Mercedes-Benz Classe S 2021– car dimensions: 5179 mm long, 1954 mm wide and 1503 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,230 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The cabin pairs a large central OLED touchscreen in the MBUX Superscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard. THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control with digital vents keeps the five seats comfortable, while heated front seats and ambient lighting add everyday ease. Driver aids include adaptive cruise in MB.DRIVE ASSIST, active lane keeping, blind-spot warning with exit alert, automatic emergency braking and a reversing camera plus parking sensors for low-speed manoeuvres.
Boot volume is 510 litres with the rear seats in place. Hands-free access and remote lid closing make loading simple, and a through-loading hatch plus cargo nets help with longer items.
Braked towing capacity reaches 2100 kg and unbraked 750 kg. Payload is listed at 660 kg. AIRMATIC air suspension is standard and maintains level ride height under load.
The cabin offers a quiet ride thanks to standard acoustic insulating glass and AIRMATIC air suspension with intelligent damping. Front seats are electrically multi-adjustable with memory and four-way lumbar support plus heating as standard. Higher packs add ventilation, active multicontour bolsters that adapt in corners, massage functions, ENERGIZING wellness programmes, AIR-BALANCE fragrance and ionisation, heated steering wheel and armrests, plus rear heated or ventilated seats and power ottomans on Executive configurations. A panoramic roof is available as an option for more light.
Diesel mild-hybrid 6-cylinder with WLTP combined consumption 6.2-6.8 L/100 km.
76-litre fuel tank.
AIRMATIC air suspension standard.
Comprehensive standard safety including median airbag, PRE-SAFE Impulse, ATTENTION ASSIST, active blind-spot and lane-keeping assistants, emergency braking and DIGITAL LIGHT.
LongLife service concept with oil change intervals up to 30 000 km or 24 months depending on driving style.
The S 350 d 4MATIC uses a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel mild-hybrid producing 313 hp and 650 Nm, paired with 9G-TRONIC automatic and permanent all-wheel drive. Official combined fuel use sits between 6.2 and 6.8 litres per 100 km with CO2 from 162 g/km. The 76-litre tank supports long-distance touring.
Servicing follows the LongLife system. An oil-quality sensor adjusts the interval to actual use, with a maximum of 30 000 km or 24 months between oil and filter changes using approved MB 229.51/229.52 oils. Regular inspections cover filters, brakes and fluids. costs vary by workshop but keep the car reliable over high mileages.
Safety equipment is extensive as standard: multiple airbags including a centre airbag, PRE-SAFE systems with Impulse side protection, ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection, active distance and steering assists, blind-spot monitoring, crosswind stabilisation and rear-axle steering. AIRMATIC maintains composure. The structure uses aluminium extensively for crash energy management.
Living with the car means enjoying a refined, quiet cabin and effortless long journeys. Keep to the service schedule and use genuine parts for the mild-hybrid system and air suspension to preserve performance and residual value. AdBlue top-ups are needed periodically for the diesel.
Length 5179 mm, Width 1954 mm, Height 1503 mm, Wheelbase 3106 mm (Classe S 2021-)
Sources: manufacturer data, Brochure Mercedes-Benz.fr Classe S Facelift 30/01/2026, Mercedes owner's manuals and Largus press specs, ADAC manufacturer data and Automoli.