercedes S class 2005 Sedan

This generation of Mercedes S class has been produced from September, 2005 to January, 2009. We can provide information about 21 modification of this generation. 2005 Mercedes S class is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (7 versions) and classical rear wheel drive (14 versions).

This Mercedes is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 3.5 to 6.2 litres and power of from 272 to 612 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement from 3.0 to 4.0 litres and power of from 235 to 320 horsepower.
The car is available with only with automatic gearbox.

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Mercedes S class 2005 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 10.1 to 15 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 8.3 to 9.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 2005 sedan petrol engine version is Mercedes S 350 2005, consuming 10.1 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 2005 sedan diesel - Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI for 100 kilometers consumes 8.3 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mercedes S class real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 13 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +10% for petrol engines and +15% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes S class modification.

Mercedes S class 2005 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 242 to 355 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 220 to 252 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes S class with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes S 350 2005 which produces an average of 242 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Mercedes S class diesels least CO2 distributes Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI - 220 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.4 seconds has Mercedes S 65 2006 AMG Long version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes S 320 2006 CDI 4Matic reaching this speed only in 7.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 250 km/h for the 3.0 diesel 235 hp version (Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI) and 18 other versions.

Lenght of Mercedes S class is 515 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Mercedes S class is about 1 cm longer than BMW 7 series. Mercedes S class gross weight is from 2100 to 2705 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class. Mercedes S class trunk space is 560 litres.

This Mercedes is quite costly - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 7000 €. Users calculated Mercedes S class 2005 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 4100 € cost per year and 0.31 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 62%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 17% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Mercedes S class for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Mercedes S class prices and costs.

Mercedes S class modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Drive type
Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI Dec 2005 — Sep 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

3.0 Diesel 235 HP 8.3 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 320 2005 CDI Long Dec 2005 — Sep 2008 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 8.4 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 320 2006 CDI 4Matic 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

3.0 Diesel 235 HP 8.7 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 320 2006 CDI 4Matic Long 4x4 Sep 2006 — Jan 2009 3.0 Diesel 235 HP 8.9 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 350 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.1 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 350 2005 Long

Most fuel efficient petrol version

3.5 Petrol 272 HP 10.1 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP)

4.0 Diesel 320 HP 9.4 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 420 2006 CDI Long Sep 2006 — Jan 2009

Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP)

4.0 Diesel 320 HP 9.6 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 450 2006 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 4.7 Petrol 340 HP 11.2 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 450 2006 Lang Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 4.7 Petrol 340 HP 11.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 4.7 Petrol 340 HP 12.0 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic Long 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 4.7 Petrol 340 HP 11.7 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 500 2005 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 12.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 500 2005 Long 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 12.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 12.0 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 12.1 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 500 2006 4Matic Long 4x4 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 5.5 Petrol 388 HP 12.0 l/100km All wheel
Mercedes S 600 2005 Long Dec 2005 — Jan 2009 5.5 Petrol 517 HP 14.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 65 2006 AMG Long Jun 2006 — Jan 2009

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds

6.0 Petrol 612 HP 15.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 63 2006 AMG Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 6.2 Petrol 525 HP 15.0 l/100km Rear wheel
Mercedes S 63 2006 AMG Long Nov 2006 — Jan 2009 6.2 Petrol 525 HP 15.0 l/100km Rear wheel
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Mercedes S class prices

Mercedes S class 2005 - 2009 sedan price in Latvia is from 5500 € to 9500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes S class price is very high - Mercedes S class is approximately for 45 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2005 - 2009 prices). Despite of price above average Mercedes S class quality is not so good (see below), so this Mercedes may not be the best choice for this price.

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Mercedes S class 2008 price 7000 € 8000 € 9000 €
Mercedes S class 2007 price 6000 € 7000 € 8000 €
Mercedes S class 2006 price 6000 € 7500 € 9500 €
Mercedes S class 2005 price 5500 € 6000 € 6000 €

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Mercedes S class reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes S class reliability is average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2012 defects were detected in an average of 9.6 percent of Mercedes S class of this generation (on average 5 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 10%.

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Mercedes S class 2005 sedan features (options)

Percentage of Mercedes S class with corresponding feature (option)

Climate control
86%
Rain sensor
83%
Tire pressure control
75%
Conditioning
71%
Metallic paint
71%
Xenon headlights
62%
Rear parking sensors
55%
Leather upholstery
55%
Electrically adjustable seats
55%
Cruise control
54%
Front parking sensors
52%
Electrically adjustable steering wheel
52%
Heated seats
52%
Bi-xenon lights
51%
Navigation
50%
Dimming mirrors
42%
Ventilated seats
39%
Adjustable steering wheel
37%
Sunroof
36%
Distance control
35%
Adaptive cruise control
27%
Rear-view camera
26%
Auxiliary heating
25%
Night vision camera
18%
Panoramic sunroof
16%
Heated steering wheel
11%

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  • fewer faults
  • lower fuel consumption for petrol engines
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  • both manual and automatic
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  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
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Mercedes E class 2009 Mercedes E class 2009 has
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Mercedes S class reviews

Total 10 Mercedes S class owner reviews

At the moment we dont have reviews about Mercedes S class manufactured from 2005 to 2009.
Find below reviews about other generations of Mercedes S class.
Mercedes S class 2003 Sedan Diesel 5.0 litres, Automatic gearbox
Purchase year:2010 (age of car 7 years) Owned for:200`000 kilometers (5 years)
Average fuel consumption: 16.0 litres per 100km (80% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 4550 € (~ 910 € per year)
Total car rating:
9
 
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