2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan

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Rating8.7

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$106,400
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 27, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Absolute best ride quality in the segment

Not fun to drive

All-new model for 2019

Powerful and smooth powertrain

Options are expensive

Super-luxurious and elegant interior

Only one trim is offered

Specs & Features

$106,400

price

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

516 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

torque

9-Speed Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl RWD 9A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Armed with a 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine and a 13.5 kWh battery, fused to a 9-speed automatic transmission, the 2019 Mercedes Benz S-Class PHEV makes 469 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. Standalone, the engine makes 362 horsepower while the electric motor manages 120 horsepower. This powertrain helps the 2019 Mercedes Benz S-Class PHEV cover 0-60 in 4.7 seconds. You can drive the S-Class PHEV for 25 miles on the electric system alone, making it good for small trips in the city. Combined, the S-Class PHEV achieves an impressive 64 mpge combined while getting 23 mpg from the traditional engine alone. With a base price of MSRP $106,400, the S-Class PHEV makes a formidable competitor in the fullsize sedan segment, competing with the likes of the BMW 7 Series PHEV, the and the Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid Sedan.

Buying Advice

The 2019 Mercedes Benz S-Class PHEV is an all-model in the S-Class lineup. It is offered in a single trim while there are plenty of customization options and features to choose from. 

Trims

    S 560e
    $106,400 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl RWD 9A
    • Horsepower: 469 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 516 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.26 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$106,400

Engine

plug-in-hybrid

Rating

8.7

Horsepower

469 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

516 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

Capacity

5

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plug-in-hybrid

8.09

322 hp @ 5000 rpm

369 lb.-ft.

5

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2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    5.26 sec11.7 sec155 mph
    5.2 sec--

    2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      SourceCompare
      58 mpg73 mpg23 mpg21.1 gal.
      25 mpg29 mpg27 mpg12.1 gal.

      2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        206.9 in.83.9 in.58.8 in.5 in.124.6 in.
        206.6 in.85.4 in.58.2 in.5.3 in.126.4 in.

        2019 Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid Plug-in Hybrid

        Ranked #3

        198.8 in.85.2 in.56 in.6 in.116.1 in.

        2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          18.7 cu.ft.--
          10 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.

          2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            -18.7 cu.ft.-
            20.8 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.14.8 cu.ft.

            2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-in Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1113 lbs.4885 lbs.
              899 lbs.4740 lbs.

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