Engine 4,966-cc SOHC 24-valve 90° V-8. High-pressure die-cast alloy cylinder block, alloy heads.

Net power 302 hp @ 5,600 rpm

Net torque 339 lb-ft torque @ 2,700–4,250 rpm

Compression ratio 10.0:1.

Fuel requirement Premium unleaded, 91 pump octane.

Fuel and ignition system ME 2.8 engine management. Integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition includes individual cylinder control of fuel spray, spark timing/phase and antiknock. Two high-energy ignition coils and two spark plugs per cylinder, with 100,000-mile spark plug intervals. Electronic throttle control.

Intake system Magnesium 2-stage resonance intake manifold increases runner length at lower rpm for improved response. Stainless-steel exhaust system with dual chrome finishers.

Transmission Electronic 5-speed automatic with driver-adaptive control. Touch Shift allows driver to manually downshift and allow upshifts by nudging the shift lever to the left or right from the Drive position. Driver-selectable winter mode starts vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a special second Reverse gear to help improve takeoff on slippery surfaces. Display in instrument cluster indicates selected gear range and winter/standard mode.

Rear axle ratio 2.82:1


* MSRP includes $665 transportation and handling charge and excludes all taxes, title/documentary fees, registration, tags, Mercedes-Benz Dealer prep, labor and installation charges, insurance, optional equipment and accessories, certificate of compliance or non-compliance fees, and finance charges. Actual prices may vary by Dealer.