What Changed

The S-Class is restyled for 2014. Styling changes are evolutionary and subtle overall. Updates to the front include a larger grille and smaller headlamps. At launch, the S-Class arrived with just the S550 model powered by a 4.7l V8 engine rated at 455-bhp. The S63 AMG performance includes a 577-bhp 5.5l V8 engine and all-wheel-drive.

Comparison to Prior Model

2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Price Range ($) $92,900 - $139,500 $92,350 - $212,000
Length (in) 206.5 206.5
Wheelbase (in) 124.6 124.6
Width (in) 74.8 73.7
Height (in) 58.7 58.0
Track (in) 63.9 62.9
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 448.2 436.0
Curb Weight (lbs.) 4729-4773 4630-5082
Legroom Total (in.) 84.4 84.2
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 114.4 109.5
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 16.3 16.4
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 4.7l V8 T (455-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 T (577-bhp)
  • 3.0l V6 T D (240-bhp)
  • 3.5l V6 HEV (295-bhp)
  • 4.7l V8 T (429-bhp)
  • 5.5l V12 T (510-bhp)
  • 5.5l V8 T (536-bhp)
  • 6.0l V12 T (621-bhp)
Transmissions A7, SM7 A5, A7, SM7
City MPG 15-17 12-21
Highway MPG 23-26 19-31
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