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Used 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A) Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

Bucket list car

John Dickinson, Aliso Viejo, CA, 11/23/2016
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful

It eats tires and brakes, and will cost you more for gas as it is lucky to get 16mpg if you do not drive on freeway every day. Definitely would be the car if you did a lot of open road driving at higher speeds. Lots of power for passing even at high speeds. Quiet and great ride.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great ride

OG, Jacksonville, FL, 12/11/2015
updated 06/14/2016
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful

If you are all about comfort, this is your car. Difficult to find another choice in that price range with such a plethora of technology and comfort. Precisely, this is what may become a little overwhelming for some people. Having said that, do not expect this car to be "perfect". It is not. It has a lot of issues with software that may force you to get the car to the dealership for upgrades, but once the car is updated, it runs like no other. Tire wear is considerable with the factory installed Pirelli Flat Run. Ridiculous to be honest! At 5 thousand miles, dealership already suggested to replace front tires. Be prepared to spend in premium tires at least once every other year, sometimes less, depending on the brand and your driving habits. The dynamic cruise control (Distronic) feature is amazing, same the self-driving (under 30 mph) capability. Full isolation in its cabin, smooth ride, unparalleled audio quality, amazing response... and a price tag above 100K. But, hey, worthy in every penny.

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5 out of 5 stars

S Class at 72,000 Miles and going strong

Dan Marshall, Roseville, CA, 05/17/2020
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful

I have to admit that now I’ve just hit 72,000 I’m wondering if I should take it to 100k with the hopes that I won’t have to tap into my retirement to keep it going from costly repairs. I’ve read the reviews here but no one is saying they have a 2015 with this kind of mileage. For $100k+ you would think that I should be able to do it and not break the bank in repairs. Anyone have something to add that has had their ‘15 + year car I would love to hear about your experiences.

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4 out of 5 stars

Second S Class - 4th MBZ

kcoc3, Aliso Viejo, CA, 06/28/2015
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
19 of 25 people found this review helpful

I think that MBZ put too many bells and whistles on this car. I am paranoid about having any kind of a fender bender as the electronics will surely be messed up. I had to have new breaks and rotors put on at less than 19,000 miles. The climate control makes a weird noise sometimes (noise comes from engine) and per the dealership it is normal. Car is built to be quiet and then there is a weird alien sound. Voice control has improved but still not perfect. Sadly Siri works better in responding to text messages, etc. Massage on the seats is silly, along with the embracing seats. I have never used the "perfume" dispenser.

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5 out of 5 stars

Comfort and luxury

David, South Pasadena, CA, 01/18/2016
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 550 4dr Sedan (4.7L 8cyl Turbo 7A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

By far this is the most comfortable Mercedes I have owned. Beautiful interior that no cars can match. Much more leg room in the rear than the GL550.

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