Used 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A) Consumer Reviews
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Back In The "High Life" Again!
abacomike, Deerfield Beach, FL, 11/11/2017
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
59 of 61 people found this review helpful
This is a truly refined automobile. I traded in my 2017 BMW 740i for the 2018 S450. There is very little comparison to the two cars. The Mercedes is quick, smooth riding and handling, stays in a straight line with little driver input which was not the case with the BMW 7 Series. The vehicle corners precisely and does not handle like a 4500+ pound luxury sedan - but more like a 3800 pound vehicle. This car is, without doubt, the most beautiful, fun-to-drive and most comfortable luxury sedan I have every driven - and I have owned more than 40 luxury sedans in my lifetime. The pricing on this car is about $10,000 less than the S560 - mostly due to the V6 bi-turbo as opposed to a V8 bi-turbo. I drove both models and found the S450 to be a bit more nimble. Be prepared to surround yourself in the epitome of luxury, performance, audio, as a well as a myriad of driver safety features like adaptive cruise, adaptive lane departure, adaptive blind spot monitoring (which cause the car to remain in the lane if a car is detected on either side of you. Self-steering is precise as is the adaptive cruise. I'll update my review as I build up the miles. In summary, this is a luxury sports sedan while the BMW 7 series tends to be a more sporty handling vehicle. The new 9 speed transmission and driver-selected ride and handling options (Comfort, Sport, Economy) make the world of difference in this new S Class entry. Audio System is not to be believed - like listening to a live performance.
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UPDATE ON MY S 450 SEDAN
abacomike , West Palm Beach, FL, 01/11/2018
updated 07/31/2018
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
32 of 34 people found this review helpful
My S450 now has 6350 miles on the odometer. It continues to be problem free - never have had to return it to dealership for any adjustments or problems. Fuel economy continues to excellent - 31.5 mpg highway - 21 mpg around town - 23.5 mpg average. The twin turbo V6 engine continues to awe me because I still can’t believe the power and acceleration in this car. It still rides and handles the same as the day I picked up the car new. I really can not recommend any changes to this vehicle - it is smooth riding, handles effortlessly, is comfortable to sit in any seat (front or back), the audio is crisp and clear like sitting in a music hall, 360 degree camera shows your car’s position relative to the surroundings, interior is exquisite and functional for driver and passengers, and the adaptive cruise control is a treasure when driving on the interstate for an extended period of time. I’ve tried the self-parking feature but prefer not using it since I never have to parallel park. Technology is impressive - but I caution those interested in this vehicle that the learning curve for the myriad of technologies and their use is long. I would estimate that it took me 3 months of driving it to master most of them. Every so often I come across something new that I did not know existed. I guess it kind of awes you as you learn more and more about this car’s capabilities. This one’s a KEEPER! I LOVE THIS CAR!
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The greatest car
Mikhail Bass, Boynton Beach, FL, 01/09/2019
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
Overall it is a great luxury sedan. It handles very good on the road. Eco start/stop feature is annoying and creates uncomfortable driving specifically during frequent stops. It should not be used during comfort driving.
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best ever.
ottotoot1, Placentia, CA, 03/19/2022
updated 03/31/2023
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has all the things that enhance driving. The ride is great, the dashboard presentation is overwhelming, and the size is what I wanted most.
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