Running in full speed with a mighty 5,513 cc twin-turbocharged SOHC 36-valve 6 V-12 engine that can spit out a commanding net power of 493 hp @ 5,000 rpm and net torque of 590 lb-ft @ 1,800 - 3,500 rpm is the Mercedes Benz S600. Working together to achieve fuel efficiency are integrated sequential multipoint fuel injection, phased twin-spark ignition, electronic throttle, individual cylinder control, high-energy ignition coils and spark plugs. Helping the engine to draw out premium performance is the standard five-speed automatic equipped with electronically controlled shifting, driver adaptive programming, touch shift and driver selectable comfort modes.

Tough traction control and stability is supplied by a standard Electronic Stability Program which matches the course that the driver intends to tread with the steering and braking of the vehicle to achieve balance in driving. Also included in the program is an all-speed traction control that can know the drive wheel slip when increasing speed and thus provide the right amount of power needed to avoid negative and harmful effects like wheel slipping.

The features lined up on the car's exteriors are meant not only for added style and look but enhanced over-all performance a well. The auto parts and accessories making up the car's exteriors are dual chrome exhaust tips, dual power mirrors connected to the driver's seat memory, auto-dimming left mirror, a programmable parking assist right side mirror and a power fold-in side mirrors that can be programmed by the driver to retract if using the remote locking of the car. Entering tunnels, alleys and other dark areas will not be a problem anymore since S600 is equipped with a driver-selectable light sensing headlamp that automatically lightens using the auto position of the headlights.

Protection and security car parts and car accessories to safeguard the passengers and the car itself include the featured SmartKey that makes use of an electronic code to open the gearshift and ignition. Prevention of unauthorized opening of the car's engine is done simply by removing the key from the ignition.