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Mercedes-Benz 600

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The official data lists 3 versions of the Mercedes-Benz 600 (1992–1993), in the United States. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
1992–1993
Markets
United States
Engines
6.0 L
Fuels
Petrol
Lowest consumption (United States)
18.1 L/100 km (EPA)

What is the Mercedes-Benz 600?

The Mercedes-Benz 600 was the V12 version of the W140 S-Class, the brand’s flagship saloon range. Its large body and double-glazed side windows reflected the W140’s focus on comfort and a quiet cabin.

Generation and engine

The W140 600 was listed in the United States from 1992 to 1993. Its 6.0-litre petrol engine was a V12, and the 600 badge appeared on S-Class saloons including the 600 SE and long-wheelbase 600 SEL.

How economical is the Mercedes-Benz 600?

The best combined EPA rating for the US-market 600 was 13 MPG, equivalent to 18.1 L/100 km. Test procedures differ between markets: Europe uses WLTP or, on older figures, NEDC; the United States uses the EPA test, and Canada uses a five-cycle test.

Where was it sold?

The US-market 600 was listed from 1992 to 1993, with three petrol versions and a 6.0-litre engine.

Questions and answers

What engine did the Mercedes-Benz 600 use?

The US-market 600 used a 6.0-litre petrol V12.

Which generation was the 600?

It was part of the W140 S-Class generation, listed in the US from 1992 to 1993.

What was its combined EPA rating?

The best combined rating was 13 MPG, equivalent to 18.1 L/100 km.

All 600 versions

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
1993(GUZZLER) (FFS)6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA425 g/km
1993(GUZZLER) (FFS)6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA460 g/km
1992(GUZZLER) (FFS)6.0 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA460 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.