Import 2020 Mercedes-Benz S400d Sports Limited 3.0

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S400d Sports Limited (W222 facelift) is a flagship luxury sedan with low mileage (38,520 km). Powered by the OM656 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged inline-6 diesel engine, this model is widely regarded as one of the smoothest and most powerful long-distance luxury cruisers Mercedes-Benz has ever engineered. The Sports Limited designation pairs the exterior aggressiveness of the AMG Styling Package with maximum interior luxury via the Leather Exclusive Package, panoramic glass roof, and Burmester sound system. In Kenya, a 2020 S400d in this trim carries an estimated landed and registered market value between KSh 14.5M and KSh 16.5M depending on duty assessment and option lists.

Engine and Performance

• Engine: 2.9-litre (2,925 cc) OM656 Twin-Turbocharged Inline-6 Diesel

• Power: 340 PS / 335 hp (250 kW) @ 3,600 – 4,400 RPM

• Torque: 700 Nm @ 1,200 – 3,200 RPM

• Transmission: 9G-TRONIC 9-Speed Automatic

• Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) or optional 4MATIC All-Wheel Drive

• 0–100 km/h: 5.2 seconds

• Top Speed: 250 km/h (Electronically limited)

• Fuel Tank: 70 litres

Dimensions, Weight, and Towing

• Length / Width / Height: 5,141 mm / 1,905 mm / 1,498 mm

• Wheelbase: 3,035 mm

• Kerb Weight: ~1,985 kg

• Seating: 5 persons

• Boot: 510 litres

• Towing: 2,100 kg (Braked)

Wheels and Chassis

• AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels (19-inch or optional 20-inch) with staggered high-performance tyres.

• AIRMATIC Air Suspension with continuous adaptive damping system (ADS+).

• Cross-drilled front brake discs with Mercedes-Benz branded brake calipers.

Exterior Features

• AMG Styling Package: Sculpted AMG front apron, side skirts, and aggressive rear diffuser with twin exhaust trims.

• Panoramic Sliding Power Sunroof with dual electric sunshades.

• MULTIBEAM LED Headlights with Ultra Range Highbeam and signature triple-strip DRLs.

• Soft-close power latching doors and hands-free power boot lid.

Fuel Economy (km/l)

• Combined: 17.5 km/l (5.7 L/100 km)

• Urban: 14.7 km/l (6.8 L/100 km)

• Highway: 20.0 km/l (5.0 L/100 km)

• Range: ~1,100 – 1,300 km per tank

• Fuel Type: Low-Sulphur Diesel (50 ppm or lower mandatory)

Offroad & Rough Road Capability

• Ground clearance varies between 130 mm and 150 mm; AIRMATIC suspension allows manually raising the chassis height by ~30 mm to clear high speed bumps or light ramp inclines.

• Designed for paved highway performance; cautious driving is required on rough unpaved roads to protect low-profile AMG wheels and underbody shielding.

Interior and Features

• Leather Exclusive Package: Premium Nappa leather upholstery extending across seats, armrests, dash top, and door cards with contrast diamond quilting.

• Burmester® Surround Sound System with 13 high-performance speakers and 590W total output.

• Radar Safety Package (Driving Assistance Package Plus): Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC, Active Steering Assist, Active Brake Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, and Blind Spot Assist.

• Dual 12.3-inch High-Resolution Widescreen Cockpit displays with COMAND Online system and smartphone Integration (Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™).

• Heated/Ventilated front and rear memory seats, 64-colour ambient lighting, and AIR-BALANCE cabin fragrance system.

Maintenance

• Service Interval: 15,000 km / 12 months

• Annual Costs (Kenya): KSh 100,000 – KSh 190,000

• Parts Availability: Good (Engine filters and wear-and-tear components accessible through specialized European parts vendors in Nairobi; AIRMATIC struts, electronic radar modules, and AMG body panels carry high replacement costs and are ordered from Dubai or Europe).

• Common Notes: The twin-turbo OM656 diesel requires 229.52 low-SAPS synthetic oil and regular replacement of fuel filters. AIRMATIC compressor and air bags require routine inspection for leaks around 80,000–100,000 km.

Maintenance Cost Breakdown (38,520 km)

Price and Market Info

Summary

The 2020 Mercedes-Benz S400d Sports Limited delivers effortless long-range power with 700 Nm of torque and sub-6.0 L/100 km highway efficiency. With just 38,520 km on the clock, the combination of AMG styling, Exclusive Leather, Radar Safety, panoramic glass roof, and Burmester audio represents one of the most complete executive luxury saloons available in the market.

Car Rating:

• Performance: 9.5/10

• Luxury: 9.5/10

• Technology: 9.5/10

• Fuel Economy: 9/10

• Maintenance Costs: 6/10

• Value (Kenya): 8.5/10