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specifications
The 2008 E550 Sedan
MSRP $60,175*
Engine and Drivetrain
Engine 5,461-cc DOHC 32-valve V-8. High-pressure die-cast aluminum-alloy cylinder block.
Net power 382 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Net torque 391 lb-ft @ 2,800 - 4,800 rpm
Compression ratio 10.7:1
Fuel requirementPremium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane.
Fuel tank (capacity-reserve) 21.1 gal - 2.4 gal
Fuel and ignition system Sequential fuel injection and single-spark ignition.
Transmission 7-speed automatic (5-speed automatic transmission with 4MATIC™). Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver's current driving style. Touch Shift allows the driver to manually downshift and allows upshifts by nudging the shift lever left or right of the Drive position. Shift into Optimum Gear programming allows one-touch selection of the best gear for maximum acceleration or engine braking by holding the shift lever to the left of Drive for one second. Driver-selectable Comfort mode starts the vehicle moving in 2nd gear or a second Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm to help improve control on slippery surfaces.
Drive configuration Rear-wheel drive or optional 4MATIC™ all-wheel drive.
Rear axle ratio 2.65:1 (3.07:1 with 4MATIC)
Note: Actual vehicles and specifications may vary.
* MSRP includes $775 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.
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