We cross-shopped three others and this won on fuel economy. road noise on the highway is the trade-off.
EXPERT REVIEW · SEDAN
2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class review
Mercedes-Benz S-Class: a sensible pick with a few compromises. Illustrative review
8.2/10 OffLot expert score
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a strong contender in its class. Good trunk for the footprint; comfortable front seats on long trips. Road noise on coarse pavement and rear headroom is tight for tall passengers, so test the trim you'd actually buy. Starting around $120,000, it costs more than most direct rivals.
What's good
- Good trunk for the footprint
- Comfortable front seats on long trips
- Standard driver-assist suite
What to check
- Road noise on coarse pavement
- Rear headroom is tight for tall passengers
Best for: Buyers who want low running costs without giving up comfort. Starting MSRP: $120,000.
Owner reviews · 4.3 of 5 from 3 owners
Replaced an older Mercedes-Benz with this one. Big step up in fuel economy; I'd like a little more rear headroom.
Replaced an older Mercedes-Benz with this one. Big step up in fuel economy; I'd like a little more rear headroom.
Price trend · used Mercedes-Benz S-Class, 12 months
Average used asking price in the OffLot demo index: $77,688 · +0.77% last 30 days · +2.87% year over year.