Frequently Asked Questions About the S-Class

What is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

The S-Class is our luxury sedan by Mercedes-Benz. 

 

How many S-Class models are there?

 

Presently, three different S-Class models are available for customers to purchase. The S 500 4MATIC®, S 580 4MATIC®, and S 580e 4MATIC®. 

 

What is the price of the S-Class?

 

The S-Class Mercedes has a starting MSRP of $114,500* for the S 500, while the S 580e begins from $122,550*, and the S 580 has a starting price of $124,000*. 

 

Is there an electric S-Class?

 

In fact, there is. The plug-in hybrid electric S 580e 4MATIC® features a 22.7 kWh battery. 

 

What engines come in the new S-Class?

 

The S 500 is equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-6 turbocharged engine with mild hybrid drive and an electric auxiliary compressor that makes 429 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque.

 

The S 580e has the same 3.0-liter inline-6 turbo motor but an added 22.7 kWh electric motor that produces 363 horsepower from the gas engine, with 148 extra horsepower from the electric motor, and 369 lb-ft of torque. 

 

Topping out with the S 580 gives you a 4.0-liter biturbo with mild hybrid drive that puts out 496 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. 

 
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What is the fuel economy like?

 

The S 500 gets an EPA-estimated 20 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, respectively. The S 580e delivers one more mpg on the highway at 29. However, in testing conducted by Car and Driver, they bested that number with an average of 36 highway miles per gallon, mainly on the gas engine. If you purchase the S 580, you will get 16 city and 25 highway, respectively. 

 

How much range does the S 580e have?

 

The new Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC® has an all-electric EPA estimated range of 46 miles on the electric battery alone. However, in testing by Car and Driver, the S 580e drove 58 miles in EV mode.

 

Does the Mercedes-Benz S have great safety features?

 

The S-Class has some of the latest driver assistance technology on the market today. The Driver Assistance Package includes:

 

• Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC® adaptive cruise control

• Active Stop-and-Go Assist

• Active Steering Assist

• Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function 

• Active Speed Limit Assist with Traffic Sign Assist 

• Active Blind Spot Assist

• Active Lane Keeping Assist

• Car-to-X Communication

• Active Parking Assist with PARTRONIC and 360° camera.

• PRE-SAFE® PLUS with PRE-SAFE® Sound

• PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side 

• Toll Gate Transponder: With a payment account set up via the Mercedes me Connect app, the built-in toll gate transponder will work with all major toll roads in the U.S. and select airport parking structures.

• MAGIC VISION CONTROL: This innovative and highly efficient windscreen wiper system ensures greater visibility and greater safety by adjusting the water quantity to the situation by taking into account the ambient temperature, vehicle speed, and other factors to spray washer fluid directly onto the windscreen in front of the wiper blades, precisely where it is required.

How good is the infotainment system?

With Mercedes-Benz User Experience, or MBUX, you have complete control of your automobile just by talking to your vehicle. Simply say “hey Mercedes” to activate the voice assistant to help you call people, send a text message, change the climate control, navigate to a location, tell you news, sports, and weather, among other things. 

 

How big is the S?

 

The exterior dimensions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class are as follows:

• Length: 208.2”

• Width: 83”

• Height: 59.2”

• Wheelbase: 126.6”

 

The interior dimensions in inches are as follows:

• Headroom F/R: 42/39

• Legroom F/R: 41/44

• Elbow room F/R: 63/62

• Shoulder room F/R: 60/58

• Trunk cargo capacity: 19 cu.ft.

 

Does the S-Class have 4MATIC® All-Wheel Drive?

 

The entire line of S-Class sedans all come standard with 4MATIC® all-wheel drive, a legendary system from Mercedes-Benz that dates back to 1903 when Paul Daimler drew out his first ideas for all-wheel drive technology, later becoming a reality in 1907 on the Dernberg-Wagen, the first-ever production road car with all-wheel drive. The first S-Class in America that could be optioned with 4MATIC® was the W220 chassis in 2003. 

 

Is there a tax credit for buying an S 580e Mercedes-Benz?

 

The 2023 and 2024 Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC® is eligible for the federal $7,500 EV tax credit since it is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. You can check with a qualified tax professional or consult the IRS website for federal tax information and the Department of Energy’s website for information regarding the state you live in and what sort of tax benefits you can receive. 

 

How long does it take to charge the S 580e?

 

There are currently three types of charging. 

 

• Level 1 charging is any regular 110V outlet that you can plug into. It takes the longest to charge an electric vehicle as this is used for standard household items. Typically, you will see about 3 miles of range for every hour of charge.

• Level 2 charging is when you have installed a 240V outlet in your home to charge your car. Dryers and refrigerators use 240-volt outlets, making this easy for a qualified electrician to put in your garage. You will usually see 17-20 miles of range for every hour you are plugged in for home charging. Most public charging stations are Level 2 systems located within downtown areas, public parking garages, some local parks, etc. Some are free, while others are not. 

• Level 3 charging is called DC Fast charging, and it is currently the fastest type of charging available for electric vehicles. More and more charging stations along roads and highways are DC fast chargers to help get you back on the road more quickly. These do cost money, and by using your phone or a credit card, you can pay at the machine, similar to how you would pay at a gas pump.  

 

With Level 1 charging, Mercedes-Benz says it will only take 2.25 hours to charge from 10% to 100%. A Level 3 DC Fast charging will charge from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes. 

 

At Mercedes-Benz of Plano, we take great pride in offering the best service to our customers. With hundreds of new and pre-owned vehicles to choose from, our incredible sales team and finance department will work to get you the best price possible. Our fantastic service department will work tirelessly to ensure your vehicle stays in the absolute best condition possible.

We look forward to working with you soon. 

 

* Base MSRP excludes transportation and handling charges, destination charges, taxes, title, registration, preparation and documentary fees, tags, labor and installation charges, insurance, and optional equipment, products, packages and accessories. Options, model availability and actual dealer price may vary. See dealer for details, costs and terms.