- The 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class debuts with updated styling, new technology and more powerful engines.
- A new V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft provides surprising performance in the luxury flagship.
- Updated screens and rear-seat technology modernize the already high-tech cabin.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an icon. For more than 70 years, it has been the favorite choice of buyers looking for the ultimate luxury sedan. Even with strong alternatives from brands like BMW and Genesis in recent years, the S-Class still reigns supreme in the premium segment.
Mercedes has no plans to give up the luxury crown heading into 2027. Meet the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Design and technology: familiar, but different
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The new S-Class does not shy away from the design elements that have defined it for decades. The 2027 model is instantly recognizable, with very Mercedes-esque headlights flanking a slightly larger grille, sharper bumper details and – look closely – three-pointed stars along each of the grille’s vertical slats. It’s over the top in the best way.
The rear design is inspired by the latest E-Class. Each horizontally oriented rear light houses three star-shaped lighting elements, connected by a sleek chrome strip across the trunk lid. Additional chrome accents frame the dual exhaust tips at the bottom of the bumper.
The side profile is classic S-Class, with a high greenhouse for front and rear passengers and a smooth roofline that flows seamlessly into the trunk lid. Standard 19-inch wheels with high spokes complete the premium look.
Inside, the S-Class gets subtle but noticeable upgrades. The once dominant Hyperscreen has been watered down; instead of a single, uninterrupted pane of glass, the instrument cluster and central touchscreen are now completely separate.
Mercedes calls its new setup the ‘Superscreen’. It consists of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.3-inch central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch passenger display. The system runs on the latest version of Benz’s MBUX interface and adds features such as generative AI and native Google Maps integration.
That technology also extends to the rear seat, where two 13.1-inch displays are mounted on the backrests of the front seats. Rear passengers get two fully detachable MBUX remote controls, and for the first time Mercedes offers native apps such as Disney+ and YouTube directly through the MBUX system.
Performance: an unexpected V8
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Perhaps the biggest upgrade for the 2027 S-Class lies under the hood. The S580 is powered by an all-new 4.0-liter V8 engine with a flat-plane crankshaft – yes, a flat crank in a luxury sedan. The engine produces 530 hp and 553 Nm of torque, boosted by a mild-hybrid system with an integrated starter generator that adds an additional 23 hp. Mercedes estimates a 0 to 100 km/h time of just 3.9 seconds.
The base S500 gets a new inline-six engine that produces 442 hp and 443 Nm of torque, or up to 472 Nm when the overtorque function is activated. Despite being an entry-level model, it still reaches a speed of 100 km/h in an estimated 4.3 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 210 km/h.
Mercedes is also keeping the plug-in hybrid option in the lineup for 2027. The S580e combines an updated inline-six engine with an electric motor for a combined output of 576 hp – 73 more than before – and 553 lb-ft. Mercedes hasn’t released an updated electric-only range yet, but it’s expected to surpass the previous model’s 75 miles.
Across the range, power is sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. Mercedes’ Airmatic air suspension is standard on every model, while E-Active Body Control with intelligent adaptive damping remains optional.
| Trimming | Engine | Export | 0-60 mph |
| S500 | 3.0L I6 hybrid | 442 hp / 443 LB-FT | 4.3 seconds (estimated) |
| S580 | 4.0L V8 hybrid | 530 hp / 553 LB-FT | 3.9 seconds (estimated) |
| S580e | 3.0L I6 PHEV | 576 HP / 553 LB-FT | 4.4 seconds (estimated) |
Prices and availability: to be announced
Pricing for the 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has not yet been announced. That said, don’t expect the new version to get cheaper, as the current 2026 model starts at $120,850.
More details – including final prices and full specifications – should be revealed closer to the S-Class’s on-sale date later this year.
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Taking Motor1s: It may not look all that new, but the latest Mercedes-Benz S-Class sounds like it could be the best yet. With a new flathead V8 and a host of improved technology, Mercedes has made small but meaningful adjustments to its iconic luxury sedan.
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