At the entry level of the lineup, the S-Class is offered in S550 guise, with optional 4MATIC adding all-wheel drive. Both of these models are powered by a 449-horsepower 4.7L turbocharged V8 engine mated to 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. High-performance AMG S63 4MATIC models pack a 5.5L twin-turbo V8 engine making 577 horsepower and 664 pound-feet of torque.

The S600 and S65 AMG models get a 6.0L twin-turbo V12 that makes 523 horsepower in the S600 and a whopping 621 horsepower and 738 pound-feet of torque in the AMG S65. The S600, along with both AMG models, is fitted with a special AMG Speedshift 7-speed automatic transmission.

S-Class Coupes, meanwhile, are offered with the 449-horsepower 4.7L engine from the S550, while AMG variants come with either the 577 horsepower 5.5L twin-turbo or the 621 horsepower 6.0L V12. Finally, a new S-Class cabriolet is offered with the 449-horsepower V8 and an all-new 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission. An AMG variant is available, of course: the S63 4MATIC cabriolet features the 5.5L V8 and an output of 577 horsepower and 664-pound-feet of torque, which is paired with the AMG Speedshift MCT 7-speed transmission.

Long-wheelbase Maybach models have been stretched by eight inches, making for much more room for rear seat passengers, not that the standard S-Class is lacking in this regard. The rear seats are also given exclusive upholstery and luxury items like heated armrests. Maybach models are powered by twin-turbo V12 engines, meaning they are offered in both S600 and AMG S65 guises.

AMG S-Class models offer the power and performance levels of an exotic sports car in a much more luxurious package, so owners get the same level of interior space and nearly the same comfort as any S-Class.

Magic Body Control is an optional feature in the S-Class; it actually scans the road surface and changes the suspension's settings to suit the kind of surface and your own desired level of comfort and control. MBC works together with the standard Active Damping System and AIRMATIC air suspension.

The AMG S63 gets a special AMG Adaptive Sports Suspension that's tuned to make the most of the all-wheel drive system's capability and this car's more performance-oriented setup. The AMG S65 also adds a sport version of Magic Body Control, but it also comes with a speed-sensitive sports steering with multiple settings and a distinct steering-wheel design. Special 20-inch AMG forged-alloy wheels are included in this model, along with a sport exhaust system with twin tailpipes and an available ceramic high-performance composite braking system.

Both the AMG S63 and AMG S65 add a lithium-ion battery that saves more than 44 pounds and isn't as affected by cold temperatures as a normal car battery. And they both include an Eco Start/Stop feature that allows the engine to stop automatically at stoplights and then restart when the driver lifts off the brake pedal.

All S-Class models include two high-resolution color screens, with a diagonal measurement of 12.3 inches. On the right are infotainment and comfort functions, while instrument-cluster and driver-specific controls are on the left. Expanded voice entry is now allowed for phone and audio systems, and there's a feature that will read text messages aloud. It also includes a customizable heads-up display, and the COMAND infotainment display has now been supplemented with a touch pad.

A Burmester Surround Sound system with optional 3D surround offers a so-called Frontbass system that uses woofers placed in the firewall, eliminating the need to take up door space.

The S-Class continues to have some of the best seats in any vehicle. In sedan versions, the rear seat features a limousine-like ambiance with the optional Executive Rear Seat package, which brings folding tables and upgraded back-seat appointments -- including a backrest angle that's adjustable up to 43.5 degrees. A Plus version of that package even brings an aircraft-style seat with Peltier technology that can keep drinks cool or warm. There's a hot-stone-inspired energizing massage function, with six massage programs, including two that provide warming, and the active seat ventilation system now uses reverse fans to help reduce drafts. Other noteworthy options for interior comfort include the Air Balance Package, which brings ionized air purification and has an active air-perfuming feature.

In addition to regular S-Class equipment, the AMG S65 gets a Napa leather roof liner, leather-lined dash and door panels, extra wood trim and AMG door sill panels with white illumination. The gauge cluster is AMG-specific, with additional round-dial gauges for engine and transmission oil temp.

Personalization options on the AMG models include a carbon fiber package, a wood and Napa leather-wrapped steering wheel, the ceramic-brake upgrade, red brake calipers and special carbon fiber and black piano lacquer trim.

