Jaguar S-Type vs Mercedes-Benz E500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Mercedes-Benz E500
Overview
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3 | E500 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2008 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $48,335 (best) | $58,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.4 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | 216 lb-ft | 339 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 28.6 cu ft (best) | 15.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,760 lbs (best) | 3,812 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 114.5 in (best) | 112.4 in |
| Length | 193.1 in (best) | 189.7 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 71.7 in (best) |
| Height | 57 in | 57 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jaguar S-Type3 | Mercedes-Benz E500E500 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 4 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jaguar S-Type | Mercedes-Benz E500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 $48,335 MSRP(Currently comparing) | E500 $58,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 4.2 $55,835 MSRP | E500 4MATIC $60,900 MSRP |
| 3 | R $64,335 MSRP | E500 4MATIC $62,000 MSRP |
Jaguar S-Type vs Mercedes-Benz E500 FAQ
- Which is better: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 Jaguar S-Type vs 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Jaguar S-Type starts lower at $48,335.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- The 2008 Jaguar S-Type leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,335).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- The 2008 Jaguar S-Type leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- The 2008 Jaguar S-Type leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
- Which has better seats: 2008 Jaguar S-Type or 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500?
- The 2006 Mercedes-Benz E500 leads on seats in this comparison (7).