The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long been synonymous with automotive excellence, consistently pushing the boundaries of comfort, safety, and the overall driving experience. The Mercedes 2020 S Class continues this legacy, representing the pinnacle of luxury and intelligent functionality, meticulously crafted in every detail. With 135 years of automotive expertise underpinning its design, the S-Class delivers unparalleled levels of refinement, bespoke craftsmanship, and human-centric innovation, reaffirming its position as the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz range and a benchmark for the entire industry. The highly anticipated Mercedes-Benz 2020 S Class Sedan made its debut with a starting price of $109,800*, arriving in U.S. dealerships in the first half of 2021.
To simplify the model range and cater to discerning tastes, the new generation Mercedes 2020 S Class Sedan is available in three meticulously curated trim lines for the U.S. market: Luxury Line, AMG Line, and the Executive Line (exclusive to the S 580 Sedan). Each trim level builds upon an already generous suite of standard features, incorporating a wealth of innovative technologies and opulent appointments, along with extensive customization options to truly personalize your Mercedes 2020 S Class.
Stepping inside the Mercedes 2020 S Class reveals a modern and progressive interior dominated by technology. A 12.8″ OLED multimedia touchscreen display takes center stage in the console, forming the heart of the infotainment system. The potential for up to five screens ensures all occupants are catered for, placing information and entertainment at everyone’s fingertips. The 2020 S Class also marks the debut of the second generation MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) infotainment system. This sophisticated, learning-capable system boasts enhanced Voice Control and a 50% increase in processing power compared to its predecessor. Personalization is key, with individual MBUX profiles activated through biometric authentication via fingerprint sensor, voice control, or facial recognition, ensuring a tailored experience every time you enter your Mercedes 2020 S Class.
Further enhancing the interior ambiance is the all-new Active Ambient Lighting system. Utilizing advanced LED technology, this system dynamically responds to vehicle functions, visually supporting driver assistance systems and even highlighting the active speaker during MBUX interactions. This subtle yet sophisticated feature elevates the in-car experience within the Mercedes 2020 S Class to new heights.
Safety in the Mercedes 2020 S Class is paramount, with a comprehensive suite of enhanced active and passive driver assistance systems included as standard. The 360-Degree Surround View Camera, complete with a new 3D View Assist feature, simplifies parking and maneuvering in tight spaces. Advanced driving aids enable the S Class to autonomously maintain speed and distance to vehicles ahead, as well as stay within lane markings on multi-lane roads, proactively adjusting speed based on the surrounding traffic. These extensive driver assistance systems, working in conjunction with sophisticated crash sensor technology and enhanced PRE-SAFE® functionality, ensure the Mercedes 2020 S Class upholds the highest standards of safety in even more scenarios than before.
For an even more immersive technological experience, an optional Augmented Reality Head-up Display system is available. This system seamlessly integrates with MBUX, navigation, and driver assistance systems, projecting visual cues and information directly into the driver’s line of sight. Complementing this is the new available 3D driver display, providing a comprehensive view of the vehicle’s surroundings and enhancing the ATTENTION ASSIST system with a microsleep warning. Utilizing an infrared interior camera, the system monitors driver characteristics and movements to detect distraction and drowsiness, further bolstering safety in the Mercedes 2020 S Class.
The exterior of the Mercedes 2020 S Class showcases a refined and puristic design language. It blends sensuous curves with classic Mercedes-Benz aesthetics, featuring a stretched hood, a C-Pillar that gracefully merges into the sculpted shoulder line, a dynamically designed rear window, and new seamless door handles that exemplify the attention to detail in the 2020 S Class.
Inside, the Mercedes 2020 S Class offers a sanctuary of space and comfort. Thoughtful interior elements abound, including rapid-heating and ventilating active multicontour front seats with enhanced massage functions and comfort headrests. Powered rear side sunshades, wireless smartphone integration and charging in the front, a toll gate transponder, soft-close doors, and the AIR-BALANCE cabin fragrance system further enhance the luxurious experience. Mercedes 2020 S Class owners can indulge in a choice of 10 massage programs, each with two intensity levels and durations ranging from 8 to 18 minutes, transforming every journey into a spa-like experience.
Revolutionary innovations further distinguish the Mercedes 2020 S Class, including the all-new 4D Surround Sound system, rear seat airbags, and rear-axle steering.
The Burmester® 4D surround sound system redefines in-car audio. Featuring 30 speakers and eight resonators, with two resonators integrated into the backrest of each seat, it delivers a truly immersive 4D sound experience. The direct reproduction of sound resonance in the seats adds a tactile dimension to the listening experience, with individually adjustable intensity for each seat. Beyond music, the 4D sound system enhances the available ENERGIZING Comfort system, creating an even more emotional and holistic wellness experience within the Mercedes 2020 S Class. Two amplifiers deliver a staggering 1,750 watts of total output across 37 individually processed channels.
