2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Starting MSRP
$117,750
to $186,200
About the 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class continues its reign as the benchmark for luxury, but it also packs some surprising real-world muscle. With a starting price around $117,750, you're stepping into a spacious sanctuary; just check out that rear legroom—43.8 inches! That means even adults riding shotgun in the back will feel perfectly comfortable on long trips. Power delivery across the board is solid, with the entry-level S 500 delivering 442 horsepower, plenty for confident merging. While it requires premium fuel, the mild hybrid systems offer a respectable 24 MPG combined rating, making those longer commutes from the suburbs less painful. Plus, with standard all-wheel drive and a sophisticated 9-speed automatic transmission, the driving experience is consistently smooth and secure, whether you’re navigating city streets or open highways.
Key Highlights
Spacious Rear Comfort
Rear passengers benefit from a massive 43.8 inches of legroom, ensuring executive comfort even on extended drives in the 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Standard AWD Power
All four available trims come standard with All-Wheel Drive, paired with a smooth 9-speed automatic transmission for consistent grip and performance.
Engine Variety
Buyers can choose from configurations ranging from the capable 6-cylinder mild hybrid up to the high-performance plug-in hybrid AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE.
Highway Cruising MPG
The standard powertrain configuration achieves 31 MPG on the highway, balancing significant power (442 hp) with reasonable fuel efficiency for a large luxury sedan.
Best For
Executive Chauffeurs
- The massive 43.8 inches of rear legroom ensures that clients who are driven will enjoy superior space compared to most competitors.
Technology-Focused Drivers
- The mild-hybrid system standardizes efficiency across most trims, providing 24 MPG combined without sacrificing the requisite power.
Cross-State Travelers
- With a wheelbase stretching 126.6 inches, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers substantial stability and ride quality for covering long distances.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) | $186,200 | all wheel drive | 791 hp | 18 mpg |
| S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $117,750 | all wheel drive | 442 hp | 24 mpg |
| S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | $128,600 | all wheel drive | 496 hp | 20 mpg |
| S 580e 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) | $128,200 | all wheel drive | 503 hp | 23 mpg |
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Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A)
S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A)
S 580e 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A)
| Feature | AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) | S 500 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | S 580 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) | S 580e 4MATIC 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 9A) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (39 features) | ||||
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | ||||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Brake Drying | ||||
| Brake Preparation System | ||||
| Cornering Lights | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Driver Attention Alert | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Cross Traffic Alert | ||||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Power Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | ||||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Self-Leveling Headlights | ||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (10 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 4.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Base Engine Type | plug-in hybrid | mild hybrid | mild hybrid | plug-in hybrid |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Cylinder Deactivation | — | — | ||
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 791 hp | 442 hp | 496 hp @ 5500 rpm | 503 hp |
| Number of Cylinders | V8 | inline 6 | V8 | inline 6 |
| Number of Valves | 32 | 24 | 32 | 24 |
| Torque | 1055 lb-ft | 413 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 553 lb-ft |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (3 features) | ||||
| Center Differential Type | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip | Limited Slip |
| Drivetrain Type | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Fuel (11 features) | ||||
| Charging Time (240V) | 2.82 hr. | — | — | 2.75 hr. |
| DC Fast Charging Port Type | SAE Combo | — | — | SAE Combo |
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 301.5/462.3 mi. | 420.0/620.0 mi. | 340.0/500.0 mi. | 354.0/513.3 mi. |
| EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe) | 46/53 MPGe | — | — | 59/70 MPGe |
| EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe) | 49 MPGe | — | — | 63 MPGe |
| EPA Electric Driving Range | 16 mi. | — | — | 48 mi. |
| EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi) | 67 | — | — | 53 |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 15/23 MPG | 21/31 MPG | 17/25 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Warranty (5 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Hybrid Component Warranty | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. | 6 yr./ 62000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (32 features) | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Parking Assist | ||||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Parking Sensors | ||||
