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2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Sedan 2 trims listed 2 fuel-system recalls ← 2021 2023 →

Fuel tank capacity

22.1gal · 84 L

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a fuel tank capacity of 22.1 gallons (84 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 553–663 highway miles or 354–464 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

22.1 gal · Bigger than 80% of 2022 models we list.

Highway range
553–663 mi
City range
354–464 mi
Fuel
Premium unleaded (required)
Tank sizes
1
Trims
2

2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class fuel tank capacity by trim

What changes the tank sizeTap an option to filter the table

Engine
no difference

All 2 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD 3.0L 6cyl Twincharger mild hybrid 9A · AWD MPG 21 / 30Range 464 / 663 mi 3.0L 6cyl Twincharger mild hybrid 9A AWD 22.1 gal84 L 21 / 30 464 / 663 mi
S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD 4.0L 8cyl Turbo mild hybrid 9A · AWD MPG 16 / 25Range 354 / 553 mi 4.0L 8cyl Turbo mild hybrid 9A AWD 22.1 gal84 L 16 / 25 354 / 553 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 24 MPG, a full 22.1-gallon tank covers about 530 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full22.1663464
3/416.6497348
1/211.1332232
1/45.5166116
1/82.88358

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 625 gallons, roughly 28 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

What it costs to fill up a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

$116.69 to fill the 22.1-gallon tank from empty with premium, at this week's US average of $5.28 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
22.1 galPremium$5.28$116.69$87.52

By region, 22.1-gallon tank

RegionPremium / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.93$108.95
Midwest$5.37$118.68
Gulf CoastLowest$4.57$101.00
Rocky Mountain$5.12$113.15
West Coast$6.08$134.37
CaliforniaHighest$6.36$140.56

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 22.1-gallon tank$116.69
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,300

Starts at the US average for premium; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

S-Class tank size in other years

The tank changed for 2022: 22.1 gal, up from 21.1–22.1 gal on the 2021 S-Class.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2026 S-Class 17.7–20.1 gal 580 mi
2025 S-Class 17.7–20.1 gal 620 mi
2024 S-Class 17.7–22.2 gal 688 mi
2023 S-Class 17.2–22.1 gal 619 mi
2022 S-Class 22.1 gal 663 mi
2021 S-Class 21.1–22.1 gal 641 mi
2020 S-Class 21.1–24.3 gal 591 mi
2019 S-Class 21.1–24.3 gal 591 mi
2018 S-Class 21.1–24.6 gal 644 mi
2017 S-Class 16.6–24.6 gal 598 mi
Mercedes-Benz S-Class fuel tank by model yearSmallest tank Larger tank options
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← 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Every S-Class year 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class →

2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs similar 2022 sedans

At 22.1 gallons, the S-Class's largest tank ranks second of the seven 2022 sedans compared here. The Porsche Panamera carries the most (23.7 gal) and the Karma GS-6 the least (10.2 gal).

2022 modelTankLongest highway range
Porsche Panamera 21.1–23.7 gal 569 mi
Mercedes-Benz S-Class 22.1 gal 663 mi
Audi A8 21.7 gal 608 mi
Lexus LS 500 21.7 gal 629 mi
BMW 7 Series 12.1–20.6 gal 597 mi
Volvo S90 15.9 gal 493 mi
Karma GS-6 10.2 gal Not rated

Other 2022 sedans of a similar size, one model per brand.

2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, out of 10 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Delivery · Fuel pumpDec 21, 2023 · NHTSA 23V880000 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 79,676 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2024 GLE, GLS, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL, GLC, CLS, AMG GT, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, causing a loss of drive power.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 28, 2024. Owner notification letters will be mailed in phases, on February 23, 2024, April 19, 2024, June 28, 2024, August 9, 2024, October 1, 2024, and December 2, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 23V-445.

Delivery · Fuel pumpJun 26, 2023 · NHTSA 23V445000 · Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC · 143,551 vehicles

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021-2023 C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, CLS, SL, GT, GLC, GLE, GLS, and G-Class vehicles. Please refer to MBUSA's recall report for specific vehicle details. The fuel pump may shutdown, which can result in a loss of drive power.

Risk and remedy

Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 14, 2024. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372. MBUSA's number for this recall is 2023070012.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class holds 22.1 gallons (84 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class gas tank hold?

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class tank holds 84 liters, or 22.1 gallons in US gallons.

How far can a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class go on a full tank?

About 553–663 miles on the highway and 354–464 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class go on a quarter tank?

About 166 highway miles or 116 in town from the 22.1-gallon tank, which has roughly 5.5 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class take?

Premium unleaded (required). The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

At the US average of $5.28 a gallon for premium (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 22.1-gallon tank from empty costs $116.69. It ranges from $101.00 in the Gulf Coast to $140.56 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

About 137 pounds for the 22.1-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class have a bigger gas tank than the Audi A8?

Yes. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class holds up to 22.1 gallons; the 2022 Audi A8 holds up to 21.7.

Has the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 fuel-system recalls for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class: 23V880000 (delivery · fuel pump); 23V445000 (delivery · fuel pump). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings. Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (Mercedes-Benz fuel system recalls).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2022 Mercedes-Benz models

A-Class13.5 gallons AMG® GT21.1 gallons C-Class17.4 gallons CLA-Class13.5 gallons CLS-Class21.1 gallons E-Class17.4–21.1 gallons G-Class26.4 gallons GLA-Class12.7 gallons GLB-Class15.9 gallons GLC-Class17.4 gallons GLC-Class Coupe17.4 gallons GLE-Class22.5 gallons