Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2018 S65 AMG.
The 2018 Mercedes S65 AMG is a specific model year within the S65 AMG lineage, representing a particular point in the vehicle's production timeline. This iteration carries the defining characteristics of the S65 AMG nameplate, and its place in the model's history informs its reliability profile. For researchers, the 2018 model year's reliability record aligns with the broader trends established by the S65 AMG series.
Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.
Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.
From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48; Auxiliary: 400 · 760 CCA; Auxiliary: 200 CCA battery, OE oil filter 1370110180. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.
| Engine oil filter | 1370110180 alt 2751800009 |
| Engine air filter | 2750940204 |
| Battery | 0009826925 |
| Front wiper blades | 2178202000 alt 2228201145 |
| Thermostat | 1372030180 |
Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.
| Overall length | 198.4 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Overall height | 55.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 116.1 in |
| Curb weight | 4817 lb |
| Track (front / rear) | 64.2 / 65 in |
| Weight distribution (front / rear) | 53/47 |
Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.
Torque lug nuts to 110 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 18.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9.
| Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts | 11 ft-lbs |
| Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug | 18.0 ft-lbs |
| Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs | 15.0 ft-lbs |
| Lug Nuts | 110 ft-lbs |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9 |
| Spark Plug Manufacturer | Mercedes-Benz |
| Spark Plug Gap | .031 in |
| Spark Plug Torque | 18 ft-lbs |
| Standard BCI Group Number | 48; Auxiliary: 400 |
| Standard BCI Cranking Performance | 760 cca; Auxiliary: 200 cca |
| Optional BCI Group Number | 49 |
| Optional BCI Cranking Performance | 850 cca |
| Engine Compression | 174 |
| Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque | Rear: 26 |
| Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque | Front: 110; Rear: 81 |
| Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement | Front: 1.299; Rear: .945 |
| 1 | 202.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 202 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 33.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90 | 33 ft. lbs |
| 1 | 3.0 ft. lbs. | 3 ft. lbs |
| 2 | Tighten Bolts 180 | |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2018 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG 4MATIC and S65 AMG vehicles. The software calibration for the Active Lane Keeping Assist may be incorrect, and as a result, the system may… Remedy: MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will update the multipurpose camera software, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at…
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