Mercedes S 350 2005

Mercedes S class 2005 3.5 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes S 350 2005 has been produced from September, 2005 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.5 litres, which produces power of 272 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 350 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 290 000 to 480 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Mercedes S class 3.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 8 litres.

Mercedes S 350 2005 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes S 350 2005 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Mercedes S 350 2005 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.1 litres per 100km (9.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 14.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 880 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 11.4 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

Mercedes S class 2005

Mercedes S 350 2005 technical data

Model: Mercedes S 350 2005
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. September ... 2009. January 
Engine: 3498 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 242 g/km
Power: 272 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.1 (combined) 14.5 (urban) 7.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.4 l/100km (20.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 90 litres (23.8 gallons)
Car dimensions: 5.08m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.47m (height)
Turning diameter: 12 meters
Trunk capacity: 560 litres
Gross weight: 2475 kg

Mercedes S 350 2005 engine M272 KE35

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 480,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 3498 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 1
Camshaft drive Double-row timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Mercedes S 350 2005 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 258 - 272 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 340 - 350 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 13 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes C klase Mercedes E klase Mercedes ML and 7 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Mercedes S class sedan [2005 - 2009] 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
Mercedes S class 2005 reviews
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