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The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been named MotorTrend's 2027 Car of the Year, adding a prestigious honor to the flagship sedan's legacy of automotive excellence. Blending refined luxury with advanced technology and sophisticated engineering, the S-Class continues to set the standard for what a modern luxury sedan can deliver.
Learn MoreMotorTrend chose the 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class for how completely it fulfills its role as a luxury flagship. The judges highlighted:
A remarkably quiet cabin, smooth power delivery and suspension that cushions rough roads. It wasn't flawless, nevertheless, its combination of comfort, capability and luxury earned the award.
Precise steering, strong braking, excellent body control and rear-wheel steering that makes the large sedan easier to maneuver.
The S580's new 530-horsepower twin-turbo V8 delivers effortless acceleration with minimal vibration.
Supportive massaging seats, rich materials and an available rear-seat package with reclining seats and footrests.
Faster infotainment, improved voice controls, predictive suspension and effective driver assistance on public roads.
Judges felt its overall experience rivaled substantially more expensive Bentley and Rolls-Royce models.
Fine Print: Equipment, pricing and availability vary by configuration. Contact Mercedes-Benz of Southampton for complete details.
The S-Class receives a substantial update with roughly 2,700 new or revised parts. Highlights include refreshed styling, an illuminated grille surround, a new S580 V8, updated infotainment running the Mercedes-Benz MB.OS software and upgraded suspension and driver assistance technology.
Judges praised its quiet cabin, exceptional ride, refined powertrain, surprisingly agile handling and comprehensive luxury experience. They also considered it competitive with considerably more expensive luxury cars. The award evaluates vehicles against six criteria, including engineering, safety, value and how well they fulfill their intended purpose.
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a starting MSRP of $112,550 for the S500 4MATIC, the SS580 4MATIC and S580e 4MATIC Plug-In Hybrid both have an MSRP of $134,600. Add $1,550 for destination and delivery, $175 documentation fee, options, taxes and fees. Contact Mercedes-Benz of Southampton for complete details, leasing and financing offers, special incentives and trade-in opportunities.
Highlights include air suspension, 4.5-degree rear-wheel steering, 19-inch wheels, an illuminated grille surround, DIGITAL LIGHT headlights, the MBUX Superscreen, wireless smartphone integration and Burmester 3D audio.
All have all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic, but the models differ by powertrain and output. The S500 4MATIC has a 3.0-liter inline-six mild hybrid engine at 442 horsepower. The S580 4MATIC has a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid engine at 530 horsepower. The S580e 4MATIC has a 3.0-liter inline-six plug-in hybrid engine at 576 horsepower combined and supports electric-only driving.
The updated MBUX system combines driver, center and passenger displays with touchscreen and voice controls. It handles navigation, entertainment, communications and vehicle settings.
Highlights include reclining executive seating, rear massage functions, heated luxury headrests, a chauffeur function that moves the front passenger seat forward, calf massage and upgraded reading lamps. Entertainment screens, folding tables and refrigeration depend on the complete options configuration.
Broadly, the S-Class emphasizes ride refinement and a comprehensive luxury experience, the BMW 7 Series offers a similarly technology-focused alternative, including fully electric i7 versions, and the Audi A8 favors restrained styling. These are general distinctions, rather than the results of MotorTrend's evaluation.
The standard Mercedes-Benz U.S. new vehicle limited warranty is four years or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. Service A generally begins around one year or 10,000 miles; service pricing varies by dealer and required maintenance. More details about Mercedes-Benz's warranties are provided in this PDF.
