Overview
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a fullsize sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $96,600. For that price, it mainly competes with the BMW 7-Series, the Audi A8 L, and the Porsche Panamera. Between 2 trims, the S-Class offers 2 powertrains.. The standard engine is a 4.7L twin-turbocharged V8 engine making 449 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 523 horsepower-making 6.0L twin-turbocharged V12 engine. Furthermore, there is a choice between a 9-speed automatic transmission and a 7 speed automatic transmission. The S-Class reaches 60 MPH from zero in 5.5 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 4.8 seconds with the 6.0L turbocharged V12 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the S-Class can manage a combined fuel economy between 13 and 18 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 14 striking colors the S-class comes in really pull you towards itself.
