2016 S-Class Sedan Quick Reference Guide

Models & MSRP

  • S550e Plug-in Hybrid – $95,650
  • S550 – $95,650
  • S550 4MATIC – $98,650
  • S600 – $169,050
  • AMG S63 4MATIC – $143,250
  • AMG S65 – $224,650

*Above prices exclude $925 delivery & destination charge

Model Year Changes

  • New model: S550e, available in ZEV states
  • Driver Assistance Package now includes Speed Limit Assist
  • New Selenite Grey metallic and Emerald Green metallic paint colors

Standard Equipment Highlights (S550)

  • COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS
  • ATTENTION ASSIST®
  • All-LED exterior lights
  • AIRMATIC air suspension and Adaptive Damping system
  • COMAND System with touchpad and controller
  • Heated 16-way power front seats with memory
  • Burmester® Surround Sound System
  • LED Ambient Lighting with 7 colors with 5 dimming levels and 4 different dimming zones
  • Air Balance Package: Fragrance, ionization and filtration of air through the HVAC system

Optional Equipment Highlights (S550)

  • ENERGIZING massage function: unique seat massage function based on the hot-stone principle
  • Rear Seat Package: Rear seatbelt airbags, PRE-SAFE® Rear seat belt buckles, 4-Zone climate control, power-adjustable right-rear footrest, front passenger seat moves forward an additional 3.0-in.
  • Warmth & Comfort Package: Heated steering wheel, heated front/rear center & door armrests, heated and ventilated rear seats, power rear seats with memory
  • New generation Driver Assistance Package: DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, BAS PLUS® with Cross-Traffic Assist, PRE-SAFE PLUS Rear end collision protection, PRE-SAFE Brake® with Pedestrian Recognition, Traffic Sign Assist
  • Night View Assist PLUS
  • Surround View Camera

Model Positioning

  • The highest expression of the Mercedes-Benz brand, with innovations in passenger comfort, entertainment and safety. S550e plug-in hybrid debuts efficient drive concept; AMG models offer ultimate performance in a premium-luxury sedan.

Key Competitors

  • BMW 7 Series
  • Audi A8
  • Lexus LS

At a Glance

  S550 S550 4MATIC S550e S63 AMG 4MATIC S65 AMG
Dimensions (L/W/H) – in. 206.5/83.9/58.7
Engine 4.7-liter
biturbo V8
4.7-liter
biturbo V8
3.0-liter biturbo V6 and hybrid electric motor 5.5-liter biturbo V8 6.0-liter biturbo V12
Transmission 7-speed automatic
RWD
7-speed automatic
AWD
7-speed automatic
RWD
AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS MCT 7-speed
AWD
AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC RWD
Performance 449 hp
516 lb-ft
449 hp
516 lb-ft
329 gas /114 electric hp
354 gas/251 electric lb-ft
577 hp
664 lb-ft
621 hp
738 lb-ft
0-60 mph (sec.) 4.8 4.8 5.2 3.9 4.2
Fuel Economy -- mpg
(EPA city/hwy/comb)
17/26/20 6/26/19 TBA 15/23/18 13/20/15