2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class: S 500 4MATIC® and S 580 4MATIC® Buyer’s Guide

2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pricing and EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy

The 2027 S-Class lineup covered here spans from $114,000 MSRP* for the S 500 4MATIC® to $136,050 MSRP* for the S 580 4MATIC®. A plug-in hybrid S 580e 4MATIC® joins the lineup in the fourth quarter of 2026. You can see what is on the ground right now in our new S-Class inventory.

Day-to-day fuel costs are worth factoring in. The S 500 4MATIC® earns an EPA-estimated 20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway and 23 mpg combined. The S 580 4MATIC® rates at an EPA-estimated 16 mpg city, 24 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined. Both require premium unleaded fuel.

For drivers commuting between El Cajon and San Diego, the S 500 4MATIC® holds a meaningful EPA-estimated efficiency advantage over a year of driving. The S 580 4MATIC® trades some of that efficiency for considerably more output, which is the right exchange for buyers who want the most dynamic version of the S-Class.

MSRP by Trim

*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for new vehicles includes manufacturer and distributor options and delivery, process and handling fees, which may be subject to change at any time. MSRP excludes taxes, title, license and dealer installed options, accessories, fees and charges. MSRP is not the dealer advertised price. Dealer price will vary. The dealer sets the final price.

EPA-Estimated Fuel Economy by Trim

EPA-estimated fuel economy figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, how you drive and maintain your vehicle, battery age/condition, and other factors.

Exterior Design and Lighting

The 2027 S-Class is a four-door sedan measuring 208.8 inches long, 75.6 inches wide without mirrors and 59.2 inches tall, riding on a 126.6-inch wheelbase. Those proportions produce the long, low silhouette that makes the S-Class recognizable at a glance.

Lighting is where the 2027 model makes its clearest visual statement. Next Generation DIGITAL LIGHT is standard on both trims, with each headlamp individually controlling 25,000 pixels so the high beams adapt to oncoming traffic in real time. The system includes Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus with Partial High Beam Function, offered in the U.S. for the first time. An optional projection function extends what the headlamps can display on the road ahead. An illuminated grille surround is standard, and a lighted standing hood star is available.

Buyers who want to personalize further have the MANUFAKTUR program, which offers nearly 50 MANUFAKTUR Exclusive paint colors ranging from heritage shades to modern matte finishes. The optional AMG Line package adds AMG exterior styling, AMG wheels, a multifunction sports steering wheel in Nappa leather, AMG floor mats and AMG sports pedals.

Performance: S 500 4MATIC® vs. S 580 4MATIC®

The gap between these two powertrains is substantial. The S 500 4MATIC® uses a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-six producing 442 hp and reaching 60 mph in an estimated 4.3 seconds. The S 580 4MATIC® steps up to a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 delivering 530 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, cutting that estimate to 3.9 seconds. Both engines are mild hybrids, integrating a 48-volt integrated starter-generator that contributes 23 hp and 151 lb-ft for smoother acceleration and energy recuperation.

Performance by Trim

Power routes through the 9G-TRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels through 4MATIC® all-wheel drive. Self-leveling AIRMATIC® air suspension with Intelligent Damper Control is standard on both trims and can use Car-to-X data from other Mercedes-Benz vehicles to adapt to the road ahead. On the S 580 4MATIC®, optional E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL adds active roll stabilization and a ride-height response to detected side impacts.

Rear-axle steering is standard, deflecting the rear wheels up to 4.5 degrees for a 39-foot wall-to-wall turning circle. An optional 10-degree system tightens that to 35.4 feet, a practical upgrade in a sedan this long. Standard 19-inch alloy wheels can be upgraded to 20-inch and 21-inch designs; AMG wheel designs require the AMG Line styling option.

If you are weighing this flagship against a rival luxury brand, our Mercedes-Benz vs. BMW comparison covers how the two makers approach performance and refinement differently.

Interior Comfort and Cabin Space

Five passengers fit in the S-Class, with rear legroom measuring 43.9 inches. Front headroom is 39.3 inches, rear headroom 38.4 inches, front shoulder room 59.7 inches and rear shoulder room 57.8 inches. The trunk holds 14 cu ft of cargo, accessed through a power open and close trunk lid.

Dimensions and Capacities

Rapid-heating and ventilated power front seats with massage, memory and lumbar support are standard on both trims. Power rear seats with memory are standard on the S 580 4MATIC® and optional on the S 500 4MATIC®. The S 580 4MATIC® also adds heated front seatbelts, a heated steering wheel, heated front armrests, active ambient lighting and illuminated Mercedes-Benz door sills as standard equipment.

A panorama roof is standard, along with power sunshades for the rear window and rear side windows, and heat-insulating, noise-insulating and infrared-reflecting laminated glass. Soft-close doors, auto-dimming mirrors and a new multifunction steering wheel in Nappa leather with rocker and roller controls round out the cabin. Multiple MANUFAKTUR interior ensembles in Nappa leather are available, with progressively more extensive packages offering exclusive colors and extended detailing.