| Front Seatback Storage | ||||
| Front View Camera | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | — | |||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||
| Overhead Console with Storage | ||||
| Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear Door Pockets | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear Ventilation Ducts | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Side View Camera | ||||
| Sun Sensor | ||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors | ||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | ||||
| Wireless Charging Pad | ||||
| Wood Trim on Steering Wheel | — | |||
| In Car Entertainment (16 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wireless) | ||||
| Apple CarPlay (Wireless) | ||||
| Auxiliary Audio Input | ||||
| Infotainment Display | 12.8 in | 12.8 in | 12.8 in | 12.8 in |
| Memory Card Slot | ||||
| Premium Speaker Brand | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester | Burmester |
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months | 6 months |
| Speaker System | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | ||||
| Stereo Power | 710W | 710W | 710W | 710W |
| Subwoofer Count | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Surround Audio | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete | Discrete |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (5 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended | 1st Row Power Glass Extended |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror | ||||
| Frontseats (21 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 12-way | 12-way | 12-way | 12-way |
| Driver Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Driver Seat Ventilation | ||||
| Front Head Room | 42.1 in. | 42.1 in. | 42.1 in. | 42.1 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 41.4 in. | 41.4 in. | 41.4 in. | 41.4 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Bucket | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. | 59.6 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Memory Settings | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | 12-way | 12-way | 12-way | 12-way |
| Passenger Seat Thigh Extension | ||||
| Passenger Seat Ventilation | ||||
| Seat Massage Function | ||||
| Seat Material: Leather | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Premium Leather | — | |||
| Rearseats (8 features) | ||||
| Folding Center Armrest | — | |||
| Folding Rear Seat Feature | — | — | — | |
| Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level) | — | — | — | |
| Pass-Thru Center Armrest | — | — | — | |
| Rear Head Room | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. | 39.4 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 43.8 in. | 43.8 in. | 43.8 in. | 43.8 in. |
| Rear Seat Ventilation | — | — | — | |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. | 59.0 in. |
| Tires and Wheels (6 features) | ||||
| Run Flat Tires | — | |||
| Tire Size | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 | |
| Tire Type | Performance | — | — | — |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | — | — | — |
| Wheel Material | — | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 20 x 10.5 in. | 19 x 8.5 in | 19 x 8.5 in | 19 x 8.5 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (12 features) | ||||
| 0-60 mph Acceleration Time | 3.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 10.7 cu.ft. | 12.8 cu.ft. | 12.8 cu.ft. | 8.1 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | Germany | Germany | Germany | Germany |
| Curb Weight | 5720 lbs. | 4740 lbs. | 4784 lbs. | 5501 lbs. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in. | 5.1 in. | 5.1 in. | 5.1 in. |
| Height | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. | 59.2 in. |
| Length | 208.2 in. | 208.2 in. | 208.2 in. | 208.2 in. |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 10.7 cu.ft. | 12.8 cu.ft. | 12.8 cu.ft. | 8.1 cu.ft. |
| Turning Circle | — | 42.0 ft. | 42.0 ft. | 42.0 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in. | 126.6 in. | 126.6 in. | 126.6 in. |
| Width (With Mirrors) | 83.0 in. | 83.0 in. | 83.0 in. | 83.0 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 76.9 in. | 76.9 in. | 76.9 in. | 76.9 in. |
| Telematics (8 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | ||||
| Concierge Service | ||||
| Destination Download | ||||
| Emergency Service | ||||
| Roadside Assistance | ||||
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | ||||
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | ||||
| Vehicle Alarm Notification | ||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of fuel does the 2025 S-Class require?
Every version of the 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class requires premium unleaded fuel to maintain peak performance and protect the mild or plug-in hybrid components.
How much passenger space is actually available inside?
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is configured to seat five passengers, offering impressive front legroom of 41.4 inches and generous rear legroom measuring 43.8 inches.
Which trim offers the most electric driving range?
The S 580e and the AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE trims are the plug-in hybrid options, meaning they will offer all-electric capability absent in the mild hybrid S 500 and S 580 models.
Is the horsepower rating the same across all four trims?
No, the horsepower figures vary significantly, starting at 442 hp for the base S 500 and increasing dramatically for the performance-oriented AMG model.
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