2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65

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$222,000 - $230,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Plush and opulent cabin

More expensive than some rivals

All-new model added to the S-Class lineup

A sublime performance from the V12 engine

Some rivals are better in terms of handling

Truckloads of cutting-edge features and technology

Specs & Features

$222,000

price

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

horsepower

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

torque

7-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

6.0L 12cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 Sedan makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan class. With standalone trim on offer, the Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 has a base MSRP of $222,000. It competes directly with the Bentley Flying Spur W12 Sedan. The Porsche Panamera Turbo S Executive Sedan and the Audi A8 L W12 Sedan are also potential rivals that are significantly less expensive than others. Only a 6.0L twin-turbocharged V12 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 621 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 4.2 seconds, the AMG S 65 maintains a combined fuel economy of 15 MPG. Mercedes-Benz offers the AMG S 65 in 15 stunning colors, with the Magnetite Black Metallic being a particular favorite of ours.

Buying Advice

There is an extensive list of standard modern features in this standalone S65 AMG high-performance trim. However, we also choose some additional features like the head-up display, split-view front center display screen, and heated windshield.

Trims

    Base
    $222,000 onwards
    • Power adjustable heated and ventilated sports seats
    • RACE and Drift drive modes

Compare to similar cars

Price

$222,000- $230,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7

Horsepower

621 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque

738 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm

Capacity

5

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$114,900

Gasoline

8.34

520 hp @ 5800 rpm

481 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

5

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$106,900- $140,500

Gasoline

7.42

404 hp @ 5500 rpm

406 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

5

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$141,450- $160,900

Gasoline

8.8

577 hp @ 5500 rpm

664 lb.-ft. @ 2250 rpm

5

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$117,300

Gasoline

7.57

600 hp @ 6000 rpm

540 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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$128,300- $135,200

Gasoline

7.33

540 hp @ 5200 rpm

538 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    4.3 sec--
    2015 Audi S8

    Ranked #1

    3.9 sec12.6 sec155 mph
    4.22 sec--
    4.3 sec12.1 sec198 mph
    4.6 sec13.3 sec176 mph
    5.2 sec--

    2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      13 mpg20 mpg15 mpg21.1 gal.274.3/422 mi.
      2015 Audi S8

      Ranked #1

      17 mpg27 mpg20 mpg21.7 gal.368.9/585.9 mi.
      16 mpg25 mpg19 mpg21.1 gal.337.60/527.50 mi.
      16 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.5 gal.296/444 mi.
      15 mpg24 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/506.4 mi.
      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.316.5/485.3 mi.

      2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.5 in.124.8 in.
        206.5 in.74.8 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        2015 Audi S8

        Ranked #3

        202.2 in.76.7 in.57.5 in.5 in.117.8 in.
        200.5 in.74.9 in.58.3 in.6 in.120.9 in.
        197.2 in.74.6 in.54.8 in.5 in.116.9 in.

        2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          16.3 cu.ft.--
          13 cu.ft.97.3 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.96.9 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          18.7 cu.ft.-18.7 cu.ft.
          16.3 cu.ft.-16.3 cu.ft.
          2015 Audi S8

          Ranked #5

          14.2 cu.ft.115.1 cu.ft.-

          2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -16.3 cu.ft.--
            2015 Audi S8

            Ranked #2

            -14.2 cu.ft.-76 ft.
            18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-
            16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.16.3 cu.ft.-
            89.7 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            20.8 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.-

            2015 Mercedes-Benz AMG S 65 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -4969 lbs.
              -4233 lbs.
              905 lbs.4655 lbs.
              2015 Audi S8

              Ranked #1

              1213 lbs.4685 lbs.
              -4806 lbs.
              840 lbs.4605 lbs.

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