2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review
Introduction
The 2001 S-Class is manufactured in GERMANY for Mercedes-Benz. It is Mercedes-Benz's entry into the SEDAN 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $70,800 USD in 2001.
S-Class Dimensions
The 2001 S-Class has standard length of 203.10 inches and a width of 73.10 inches. The S-Class rides 56.90 inches off the ground, with a clearance of inches. Front headroom is 37.60 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the S-Class a radius of 37.70 inches. It uses 225/60R16 tires with a wheelbase of 121.50 inches.
Drivetrain
The S-Class comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The S-Class's standard 4.3L V8 SOHC 24V engine weighs in at 17 miles/gallon city driving using a 23.20 gallon tank. This is average for its class.
Pricing
The S-Class retails for $70,800 USD with a invoice price of $65,844 USD for the base model with no options. A normal delivery charge of USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Normal equipment usually includes Power Door Locks, ABS Brakes, Traction Control, Driver Airbag, Front Side Airbag. S-Class optional equipment may include Electronic Parking Aid, Front Heated Seat, Front Power Lumbar Support, Cargo Net, High Intensity Discharge Headlights.
Exterior color choices include Almandine Black Metallic, Aspen Green Metallic, Black, Black Opal Metallic, Bordeaux Red Metallic, Brilliant Silver Metallic, Capri Blue Metallic, Dark Turquoise Metallic, Desert Silver Metallic, Designo Silver Metallic, Glacier White, Horizon Blue Metallic, Midnight Blue, Mocha Black Metallic, Obsidian Black Metallic, Tectite Gray Metallic, Wedgewood Blue Metallic with interior choices of Ash Leather, Charcoal Leather, Java Leather, Light Brown Leather, Oyster Leather, Shell Leather. The S-Class seats 5 people with 41.30 inches front leg room.
Warranty
The basic warranty period is 48 months or 50,000 miles. It also comes with a 48 month/50,000 mile drivetrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer. It is necessary to refer to the dealer to confirm all warranties.
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