Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG vs Mercedes-Benz S600
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Mercedes-Benz S600
Overview
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | S55 AMG | S 600 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $114,150 (best) | $170,750 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23.2 gal | 24.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 493 hp | 523 hp (best) |
| Torque | 516 lb-ft | 612 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.4 L | 6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V12 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.4 cu ft | 16.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,300 lbs (best) | 5,082 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 121.5 in | 124.6 in (best) |
| Length | 203.3 in | 206.5 in (best) |
| Width | 73 in (best) | — |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMGS55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600S 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz S600 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | S55 AMG $114,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S 600 $170,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |