Compare 2012 Mercedes-Benz S-Class - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $159,500 | $92,400 | $102,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $148,335 | $0 | $0 |
| Destination | $875 | $0 | $1,000 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Cell Phone | N/A | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | Analog | In-dash | Analog |
| Compass | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather | N/A | N/A |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Lighter Elements | Front And Rear | N/A | N/A |
| Ashtray | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | N/A | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpet Front | N/A |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Analog | Analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Fuel Door Release | N/A | N/A | Power |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Power |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather/genuine Wood | Leather | Urethane |
| Air Compressor | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Adaptive Bucket | Bucket | Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 4 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 12-way Power | 8-way Power | 6-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 12-way Power | 8-way Power | 6-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Adjustable W/tilt | Fixed | Fixed |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | N/A | N/A |
| Memory | Front And Rear | Driver | Driver |
| Rear Seats | Bench | 60-40 Bench | Bucket |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - W/tilt | 3 - Fixed | 2 - Fixed |
| Heated Rear Seats | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cooled Rear Seats | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| 3rd Row Seats | N/A | Jump | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Leather | Alcantara Simulated Suede/leather | Leatherette |
| 3rd Row Fold Into Floor | N/A | Manual | N/A |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | SIRIUS AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD, Seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| CD Player | In-dash Mounted 6-disc | N/A | N/A |
| MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| DVD-Audio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Speakers | 15 Bang & Olufsen | 7 | 6 |
| Amplifier | 1200W Premium | 200W | N/A |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | N/A |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Entertainment System | With DVD | N/A | N/A |
| Navigation System | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | N/A |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2nd Row LCD Screen | 2 | N/A | N/A |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | N/A | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Mbrace | N/A | N/A |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Power Front/manual Rear | N/A | Front |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | N/A |
| Headlights | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-Xenon | Halogen | High Intensity Low/high Beam, Bi-Xenon |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Headlight Washer | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cornering Lights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | PARKTRONIC | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Optional | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| First Aid Kit | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (96 Month/unlimited Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (50 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (50 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (72 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (50 Month/50,000 Mileage), Accessories (24 Month/unlimited Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 50 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 96 Months/unlimited Miles | 50 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 72 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 50 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum/composite | Aluminum | Composite/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Insert | Chrome | Chrome | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | Black W/chrome Surround | Black W/chrome Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Front | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Power Open And Close Trunk | Liftgate | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Deep |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A |
| 2nd Row Sunroof | Fixed Glass With Power Sunshade | N/A | N/A |
| Spoiler | N/A | Lip | N/A |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P255/45ZR19.0 BSW Performance AS | P245/35YR21.0 BSW Summer Performance | P255/35WR22.0 BSW Summer Performance |
| Tires - Rear | 275/45ZR19 | N/A | 285/35WR22 |
| Wheels | 19" Silver Aluminum | 21" Gray Aluminum | 22" Silver Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | N/A | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Mud Flaps | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 5.5L V-12 | Electric Motor | Hybrid Electric Motor |
| Engine - Valvetrain | SOHC | N/A | N/A |
| Turbocharger | Twin Turbo | N/A | N/A |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | Brembo 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel | Rear-wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | None | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | Regular |
| Ride Control | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Adaptive Suspension | Standard | Standard | N/A |
| Height Adjustable Suspension | Automatic W/driver Control | Automatic W/driver Control | N/A |
| Automatic Level Control | 4-corner | 4-corner | Rear |
| Front Suspension Type | Multi-link | Double Wishbone | Short And Long Arm |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Air | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Short And Long Arm |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Air | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Transmission | 5-spd Auto W/OD | 1-spd Auto | 1-spd Auto |
| Axle Ratio | 3.82 | 9.73 | 4.10 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 206.5 " | 195.9 " | 196.8 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 73.7 " | 77.3 " | 78.1 " |
| Exterior Height | 58.0 " | 56.5 " | 52.4 " |
| Engine | 5.5L V-12 | Electric Motor | Hybrid Electric Motor |
| Horsepower | 510 @ 5,000 Rpm | 416 @ 5,000 Rpm | 403 @ Rpm |
| Torque | 612 @ 1,800 Rpm | 443 @ Rpm | 959 @ Rpm |
| Hybrid System Net Power | N/A | N/A | 403 @ Rpm |
| Hybrid System Net Torque | N/A | N/A | 959 @ 959 Rpm |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 1 Horsepower | N/A | N/A | 201 @ Rpm |
| Hybrid Electric Motor 2 Horsepower | N/A | N/A | 201 @ Rpm |
| Fuel Economy - City | 12 Mpg | 88 Mpg | 55 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 19 Mpg | 90 Mpg | 54 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.3 Seconds | N/A | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.6 Seconds | N/A | N/A |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 102 Mph | N/A | N/A |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | N/A | N/A |
| Slalom Speed | 58 Mph | N/A | N/A |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.23/3.43 " | N/A | N/A |
| Curb Weight | 4,950 Lbs. | 4,647 Lbs. | 5,300 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,930 Lbs. | 5,664 Lbs. | 6,100 Lbs. |
| Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 2,778 Lbs. | 2,750 Lbs. |
| Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) | N/A | 3,131 Lbs. | 3,400 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 " | 117.7 " | 124.4 " |
| Front Track | 62.9 " | 65.4 " | 66.6 " |
| Rear Track | 63.2 " | 66.9 " | 67.0 " |
| Turning Radius | 20.0 '' | 18.5 '' | 20.6 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | 6.1 " | N/A |
| Drag Coefficient | .28 | .24 | .31 |
| Front Legroom | 41.9 " | 42.7 " | 42.6 " |
| Rear Legroom | 42.3 " | 35.4 " | 31.4 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.8 " | 38.8 " | 38.3 " |
| Rear Headroom | 38.5 " | 35.3 " | 35.7 " |
| Front Hip Room | 59.9 " | 55.0 " | N/A |
| Rear Hip Room | 59.4 " | 54.7 " | N/A |
| Front Shoulder Room | 57.8 " | 57.7 " | N/A |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.9 " | 55.0 " | N/A |
| Luggage Volume | 16.4 Cu.ft. | 26.3 Cu.ft. | 6.9 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 16.4 Cu.ft. | 63.4 Cu.ft. | 6.9 Cu.ft. |
| Passenger Volume | 125 Cu.ft. | 94 Cu.ft. | 96 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 23.8 Gal. | N/A | 9.0 Gal. |
| Cost To Own | |||
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings | |||
