Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic

Mercedes S class 2005 4.7 petrol description

Sedan Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic has been produced from July, 2006 to January, 2009. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.7 litres, which produces power of 340 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 460 Nm (Newton metres) on 2700 revolutions per minute.

This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Mercedes S class 4.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 8.5 litres.

Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 7 gears.
Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 5.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic fuel consumption is 12 litres per 100km (8.3 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 16.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 90 litres or 23.78 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 740 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1040 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 13.2 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Mercedes S class versions - with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes S 450 2006 AT), and with rear wheel drive and automatic gearbox (Mercedes S 450 2006 Lang AT) available:
  • Mercedes S 450 2006 AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 11.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 13.2 litres per 100 km
  • Mercedes S 450 2006 Lang AT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1 litres per 100 km or 8 % - 11.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 13.2 litres per 100 km
Mercedes S class 2005

Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic technical data

Model: Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2006. July ... 2009. January 
Engine: 4663 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders CO2 emissions: 277 g/km
Power: 340 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 460 NM ON 2700 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (7 gears) Drive type: All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Top speed: 250 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 12.0 (combined) 16.9 (urban) 8.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 13.2 l/100km (17.8 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: 2620 kg

Mercedes S 450 2006 4Matic engine M273 KE46

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 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 4663 cm3
Number of cylinders 8
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92.9 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.7 : 1
Camshaft drive 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 450 2006 4Matic oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 8.5 litres (9 quarts)
Power 340 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 460 NM ON 2700 RPM
Start of production (year) 2005
Duration of production 10 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 2008 onwards.

Engine also used on Mercedes GL

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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