A groundbreaking safety innovation in the Mercedes 2020 S Class is the available rear seat airbag. Designed to significantly reduce impact to the head and neck area for seat-belted occupants in the outer rear seats during a frontal collision, this frontal airbag for the rear deploys gently thanks to its innovative tubular structure, demonstrating Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to passenger safety at every seat.
Maneuverability is also enhanced in the Mercedes 2020 S Class with available rear-axle steering. With a steering angle of up to 10°, it dramatically improves agility on narrow city streets and at low speeds, making the large sedan feel surprisingly nimble, akin to a compact car. For the long-wheelbase, all-wheel-drive S Class, the turning circle is reduced by an impressive 6.2 feet, down to under 35.8 feet, making urban driving and parking far easier.
The Mercedes 2020 S Class model range features a new lineup of turbocharged engines incorporating EQ Boost and 48-volt technology, delivering both effortless power and efficiency. The electrified six-cylinder in-line engine in the Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC produces 429 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque, while the electrified V8 biturbo engine in the Mercedes-Benz S 580 4MATIC generates 496 hp and 516 lb-ft. Both powertrains benefit from an EQ Boost integrated starter generator, providing an additional 184 lb-ft of torque and up to 21 hp for short bursts, ensuring smooth acceleration and responsive power delivery across the Mercedes 2020 S Class range.
The launch of each new S-Class marks a significant milestone for Mercedes-Benz, and the Mercedes 2020 S Class is poised to elevate comfort, safety, and the overall driver and passenger experience to unprecedented levels. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan (referred to as Mercedes 2020 S Class for model year consistency in this article) arrived at U.S. dealerships in the first half of 2021, ready to redefine luxury motoring.
Mercedes 2020 S Class Trim Lines and Pricing At a Glance:
| Luxury Line | AMG Line | Executive Line |
|---|---|---|
| S 500 4MATIC Sedan: $109,800* S 580 4MATIC Sedan: $116,300* |
S 500 4MATIC Sedan: $114,100* S 580 4MATIC Sedan: $120,600* |
S 580 4MATIC Sedan: $131,450* (available exclusively on S 580 4MATIC) |
| Optional Feature Highlights: – Burmester® High-End 4D Surround System – 3D Technology Package with 3D Instrument Cluster and MBUX Augmented Reality Head-Up Display – Warmth & Comfort Package with Heated Steering Wheel, Heated Front and Rear Armrests, Rear Seat Heating, Electronic Rear Seats with Memory, and ENERGIZING Comfort health and wellness system – Heated Steering Wheel – Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery – Choice of high-end trim options – 20″ 10-Spoke Wheels | – AMG Body Styling – AMG Floor Mats – AMG Wheels Optional Feature Highlights: – Night Package – 4.5-Degree Rear-Axle Steering – Burmester® High-End 4D Surround System – 3D Technology Package with 3D Instrument Cluster and MBUX Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR-HUD) – Warmth & Comfort Package with Heated Steering Wheel, Heated Front and Rear Armrests, Rear Seat Heating, Electronic Rear Seats with Memory, and ENERGIZING Comfort health and wellness system – Heated Steering Wheel – Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery – Choice of high-end trim options – 20″ and 21″ AMG Multispoke Wheels and AMG Multispoke Wheels with black inlays (with Night Package) | – Active Multicontour Rear Seats with luxurious Easy Adjust Headrests with occupant restraint protection, and neck and shoulder heating – Electric Adjustable Rear Seats – Rear Passenger Airbag and Rear Beltbags – 4-Zone Climate Control – Rear ENERGIZING Comfort Package – Rear Wireless Charging – MBUX High-End Rear Seat Entertainment system with two integrated high-resolution 11.6″ touchscreens – MBUX Rear Tablet and 2 Wireless Headsets – Warmth & Comfort Package with Heated Steering Wheel, Heated Front and Rear Armrests, Rear Seat Heating, Electronic Rear Seats with Memory, and ENERGIZING Comfort health and wellness system – 10-Degree Rear Axle Steering Optional Feature Highlights: – Exclusive Nappa Leather upholstery – Burmester® High-End 4D Surround System – 3D Technology Package with 3D Instrument Cluster and MBUX Augmented Reality Head-Up Display (AR-HUD) – Choice of high-end trim options – 20″ 10-Spoke Wheels |
*All prices exclude $1,050 destination and delivery charge.
