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Mercedes-Benz 500 S

Mercedes-Benz 500 S — 4-door sedan, 4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds

Transmission4-speed automatic

About the Mercedes-Benz 500 S

Mercedes-Benz 500 S is a 4-door sedan in the executive car class. The available vehicle data lists 4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds as an engine configuration, paired with 4-speed automatic. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Mercedes-Benz 500 S guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds and 4-speed automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Mercedes-Benz 500 S specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Mercedes-Benz
Model	500 S
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door sedan
Vehicle class	Executive car
Manufacturer	Daimler-Benz and Porsche
Production	February 1991–1994
Market / country	FI, NL, UA

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S includes 4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds.. Published power figures include 240 kW@ 5,700 rpm.. Published torque figures include 480 Nm@ 3,900 rpm.. Transmission information includes 4-speed automatic.

Engine	4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds
Transmission	4-speed automatic
Power	240 kW@ 5,700 rpm
Torque	480 Nm@ 3,900 rpm
Top speed	250 km/h

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2800 mm (110 in)
Length	4750 mm (187 in)
Width	1796 mm (70.7 in)
Height	1410 mm (55.5 in)
Kerb / curb weight	1710 kg (3,770 lb)

Mercedes-Benz 500 S other specifications

Name	Mercedes-Benz 500 E / E 500
Image	1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124.036), front right.jpg

Mercedes-Benz 500 S generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Mercedes-Benz 500 E / E 500	February 1991–1994	5.0 L ''M119'' V8	4-speed automatic	Not specified

Mercedes-Benz 500 S features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓Sports car braking performance also came from SL components: front SL 500 300 mm disks with 4-piston calipers came installed on the 1992 and early 1993 cars

✓In the USA, the 500 E came fully equipped, with the only options available to the buyer being a dealer-installed CD changer and an integrated cellular telephone

✓The 500 E only came in left hand drive, and had four leather sport seats supplied by Recaro (the front seats were generally heated)

✓Called the "Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" by the press, performance tests of the day yielded results that were widely considered impressive: 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) times of 5.5 to 6.0 seconds and acceleration through the quarter-mile (0.4 km) in 14.1 seconds at 163 km/h (101 mph)

✓To increase the speed past what Mercedes limited the vehicle to, different gear sets must be installed changing the final drive ratio

✓All 500 E and E 500 models imported to the United States and Canada were compliant with the more stringent California emissions (a so-called "50-state car", legal for sale in all 50 states).The 500E and E500 were known by Porsche as Type 2758 in that company's official nomenclature

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Mercedes-Benz 500 S

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Mercedes-Benz 500 S

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Mercedes-Benz 500 S have?

The available source data lists the Mercedes-Benz 500 S engine as 4,973 cc M119 V832 valve, 2×DOHC; 0-100 km/hin 6.1 seconds. Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

There is no single best engine oil for every Mercedes-Benz 500 S configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The Mercedes-Benz 500 S is classified as a 4-door sedan.

How much horsepower does the Mercedes-Benz 500 S have?

The published figure for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S is 240 kW@ 5,700 rpm. Output can vary by engine and specification.

What are the dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The available source data lists length 4750 mm (187 in), width 1796 mm (70.7 in), height 1410 mm (55.5 in), and wheelbase 2800 mm (110 in).

What transmission does the Mercedes-Benz 500 S have?

The available source data lists 4-speed automatic transmission options for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S.

Who makes the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The manufacturer listed for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S is Daimler-Benz and Porsche.

How much torque does the Mercedes-Benz 500 S produce?

The available source data lists 480 Nm@ 3,900 rpm of torque for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S.

When was the Mercedes-Benz 500 S produced?

The available source data describes production as February 1991–1994.

How much does the Mercedes-Benz 500 S weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 1710 kg (3,770 lb). Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

What is the top speed of the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The available source data lists a top speed of 250 km/h.

Where was the Mercedes-Benz 500 S built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Sindelfingen and Zuffenhausen, Germany.

What class of car is the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The Mercedes-Benz 500 S is listed in the Executive car class.

Which markets or countries sold the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Mercedes-Benz 500 S with FI, NL, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The available vehicle data lists Mercedes-Benz E 50/55/63 AMG as a successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

The available source data identifies related models as Mercedes-Benz W124. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Mercedes-Benz 500 S?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Mercedes-Benz 500 S is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Mercedes-Benz 500 S images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.