MBUX Technology and Connectivity

Three screens define the S-Class cockpit. The MBUX Superscreen combines a 12.3-inch driver display, a 14.4-inch central multimedia display and a 12.3-inch front passenger display. The fourth-generation MBUX infotainment system is powered by MB.OS and uses generative AI alongside adaptive Zero Layer menu technology to surface the functions you actually use.

Several connected features are offered as Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras, which require a personal Mercedes me ID and pairing of the vehicle to that account. These include MBUX Navigation with a seven-year term, MBUX Augmented Reality for navigation, and MBUX Smartphone Integration with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto. Over-the-air updates keep the system current without a service visit. MBUX Profile Authentication via facial recognition and a digital vehicle key for smartphones are also part of the standard technology set, along with front dual wireless smartphone charging and a valet trunk lock feature controlled through MBUX.

Audio comes from a standard Burmester® 3D Surround Sound System with 15 speakers and 710 watts of system output, now including Dolby Atmos®. Both trims can be optioned with the Burmester® High-End 4D Sound System, which adds in-seat resonators and seat-specific sound adaptation. The optional MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment System adds rear screens with video capability.

Features identified as Digital Extras require a personal Mercedes me ID, agreement to the Terms of Use for Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras, and pairing of the vehicle and user account to activate the feature in the vehicle. Upon expiration of the initial term, most features can be renewed for a fee, provided they are still offered for the vehicle. Over-the-air updates also require an adequate cellular connection. Source: Mercedes-Benz USA.

Standard Safety and Driver Assistance Features

The 2027 S-Class carries MB.DRIVE as standard equipment. That package includes a lane keeping function, Blind Spot Assist Plus with exit warning, stop sign and traffic light warning, speed limit warning, brake assist, an emergency stop function, maneuvering assist and a reversing camera. PRE-SAFE®, PRE-SAFE® Sound, PRE-SAFE® PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side are standard as well, preparing the cabin and occupants when the car detects an imminent collision.

Additional driver assistance arrives as Digital Extras. Distance Assist DISTRONIC with restart function, route-based speed adjustment and speed limit function is available, as are MB.DRIVE ASSIST with steering assist and lane change assist, MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST with PARKTRONIC and reverse maneuvering, and MB.DRIVE PARKING ASSIST 360 with a 360-degree camera and rim protection warning. A more capable MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO package is planned for a later date.

On the restraint side, the S-Class includes an airbag between the driver and front passenger. Rear seat frontal airbags come with the Pinnacle Package, and rear seatbelt Beltbags® are available on the S 580 4MATIC®. Ambient lighting is active rather than decorative, shifting color to confirm a climate adjustment or to warn of a developing hazard.

Some systems are optional. Even the most advanced safety systems may not be sufficient to avoid an accident. It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. Drivers are cautioned not to wait for system alerts before braking or taking evasive action, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance. See Operator’s Manual for system operating speeds and additional information and warnings. Source: Mercedes-Benz USA.

Features identified as Digital Extras require a personal Mercedes me ID, agreement to the Terms of Use for Mercedes-Benz Digital Extras, and pairing of the vehicle and user account to activate the feature in the vehicle. Upon expiration of the initial term, most features can be renewed for a fee, provided they are still offered for the vehicle. Over-the-air updates also require an adequate cellular connection. Source: Mercedes-Benz USA.

Trim Packages and Options

The AMG Line is a styling option covering AMG exterior treatment, AMG wheels and sport cabin details. The Exclusive Package adds a 3D instrument cluster, an MBUX augmented reality head-up display, the Air Balance package and welcome lighting projection with Mercedes-Benz branding. On the S 500 4MATIC®, the Exclusive Package also brings the ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL package with multi-stage fine dust filtration, a heated steering wheel, heated front seatbelts, heated front armrests, power rear seats with memory, active ambient lighting, illuminated door sills and MAGIC VISION CONTROL, all of which are already standard on the S 580 4MATIC®.

The Pinnacle Package includes everything in the Exclusive Package plus four-zone climate control, illuminated front and rear seatbelt buckles, rapid-heating and ventilated rear seats, rear armrest heating, dual rear MBUX remotes, wireless smartphone charging in the rear armrest, 100-watt USB-C ports in the rear center armrest and rear seat frontal airbags.

The Pinnacle Plus Package is offered on the S 580 4MATIC® and adds EASY ADJUST luxury front headrests, executive rear seats, multicontour rear seats with massage, heated luxury rear headrests, a chauffeur function for the front passenger seat, a calf massage function for the rear passenger seat, rear seatbelt presenters, rear seat Beltbags® and rear adaptive reading lamps with individually adjustable spotlights. Extended leather and trim packages and MANUFAKTUR interior packages are also available.

Warranty Coverage

Both the S 500 4MATIC® and S 580 4MATIC® carry the Mercedes-Benz New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Basic coverage runs 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first, and includes powertrain and corrosion perforation coverage on the same 48-month or 50,000-mile terms. Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance is included for 48 months or 50,000 miles.

Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance is manufacturer-backed, which means an emergency on the road connects you to the Mercedes-Benz network rather than a third-party provider.

This information is provided for general educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Warranty coverage depends on the specific terms of your vehicle’s warranty agreement. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified legal professional for guidance on your individual situation. Source: Mercedes-Benz USA new vehicle limited warranty terms.