Mercedes-Benz S550 0–60 Times
The Mercedes-Benz S550 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 16 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz S550 is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.20 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.80 seconds at 109.6 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz S550 is the 2007 Mercedes-Benz S550 Sedan, which took 5.60 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.10 seconds at 102.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Mercedes-Benz S550 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.95 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.49 seconds at 105.58 mph.
Fastest 0–60
4.20sec
2015 4MATIC Coupe · stock
Average 0–60
4.95sec
Across 16 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
13.49sec
@ 105.6 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
5.60sec
2007 Sedan
Across 16 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz S550 ranges from 4.20 to 5.60 seconds 0–60, with a 4.95-second average.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 Performance Overview
Across 16 verified tests spanning 2007 to 2017, the Mercedes-Benz S550 traces a clear performance arc from large naturally aspirated V8 sedan to quicker twin-turbocharged luxury car. The W221 generation (2007–2013) used the 382-hp M273 5.5-liter V8 and appeared only in gasoline form in this dataset. Early results centered in the mid-five-second range, including 5.6 seconds to 60 mph for the 2007 Sedan and 5.3 seconds for the 2009 Sedan, which stood as the quickest W221 result here.
The W222 era, beginning for this page in 2014, shifted to the M278 twin-turbo V8 with output rising to 436–449 hp, while broadening the lineup to gasoline and plug-in hybrid configurations. That change brought a measurable step forward: the 2014 4MATIC Sedan reached 60 mph in 4.7 seconds, and the 2015 4MATIC Coupe cut that to an all-time best 4.2 seconds while also posting the quickest quarter-mile at 12.8 seconds at 109.6 mph. Other W222 variants remained close, with the 2015 Sedan at 4.8 seconds and the 2016 e Plug-In HYBRID Sedan at 4.9. In this record, the S550's current-generation peak remains the W222 coupe's 4.2-second benchmark.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 0–60 Times by Generation: W221 to W222
2 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W222 | 2014–2020 | 4.67s | 4.20s — 2015 4MATIC Coupe | 10 | The W222 generation (2014–2020) averaged 4.67 seconds to 60 mph across 10 tests, led by the 2015 4MATIC Coupe at 4.20 seconds. Output ranged from 436 to 449 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec 8.7 kWh, 4.7L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations. |
| W221 | 2007–2013 | 5.42s | 5.30s — 2009 Sedan | 6 | The W221 generation (2007–2013) averaged 5.42 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2009 Sedan at 5.30 seconds. Output was 382 hp across 5.5L V8 configurations. |
W222
2014–2020
Avg 0–60
4.67s
Fastest
4.20s
Tests
10
2015 4MATIC Coupe
The W222 generation (2014–2020) averaged 4.67 seconds to 60 mph across 10 tests, led by the 2015 4MATIC Coupe at 4.20 seconds. Output ranged from 436 to 449 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 + Elec 8.7 kWh, 4.7L Twin-Turbo V8 configurations.
W221
2007–2013
Avg 0–60
5.42s
Fastest
5.30s
Tests
6
2009 Sedan
The W221 generation (2007–2013) averaged 5.42 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2009 Sedan at 5.30 seconds. Output was 382 hp across 5.5L V8 configurations.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
16 tests · 5 years
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2017 Mercedes-Benz S550
2 verified runs
Avg 0–60
4.40
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
12.95
sec
Recorded Tests
2
#02
2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Sedan
4.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
12.90s
¼ mi @ 110.0 mph
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- 0–60 mph
- 4.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 12.90 sec
- Trap Speed
- 110.0 mph
- Engine
- 4.7L Twin-Turbo V8
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 9A
- Horsepower
- 449 hp
- Torque
- 516 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,713 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 10.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 25 H / 15 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 16
#03
2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 Sport Convertible
4.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.00s
¼ mi @ 110.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 4.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 110.0 mph
- Engine
- 4.7L Twin-Turbo V8
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Transmission
- 9A
- Horsepower
- 449 hp
- Torque
- 516 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,688 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 10.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 17 C / 25 H / 17 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Convertible
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 16
How we verify Mercedes-Benz S550 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Mercedes-Benz S550 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Mercedes-Benz S550 performance FAQs
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The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 runs 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds in both of its recorded trims. The 4MATIC Sedan posts 4.4 seconds, and the Sport Convertible also reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Quarter-mile results are 12.9 seconds at 110 mph for the sedan and 13.0 seconds at 110 mph for the convertible.
The quickest Mercedes-Benz S550 on record is the 2015 S550 4MATIC Coupe, which reaches 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. It is also the fastest quarter-mile S550, running 12.8 seconds at 109.6 mph. Across all 16 verified S550 tests, the average 0-60 time is 4.95 seconds.
The fastest stock Mercedes-Benz S550 is the 2015 4MATIC Coupe at 4.2 seconds from 0-60 mph. There are no modified examples in the recorded S550 results, so the fastest overall car and the fastest stock car are the same. Its best quarter-mile pass is 12.8 seconds at 109.6 mph.
Across four recorded tests, the S550 4MATIC Sedan averages 4.7 seconds from 0-60 mph, with a best of 4.4 seconds. The current 2017 4MATIC Sedan matches that best result at 4.4 seconds and runs the quarter-mile in 12.9 seconds at 110 mph.
The W222-generation Mercedes-Benz S550, sold from 2014 to 2020, averages 4.67 seconds from 0-60 mph across 10 tests. The quickest W222 is the 2015 4MATIC Coupe at 4.2 seconds. Power ranges from 436 to 449 horsepower, with gasoline and plug-in hybrid versions represented.
The fastest W222 S550 is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC Coupe. It reaches 60 mph in 4.2 seconds, which is the best figure for the entire S550 nameplate as well. Among W222 models, that coupe sets the benchmark over the 2014-2020 generation's 4.67-second average.
The W221 Mercedes-Benz S550, sold from 2007 to 2013, averages 5.42 seconds from 0-60 mph across six tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.3 seconds from a 2009 Sedan. W221 examples use a naturally aspirated gasoline setup with 382 horsepower, making them notably slower than later W222 cars.
The 4MATIC Sedan is quicker. Across recorded tests, the standard S550 Sedan averages 5.34 seconds to 60 mph, with a best of 4.9 seconds. The S550 4MATIC Sedan averages 4.7 seconds and has a best of 4.4 seconds, giving it a clear edge in straight-line acceleration.
The 4MATIC Coupe is faster. Across recorded runs, the S550 4MATIC Coupe averages 4.35 seconds from 0-60 mph and has a best of 4.2 seconds. The 4MATIC Sedan averages 4.7 seconds, with a best of 4.4 seconds. That makes the coupe the quickest S550 trim on record.
The recorded S550 Sport Convertible reaches 60 mph in 4.4 seconds. Its quarter-mile time is 13.0 seconds at 110 mph. That puts it level with the 2017 4MATIC Sedan in 0-60 performance, although the sedan is slightly quicker through the quarter-mile at 12.9 seconds.
Across all 16 recorded Mercedes-Benz S550 tests, the average quarter-mile time is 13.49 seconds at 105.6 mph. The quickest S550 quarter-mile run is 12.8 seconds at 109.6 mph from the 2015 4MATIC Coupe. For 2017 models, the 4MATIC Sedan runs 12.9 at 110 mph and the Sport Convertible runs 13.0 at 110 mph.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Mercedes-Benz S550 can do, not a single marketing claim.
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