Mercedes-Benz S500 2026– car dimensions: 5304 mm long, 1921 mm wide and 1503 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,195 kg. Braked towing is 2,100 kg.
The cabin has the standard MBUX Superscreen with 14.4-inch central touchscreen and 12.3-inch passenger display plus 12.3-inch driver display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control is standard with Digital Vent Control for the front. Adaptive cruise control with DISTRONIC, automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, lane keep assist, front and rear parking sensors, and reversing camera with aerial/surround view are all standard.
Boot space is 530 litres with seats up. Rear seats do not fold as the design prioritises rear passenger comfort.
Braked towing capacity is 2100 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. Maximum payload is 735 kg. AIRMATIC air suspension is standard. This luxury sedan supports light towing but is not set up for heavy work use.
The cabin feels spacious and quiet with soft leather surfaces, multicontour front seats that massage and shift support to cut fatigue on long trips, and a panoramic roof that opens the space to light. AIR BALANCE keeps the air fresh with fragrance options while laminated glass blocks heat and noise. Dual-zone climate and rapid-heat front seats make daily drives easy. rear power seats and extras come with packages for full lounge feel.
Premium unleaded fuel. EPA 20 city/29 hwy/23 combined mpg.
Service A at 10,000 miles or 1 year. Service B at 20,000 miles or 2 years.
Basic and powertrain warranty 4 years/50,000 miles.
Standard PRE-SAFE, ATTENTION ASSIST, DISTRONIC adaptive cruise, blind-spot assist, lane keep, and automatic emergency braking.
No NHTSA or IIHS crash-test rating published for 2026 model.
The S 500 4MATIC runs a mild-hybrid 3.0-liter inline-six that needs premium fuel and returns 20 mpg city, 29 highway, and 23 combined. Expect real-world figures close to that on highway runs. the tank holds about 20 gallons for solid range.
Service follows the ASSYST system with Service A (oil and basic checks) every 10,000 miles or yearly and Service B (filters, brake fluid) every 20,000 miles or two years. No complimentary service visits are included. Warranty covers basic and powertrain items for four years or 50,000 miles.
Safety kit is extensive and standard: PRE-SAFE prepares the cabin before impact, ATTENTION ASSIST watches for drowsiness, and a full suite of cameras, radar, and ultrasonic sensors backs adaptive cruise, lane centering, blind-spot alerts, and automatic braking. Up to 15 airbags and rear-seat protection options are available. Crash-test scores for this exact model year are not yet published.
Living with the car means regular dealer visits for the hybrid system checks and air-suspension care. Soft-close doors, hands-free trunk, and remote start via app keep daily use simple. Keep up with the 10k-mile cadence and the car stays refined and reliable over time.
Length 5304 mm, Width 1921 mm, Height 1503 mm, Wheelbase 3216 mm (S500 2026-)
Sources: manufacturer data, automativ.de technical data, eg.hatla2ee.com confirms long-wheelbase S 500 4MATIC.