What is the Mercedes-Benz 560?
Mercedes-Benz used the 560 name on several large, high-powered cars in the late 1980s. The R107 560 SL was a two-seat roadster; the W126 and C126 560 models were S-Class saloons and coupés. These cars sat among the marque’s more prestigious offerings, with V8 engines and the comfort and formal design associated with its luxury range.
The listed generations overlap. The R107 560 series ran from 1986 to 1989, while the W126/C126 560 series ran from 1986 to 1991. They were distinct parts of the Mercedes-Benz range: the R107 was an SL, while the W126 family included the S-Class and its coupé counterpart.
Engines and power
The US petrol versions had engine sizes from 5.5 to 5.6 litres. The 560 badge covered different cars and body styles, including the SL roadster and the W126/C126 saloon and coupé.
Fuel consumption and CO₂
The listed US combined EPA rating is 14 MPG, also expressed as 16.8 L/100 km. EPA testing differs from European WLTP and NEDC procedures, so the ratings are not directly comparable.
Where was it sold?
The US versions cover model years 1986 to 1992. The R107 generation is also listed for Canada, while the W126/C126 is listed for the United States.
Questions and answers
What cars used the Mercedes-Benz 560 name?
The listed generations include the R107 SL roadster and the W126/C126 S-Class saloon and coupé series.
What engine sizes are listed?
The US petrol versions span 5.5 to 5.6 litres.
What is the EPA fuel-consumption rating?
The listed combined rating is 14 MPG, or 16.8 L/100 km.
Which years do the listed generations cover?
The R107 560 series ran from 1986 to 1989, and the W126/C126 series from 1986 to 1991.