Safety takes center stage in the S-Class, once again. As part of a $2,800 Driver Assistance Package, prospective buyers can add the DISTRONIC PLUS radar-based cruise control, PRE-SAFE autonomous braking; the PRE-SAFE PLUS rear-facing radar warning system; BAS PLUS with Cross Traffic Assist (using stereoscopic cameras to help prevent an accident); Active Lane Keeping Assist; and Active Blind Spot Protection. There's also Night View Assist Plus, a feature that continues to be refined, and uses infrared and camera information to detect animals and people along the road ahead.

Strong, Smooth Powertrains

Limousine-like Interior (especially With Executive Package)

Innovative Technology

Long-held Reputation For Durability

A Luxury Benchmark

Coupe And Cabriolet Availability

Mercedes-Benz seems intent on expanding the S-Class lineup as far as it will reach. Originally offered as the flagship sedan in Mercedes-Benz' lineup, the S-Class now comes in no fewer than four different body styles. The latest offering is an S-Class Cabriolet, with a soft top that can fold away in less than 20 seconds. The new S-Class Cabriolet is the marquee's first open-top flagship 4-seater since 1971. The car utilizes about 60 percent of the coupe's body components while benefitting from an aluminum rear floor. Pyrotechnically activated roll bars extend to protect occupants in the event of a rollover.

With a base price of over $95,000 -- and prices that can range to near double that for a well-equipped S65 AMG, the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class lineup isn't cheap. That's always been beside the point, though; the S-Class continues to showcase the leading edge of automotive technology -- including some world firsts for active safety -- and in ride comfort and interior ambiance.

With Mercedes-Benz's PRE-SAFE technologies, owners get some of the most sophisticated accident-avoidance systems in the world. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is also the first regular-production car to move entirely to LEDs for lighting -- with the entire car now using more than 400 LEDs, including up to 56 for the headlamps.

Navigation system: COMAND®

13 Speakers

AM/FM radio: SiriusXM

CD player

DVD-Audio

Premium audio system: COMAND®

Radio data system

Radio: COMAND® System w/Navigation

Weather band radio

Air Conditioning

Automatic temperature control

Front dual zone A/C

HVAC memory

Rear window defroster

Head restraints memory

Memory seat

Power driver seat

Power steering

Power windows

Remote keyless entry

Steering wheel memory

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Adaptive suspension

Auto-leveling suspension

Four wheel independent suspension

Speed-sensing steering

Traction control

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

ABS brakes

Anti-whiplash front head restraints

Child-Seat-Sensing Airbag

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Emergency communication system: mbrace2

Front anti-roll bar

Knee airbag

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Overhead airbag

Power adjustable front head restraints

Power adjustable rear head restraints

Rear anti-roll bar

Rear side impact airbag

Power moonroof: Panorama

Brake assist

Electronic Stability Control

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Auto High-beam Headlights

Delay-off headlights

Rear fog lights

Panic alarm

Security system

Speed control

Auto-dimming door mirrors

Bumpers: body-color

Door auto-latch

Heated door mirrors

Power door mirrors

Turn signal indicator mirrors

Active Heated/Ventilated Multicontour Front Seats

Auto tilt-away steering wheel

Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror

Burl Walnut Wood Trim

Compass

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Front reading lights

Garage door transmitter: Homelink

Genuine wood console insert

Genuine wood door panel insert

Illuminated entry

Leather steering wheel

Outside temperature display

Overhead console

Passenger vanity mirror

Rear reading lights

Rear seat center armrest

Sport steering wheel

Tachometer

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Trip computer

AMG® Nappa Leather Upholstery

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Heated front seats

Power passenger seat

Ventilated front seats

Passenger door bin

20" AMG® 5-Spoke Alloy Wheels

Alloy wheels

Rear Window Blind

Rain sensing wipers

Variably intermittent wipers

Engine: 5.5L DOHC Bi-Turbo 32-Valve V8

Transmission: AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS MCT 7-Spd Auto -inc: Driver-adaptive w/sport and comfort shift modes

Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature

Transmission w/Oil Cooler

Full-Time 4MATIC All-Wheel

2.47 Axle Ratio

150 Amp Alternator

78-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery

Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers

4-Corner Auto-Leveling Suspension

Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars

Automatic w/Driver Control Height Adjustable Automatic w/Driver Control Ride Control Sport Tuned Adaptive Suspension

Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering

21.1 Gal. Fuel Tank

Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher

Multi-Link Front Suspension w/Air Springs

Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Air Springs

4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake

Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential

Wheels: 20" AMG 5-Spoke Alloy

Tires: 255/40R20 Fr & 285/35R20 Rr

Clearcoat Paint

Fixed Glass 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade

Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass Panorama 1st Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade

Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Metal-Look Rub Strip/Fascia Accent

Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim

Chrome Door Handles

Metal-Look Bodyside Insert

Body-Colored Power Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator

Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster and Power Blind

Light Tinted Glass

Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets And Reservoir

Aluminum Panels

Chrome Grille

Power Open And Close Trunk Rear Cargo Access

Programmable Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Directionally Adaptive Auto High-Beam Headlamps w/Delay-Off

Rear Fog Lamps

Cornering Lights

Perimeter/Approach Lights

LED Brakelights

Headlights-Automatic Highbeams

Door Auto-Latch

Laminated Glass

Radio: COMAND System w/Navigation -inc: Burmester surround sound system and SiriusXM satellite radio w/free trial period

Radio w/Seek-Scan, In-Dash Mounted 6-Disc CD, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Aux Audio Input Jack, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation, Radio Data System, Weatherband, DVD-Audio, mbrace2 External Memory Control and 10 Gb Music Register Internal Memory

Automatic Equalizer

Audio Theft Deterrent

Streaming Audio

Window Grid Diversity Antenna

13 Burmester Speakers

590w Regular Amplifier

Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions

Siriusxm Traffic Real-Time Traffic Display

Bluetooth Wireless Phone Connectivity

2 LCD Monitors In The Front

Active Heated/Ventilated Multicontour Front Seats -inc: memory

Adaptive Bucket Front Seats w/Leatherette Back Material

Ventilated Front Seats

14-Way Driver Seat

14-Way Passenger Seat

Bench Front Facing Rear Seat

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column

Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer

Power Rear Windows and w/Power 2nd Row Sun Blinds

Mobile Hotspot Internet Access

AMG Sport Leather Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away

Front Cupholder

Rear Cupholder

Front And Rear Cigar Lighter(s)

Ashtray

3 12V DC Power Outlets

Compass

Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start

Valet Function

Power Fuel Flap Locking Type

Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button

Remote Releases -Inc: Hands-Free-Access Proximity Cargo Access

Homelink Garage Door Transmitter

Cruise Control

HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts, Residual Heat Recirculation, Headliner/Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts

Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning w/Front Infrared

Illuminated Locking Glove Box

Driver Foot Rest

Urethane Gear Shifter Material

Interior Trim -inc: Aluminum/Metal-Look Interior Accents and MB-Tex Leatherette Upholstered Dashboard

MB-Tex Leatherette Door Trim Insert

Full DINAMICA Leather Headliner

AMG Nappa Leather Upholstery -inc: AMG Floormats

Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror

Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination and Illuminated Rear Visor Mirror

Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage, 3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet

Front And Rear Map Lights

Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting

Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats

Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim

Trunk/Hatch Auto-Latch

Cargo Area Concealed Storage

Cargo Net

Cargo Space Lights

Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors, Steering Wheel, Head Restraints and HVAC

FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows and Sunroof/Convertible Roof

Tracker System

Smart Device Integration

Smart Device Remote Engine Start

Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Front Console, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins

Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down

Delayed Accessory Power

Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature

Driver Information Center

Redundant Digital Speedometer

Trip Computer

Outside Temp Gauge

Digital/Analog Appearance

Power Anti-Whiplash w/Tilt Front Head Restraints and Power w/Tilt Rear Head Restraints

Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Storage

2 Seatback Storage Pockets

Perimeter Alarm

Immobilizer

3 12V DC Power Outlets and 1 120V AC Power Outlet

Air Filtration

Used 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 63 AMG® 4MATIC®

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