Episode 379 - Mercedes Benz S500e L 

Date of broadcast: 01 March 2017
Engine: 2 996 cc V6, twin turbo + 85kW electric motor
Total Power: 325 kW @ 5 250 - 6 000 rpm
Total Torque: 650 Nm @ 1 000 - 4 750 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 146,73 kW/ton
Gearbox: Seven-speed automatic, RWD
Wheels/tyres: 18-inch alloy, 245/50 (f), 274/45 (r) R18 tyres
0-100 km/h: 5,2 sec
Top speed: 250 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 70 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 2,8 / 10,5 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 2 500 / 667 km
CO2 emissions: 65 g/km
Pros: Adds efficiency to already impressive talents.
Cons: Don’t be fooled by the claimed fuel consumption.
Retail price: R1 875 500
Price as tested: R1 875 500
Prices correct on date of broadcast.