Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet A217 Convertible (2015-2017)

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Product Overview

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet A217 is a flagship full-size luxury convertible in production from 2015 to 2017, whereupon it received a facelift. It was available with a range of V8 and V12 engines that displaced 4.7 to 6.0 liters.
The first and last full-size convertible based on the S-Class, the A217 is a unique luxury vehicle. Alongside the C217 coupe, it sits at the top of Mercedes' model lineup.
Arguably, the A217 S-Class Cabriolet is a success story in design. It is both understated and opulent, and with the top down it is a more handsome vehicle than the coupe.
Fortunately, most cars were RWD, though the S63 AMG was only offered in AWD guise. The advantage is that owners can dodge the MBC active hydraulic suspension, which could be worth the tradeoff in handling dynamics.
On the V12 front, the updated M279 engine is the final iteration of Mercedes V12s. It is largely the same as the M275 but made more reliable with small improvements. It is now paired to a 7G-Tronic automatic transmission for fuel economy.

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What we found**

Neofiliac score 96% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Great, opulent styling
  • Decent build quality
  • Powerful engine lineup without tiny weasels
  • Last chance to get V12 from Merc
Cons
  • V12 married to MBC
  • S63 AMG limited to AWD

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Specifications

S 63 AMG 4MATICS 65 AMGS 500Maybach S 650

Capacity

Cargo Capacity350 L / 12.4 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity8.0 L / 8.5 qt12.1 L / 12.8 qt
Engine Oil Capacity8.5 L / 9.0 qt10.5 L / 11.1 qt8.0 L / 8.5 qt10.5 L / 11.1 qt
Fuel Capacity80.0 L / 21.1 gal
Passengers4
Payload550 kg / 1213 lbs445 kg / 981 lbs550 kg / 1213 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMulti-link
Suspension | RearMulti-link
Tire Size255/45 ZR 19, 285/40 ZR 19255/40 ZR 20245/50 R18255/40 R20, 285/35 R20
Turning Circle11.6 m / 38.0 ft11.9 m / 39.0 ft11.6 m / 38.0 ft11.6 m / 38.0 ft

Construction

Body Style2-door Convertible

Dimensions

Size | Height1417 mm / 55.8 in
Size | Length5027 mm / 197.9 in
Size | Width1899 mm / 74.8 in | 2108 mm / 83.0 in (mirror unfolded)1899 mm / 74.8 in | 2108 mm / 83.0 in (mirror unfolded)1899 mm / 74.8 in | 2108 mm / 83.0 in (mirror unfolded)1899 mm / 74.8 in
Track Width | Front1625.0 mm / 64.0 in
Track Width | Rear1649.0 mm / 64.9 in
Weight2040.0 kg / 4497.4 lbs2180.0 kg / 4806.1 lbs2040.0 kg / 4497.4 lbs2300.0 kg / 5070.6 lbs
Wheel Size19 in20 in18 in20 in
Wheelbase2945 mm / 115.9 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h3.9 sec4.1 sec4.6 sec4.1 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph3.7 sec3.9 sec4.4 sec3.9 sec
CO2 Emission244 g/km272 g/km212 ~ 199 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.32
Fuel Economy10.4 L/100km / 22.6 MPG (combined) | 14.3 L/100km / 16.4 MPG (urban) | 8.2 L/100km / 28.7 MPG (highway)12.0 L/100km / 19.6 MPG (combined) | 17.1 L/100km / 13.8 MPG (urban) | 8.9 L/100km / 26.4 MPG (highway)9.1 L/100km / 25.8 MPG (combined) | 12.2 L/100km / 19.3 MPG (urban) | 7.5 L/100km / 31.4 MPG (highway)
Top Speed250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel driveFront-engine (longitudinal), Rear-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 6
EngineM 157.985M 279.980M 278.929M 279 E 60 AL
Engine | Compression Ratio10.0:19.0:110.5:19.0:1
Engine | Displacement5.5 L / 333.3 cu-in / 5461.0 cc6.0 L / 364.9 cu-in / 5980.0 cc4.7 L / 284.6 cu-in / 4663.0 cc6.0 L / 364.9 cu-in / 5980.0 cc
Engine | Power585.0 hp / 436.2 kW @ 5500 rpm630.0 hp / 469.8 kW @ 4800-5400 rpm456.0 hp / 340.0 kW @ 5250-5500 rpm630.0 hp / 469.8 kW
Engine | Specific Output107.1 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in105.4 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in97.8 hp/L / 1.6 hp/cu-in105.4 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in
Engine | Torque900 Nm / 663.8 lb-ft @ 2250-3750 rpm1000 Nm / 737.6 lb-ft @ 2300-4300 rpm700 Nm / 516.3 lb-ft @ 1800-3500 rpm1000 Nm / 737.6 lb-ft
Engine | TypeBi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol V8 engineBi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol V12 engine with 4 values per cylinderBi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol V8 engineBi-turbocharged direct-injected petrol V12 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears7-speed797
Transmission | TypeAutomatic MCTAutomatic 7G-TRONICAutomatic 9G-TRONICAutomatic 7G-TRONIC

Production

Availability2015 ~ 20172015 ~ 20172015 ~ 20172016 ~ 2017

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