2011 Mercedes-Benz S550 4MATIC 4Dr Sedan
Fuel: 14 mpg city / 21 mpg hwyMSRP: $96,650
The 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-class is carried over to the new model year with minor changes. This year the line-up continues in six trims: S400 Hybrid, S550 (2WD and 4MATIC), S600, S63AMG, and S65 AMG. S550 is equipped with a 382-hp 5.5L V8, while the S600 boasts a 5.5L V12 twin turbo producing 510 horsepower and 612 ft-lbs of torque. AMG S63 features a new 5.5L biturbo V8 that outputs 536hp, as well as new 19-inch wheels and tires. The top-of-the-line S65 sees a bump in output to 621hp. All models are equipped with several technological amenities, including a hands-free communication system, a driver's information system, the COMAND system, a voice control system, and a hard drive-based GPS navigation system. A new "Splitview" dual content screen (where allowed), is also standard this year. One new exterior color choice is offered--Magnetite Black.
| Select Trim Options: | Mercedes-Benz |
S550 |
2011 |
4MATIC 4Dr Sedan |
5 Year Cost of Ownership
4MATIC 4Dr Sedan 5 Year Ownership Costs
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | 5 Year Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depreciation | $11,585 | $12,700 | $11,914 | $10,496 | $8,850 | $55,545 |
| Financing | $3,694 | $2,941 | $2,151 | $1,344 | $471 | $10,601 |
| Insurance | $2,262 | $2,262 | $2,262 | $2,262 | $2,262 | $11,310 |
| State Fees | $293 | $237 | $218 | $192 | $176 | $1,116 |
| Fuel | $2,400 | $2,605 | $2,827 | $3,069 | $3,331 | $14,232 |
| Maintenance | $201 | $496 | $201 | $1,768 | $201 | $2,867 |
| Repairs | $0 | $0 | $0 | $564 | $1,246 | $1,810 |
| Ownership Costs | $20,435 | $21,241 | $19,573 | $19,695 | $16,537 | $97,481 |
Vehicle Class:
Luxury Passenger Car
5 Year Cost of Similar Vehicles:
$94,979
Difference:
$2,502
Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Tax Credit:
$0
Value Rating This Vehicle:
Poor
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