Mercedes S 600 2002 Long
Mercedes S class 2002 5.5 petrol description
Sedan Mercedes S 600 2002 Long has been produced from September, 2002 to September, 2005. It has 12-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.5 litres, which produces power of 500 horsepower on 5000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Mercedes S klase 2002 - 2005 version and torque 800 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 12-cylinder 36-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Biturbo turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 250 000 to 420 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Mercedes S class 5.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 9.5 litres.
Mercedes S 600 2002 Long has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Mercedes S 600 2002 Long accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 4.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 250 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Mercedes S 600 2002 Long in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 14.8 litres per 100km (6.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 23.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 10.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 88 litres or 23.25 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 800 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Mercedes real everyday fuel consumption is 16.2 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Mercedes S class fuel consumption.

Mercedes S 600 2002 Long technical data
Model: | Mercedes S 600 2002 Long | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2002. September ... 2005. September | ||
Engine: | 5513 cm3 Petrol, 12 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 355 g/km |
Power: | 500 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 800 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Maximum speed: | 250 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 14.8 (combined) 23.1 (urban) 10.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 16.2 l/100km (14.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 88 litres (23.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.16m (length) 1.86m (width) 1.44m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 12.2 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 2100 kg |
Mercedes S 600 2002 Long engine M275 E55 AL
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 250,000 to 420,000 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 | 5513 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 12 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 87 mm |
Compression ratio | 9 : 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 600 2002 Long oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 9.5 litres (10 quarts) |
Power | 500 - 517 HP ON 5000 RPM |
Torque | 800 - 830 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 11 years |
Engine also used on | Mercedes CL Mercedes SL |
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. |
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All Mercedes S class sedan [2002 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
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Mercedes S 320 2002 CDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 320 2004 CDI Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.2 Diesel | 204 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2002 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2002 Lang | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2003 4Matic 4x4 Jan 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.9 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 350 2003 4Matic Long 4x4 Jan 2003 — Sep 2005 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | 11.9 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 400 2002 CDI
Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 400 2002 CDI Long
Most powerfull diesel version (250 HP) |
4.0 Diesel | 250 HP | 9.6 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2002 Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2002 Long Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 11.5 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2004
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2004 Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 430 2002 4Matic Long 4x4 | 4.3 Petrol | 279 HP | 12.5 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2002 Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2002 Long Sep 2002 — Feb 2004 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2004
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2004 Long
Jan 2004 — Sep 2005 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 11.4 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2002 4Matic 4x4 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.9 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 500 2002 4Matic Long 4x4 | 5.0 Petrol | 306 HP | 12.9 l/100km | All wheel |
Mercedes S 55 2002 AMG Long
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.0 Petrol | 360 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 55 2002 AMG
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.4 Petrol | 500 HP | 13.2 l/100km | Rear wheel |
Mercedes S 600 2002 Long
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds |
5.5 Petrol | 500 HP | 14.8 l/100km | Rear wheel |