2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The Edmunds experts tested the 2026 S-Class both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2026 S-Class gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 18 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the S-Class ranges from 10.7 to 8.1 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Learn more

To determine whether the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the S-Class. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the S-Class's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2026 S-Class gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 18 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2026 S-Class is a good car for you. Learn more

The least-expensive 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $119,500.

Other versions include:

• S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) which starts at $119,500
• S 580e 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) which starts at $130,400
• S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) which starts at $130,700
• AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) which starts at $189,800

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If you're interested in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the next question is, which S-Class model is right for you? S-Class variants include S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A), S 580e 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A), S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A), and AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A). For a full list of S-Class models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more