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 |