Verified Performance Tests Updated Apr 2026 · 4 recorded runs

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 0–60 Times

The Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 4 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver and Motor Trend and more.

The fastest tested Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.0 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.30 seconds at 117.8 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan, which took 4.3 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 12.60 seconds at 116.1 mph, according to Motor Trend.

Out of all the Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 4.15 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 12.38 seconds at 118.48 mph.

Fastest 0–60 4.0sec 2015 Coupe
Average 0–60 4.15sec Across 4 runs
Avg ¼ Mile 12.38sec @ 118.5 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 4.3sec 2013 Sedan
2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG

Across 4 verified runs, the Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG ranges from 4.0 to 4.3 seconds 0–60, with a 4.15-second average.

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Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 0–60 times by model year

4 tests · 3 years

2015

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · 2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 4.05 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.25 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#01
2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe
4.0sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.30s ¼ mi @ 117.8 mph
0–60 mph
4.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.30 sec
Trap Speed
117.8 mph
Engine
6.0L Twin-Turbo V12
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
7A
MPG EPA
13 C / 20 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#1 of 4
2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe
#02
2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe
4.1sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.20s ¼ mi @ 122.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.20 sec
Trap Speed
122.0 mph
Engine
6.0L Twin-Turbo V12
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
7A
MPG EPA
13 C / 20 H / 15 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 4
2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe

2013

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.60 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
2013 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan
4.3sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.60s ¼ mi @ 116.1 mph
0–60 mph
4.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.60 sec
Trap Speed
116.1 mph
Engine
6.0L Twin-Turbo V12
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
12 C / 19 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#4 of 4
2013 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan

2007

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG · 1 verified run
Avg 0–60 4.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 12.40 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#03
2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan
4.2sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.40s ¼ mi @ 118.0 mph
0–60 mph
4.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.40 sec
Trap Speed
118.0 mph
Engine
6.0L Twin-Turbo V12
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
5A
MPG EPA
11 C / 18 H / 12 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Sedan
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#3 of 4
2007 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan

How we verify Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 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 S65 AMG trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG performance FAQs

6 questions
The quickest Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG on record is the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe, which runs 0–60 mph in 4.0 seconds and clears the quarter-mile in 12.30 seconds at 117.8 mph.
The slowest recorded Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG is the 2013 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Sedan, which takes 4.3 seconds to reach 60 mph and runs 12.60 seconds in the quarter.
Averaged across all 4 verified runs, a Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG reaches 60 mph in 4.15 seconds and completes the quarter-mile in 12.38 seconds at roughly 118.5 mph.
We have verified test data for 3 model years. Each year shows every recorded run, the publication that measured it, and the trim-level details.
Every figure is sourced from published road tests by Car and Driver and Motor Trend. We don't use manufacturer claims — only independently timed runs — so the numbers reflect what the car actually does.
0–60 and quarter-mile results depend on driver technique, ambient temperature, tire condition, road surface, altitude, and testing instrumentation. A published figure is a single sample, not an absolute — which is why we show the range of verified runs rather than one number.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend

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 S65 AMG can do, not a single marketing claim.

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