Mercedes S class 2009 Sedan
This generation of Mercedes S class has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. We can provide information about 18 modifications of this generation. 2009 Mercedes S class is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (6 versions) and classical rear wheel drive (12 versions).
This Mercedes is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 3.5 to 6.2 litres and power of from 272 to 525 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.
Mercedes S class 2009 sedan average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 7.9 to 14.4 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 7.6 to 9.1 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 2009 sedan petrol engine version is Mercedes S 400 2009 Hybrid, consuming 7.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Mercedes S class 2009 sedan diesel - Mercedes S 350 2009 CDI for 100 kilometers consumes 7.6 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Mercedes S class real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 19 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average +19% for petrol engines and +18% for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Mercedes S class modification.
Mercedes S class 2009 sedan CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 186 to 344 grams per kilometer, but for diesel engine - approximately 240 grams per kilometer. From Mercedes S class with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Mercedes S 400 2009 Hybrid which produces an average of 186 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Mercedes S class diesels least CO2 distributes Mercedes S 450 2009 CDI - 240 grams per km.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 4.6 seconds has Mercedes S 63 2009 AMG version, conversely the tardiest one is Mercedes S 350 2009 CDI 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 350 2009 CDI) and 17 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 2595 to 2640 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 5 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Mercedes S class trunk space is 560 litres.
This Mercedes is slightly expensive - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 13 500 €. According to user reviews, average Mercedes S class repair costs are 1600 € per year. Users calculated Mercedes S class 2009 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 58%, 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 |
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Mercedes S 350 2009 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2009 CDI 4MATIC 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 235 HP | 7.8 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2009 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2009 4Matic 4x4 | 3.5 Petrol | 272 HP | 10.2 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 400 2009 Hybrid
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.5 Petrol | 279 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 400 2009 Hybrid lang | 3.5 Petrol | 279 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 320 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 CDI Lang
Most powerfull diesel version (320 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 320 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 Lang | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 4Matic 4x4 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 11.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 450 2009 4Matic Lang 4x4 | 4.7 Petrol | 340 HP | 11.0 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2009 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2009 Lang | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2009 4Matic 4x4 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.3 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2009 4Matic Lang 4x4 | 5.5 Petrol | 388 HP | 11.3 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 600 2009 Lang
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 517 HP | 14.3 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 63 2009 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds |
6.2 Petrol | 525 HP | 14.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S class prices
Mercedes S class 2009 - 2013 sedan price in Latvia is from 8500 € to 21000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Mercedes S class price is very high - Mercedes S class is approximately for 41 percents more expensive then average sedans of this age (compare sedans 2009 - 2013 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.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Mercedes S class 2012 price | 12 500 € | 17 000 € | 21 000 € | |
Mercedes S class 2011 price | 11 000 € | 14 000 € | 18 000 € | |
Mercedes S class 2010 price | 10 000 € | 11 500 € | 13 000 € | |
Mercedes S class 2009 price | 8500 € | 11 000 € | 13 000 € |
Mercedes S class total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Mercedes S class? Users calculated Mercedes S class 2009 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 4100 € cost per year and 0.31 € cost per one kilometer.
Mercedes S class 2009 total costs of ownership calculator
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Mercedes S class reliability and quality
According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Mercedes S class reliability is more below average. In the roadworthiness tests in 2012 defects were detected in an average of 7.5 percent of Mercedes S class of this generation (on average 1 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 5.9%.
Mercedes S class reliability and quality
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Mercedes S class 2009 sedan features (options)
Percentage of Mercedes S class with corresponding feature (option)
84% Rain sensor
84% Tire pressure control
78% Metallic paint
73% Conditioning
64% Bi-xenon lights
59% Xenon headlights
56% Distance control
53% Leather upholstery
47% Rear parking sensors
46% Electrically adjustable seats
46% Front parking sensors
45% Navigation
45% Cruise control
44% Electrically adjustable steering wheel
44% Heated seats
44% Rear-view camera
43% Dimming mirrors
40% Ventilated seats
32% Sunroof
30% Adaptive cruise control
28% Adjustable steering wheel
25% Night vision camera
20% Auxiliary heating
19% Panoramic sunroof
17%
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Mercedes S class reviews
Total 10 Mercedes S class owner reviews

Pros: Fast, yet comfortable, perfect handling, good brakes, good-looking car and lots of nice emotions (the experts will understand)!
Cons: Very expensive to run, you have to pay a lot of money for any repairs or maintenance.
Purchase year: | 2014 age of car 2 years) | Owned for | 50`000 kilometers (4 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 24.0 litres per 100km (40% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 6400 € (~ 1600 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend