Mercedes-Benz S-Class SE (W116) (1972–1980)
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class SE (W116) was offered with 9 gasoline engine versions, from 156 to 225 hp, built 1972–1980.
EnlargeProduction years1972–1980
Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length195.3 in (4,960 mm)
Width73.6 in (1,870 mm)
Height56.1 in (1,425 mm)
Cargo volume18.7 cu ft (530 l)
Fuel tank25.4 gal (96 l)
All Mercedes-Benz S-Class SE (W116) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 280 S (160 hp) | 1972–1980 | Gasoline | 160 hp (118 kW) | 167 lb-ft (226 Nm) | 11.5 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 350 SE V8 (195 hp) | 1972–1976 | Gasoline | 195 hp (143 kW) | 203 lb-ft (275 Nm) | 9.5 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 350 SE V8 (200 hp) | 1972–1976 | Gasoline | 200 hp (147 kW) | 211 lb-ft (286 Nm) | 9.5 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 450 SE V8 (217 hp) Automatic | 1972–1978 | Gasoline | 217 hp (160 kW) | 266 lb-ft (360 Nm) | 9.3 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 450 SE V8 (225 hp) Automatic | 1972–1975 | Gasoline | 225 hp (165 kW) | 279 lb-ft (378 Nm) | 9.3 s | 130 mph (210 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 280 SE (185 hp) | 1973–1980 | Gasoline | 185 hp (136 kW) | 176 lb-ft (238 Nm) | 10.5 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 280 S (156 hp) | 1976–1980 | Gasoline | 156 hp (115 kW) | 164 lb-ft (223 Nm) | 11.5 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 280 SE (177 hp) | 1976–1978 | Gasoline | 177 hp (130 kW) | 172 lb-ft (233 Nm) | 10.5 s | 124 mph (200 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 350 SE V8 (205 hp) | 1978–1980 | Gasoline | 205 hp (151 kW) | 209 lb-ft (284 Nm) | 9.5 s | 127 mph (205 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.