The Mercedes-Benz S-Class remains the ultra-luxury car against which other ultra-luxury aspirants are judged. That's impressive given that it was last redesigned for model-year 2000. The S-Class has been mildly face-lifted for 2003. The Mercedes S-Class is a beautiful line of cars, sleek and aerodynamic. They are smaller yet roomier than the bulky pre-2000 models they replaced. And they are extremely sophisticated. Microprocessors and onboard sensors instantaneously determine forces acting upon the car, filter the data, and adjust the handling. There's much technology here and learning all of the features takes some time. The Mercedes-Benz S430, the most popular model, offers plenty of power for quick passes, merging into fast freeway traffic, and accelerating out of corners. It exudes the tremendous presence of a Mercedes S-Class. The S500 delivers much more responsive performance, with crisp acceleration that should please any closet hot-rodder. The top-level S600 and the high-performance S55 AMG get even more power for 2003. A lot more power. As if they needed it. Fast traffic is a description fits an S600 and an S55 AMG. The S600 represents the ultimate in Mercedes-Benz luxury and power. The S55 AMG is a limited-production high-performance model. For 2003, the S-Class comes with new safety systems that can actually anticipate a collision, and prepare driver and passengers to get through it as safely as they possibly can. Electric seat belt tensioners are activated, and the power seats adjust to a lower and more upright position. Mercedes-Benz calls this system Pre-Safe, and points out that it is the only system in production today that engages before the impact, when milliseconds can minimize the energy spikes that cause serious injuries. Also new for 2003 is the availability of 4Matic all-wheel drive.
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S430
2003
2003 Mercedes-Benz S430
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2003 Base S 430 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan
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Select a Trim Price: - From $72,600
2003 Base S 430 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan
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2003 Base S 430 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Sedan
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2003 Base S 430 4dr All-Wheel Drive Sedan
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Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
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Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
4.3L V-8 / 275 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Transmission
5-spd Touch-Shift w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
17 / 24 / 20 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 4.3L V-8 / 275 HP / 295 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 17 / 24 / 20 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Multi-link |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Aluminum |
Fuel Tank | 23.2 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $89 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | 15.4 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 105 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 203.1 " |
Exterior Width | 73.1 " |
Exterior Height | 56.9 " |
Front Headroom | 37.6 " |
Rear Headroom | 38.4 " |
Front Legroom | 41.3 " |
Rear Legroom | 40.3 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 59.2 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 58.3 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 4,166 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 122 " |
Turning Radius | 19.8 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
Bumpers | Body-colored With Chrome Insert |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | |
Exhaust | Dual Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Door Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Door Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | Rear Side-impact Airbag |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front And Rear |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | Parktronic Front And Rear |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
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