Mercedes S-Class

The 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is completely redesigned with bold new styling, spirited driving dynamics and technical innovation.

The S-Class is the flagship sedan of the Mercedes-Benz lineup featuring state-of-the-art occupant protection, anti-theft, and vehicle-stability systems.

The S-Class first appeared in 1956 with new designs introduced in: 1958, 1959, 1961, 1965, 1973, 1980, 1991, 1999 and 2006.

In 2003, the S600 received a twin-turbo V12 with 493 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, the S55 AMG received a supercharged 5.5-liter V8 with 493 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque, and 4MATIC all-wheel drive was added as an option for S420 and S500.

In 2006, the S65 AMG was added with Mercedes-Benz stating the S65 AMG is the world’s quickest 4-door sedan, capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. The S65 AMG is powered by a hand-built 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 engine that develops 604 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque.

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