2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 Speaker Sizes

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 factory audio system features specific locations for audio components, such that the front door panel and rear door panel accommodate 6.5 inch speakers. Midbass and full-range units serve as viable replacement and upgrade options for the vehicle. Each specified position securely accepts an exact 6.5 inch speaker size without requiring modification.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 Speaker Replacement Summary

2 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
0 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 0 High: 0

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 1 Low: 0

Additional Notes

  • The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550 uses uniform 6.5 inch speakers in both front and rear door panels, which may simplify the selection process when considering replacements.
  • Door panel speakers accept both midbass and full-range driver types, suggesting flexibility in upgrade approaches depending on whether the factory system includes separate tweeters.
  • Midbass speakers typically handle frequencies from approximately 80Hz to 500Hz and would require existing tweeters to reproduce higher frequencies, while full-range drivers attempt to cover a broader spectrum from a single unit.
  • The consistent sizing across all door locations could indicate a factory audio design that relies on other components, such as center channel or dedicated tweeters, to handle frequency ranges outside the door speakers' capabilities.
  • Replacement with component midbass drivers might offer improved midrange clarity and bass response compared to factory units, particularly when paired with quality tweeters and proper crossover networks.
  • Full-range replacements would maintain a simpler installation profile but may compromise frequency extension at both high and low ends compared to properly configured component systems.