Mercedes-Benz S-Class

In published reviews,
critics awarded this
vehicle an average
overall score of:

89
Priced From $90,255
MPG 17.0
Styles Reviewed
SedanSedan

Kelley Blue Book

07/02/09
2009-07-02
93
100

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Staff Review Kelley Blue Book 8.2 out of 10 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

The new 2010 Mercedes Benz S-Class offers it all. Luxury, technology, performance, and now even the chance to go green. But to experience any of it, expect to pay a small fortune.

LeftLane News

01/15/09
2009-01-15
90
100

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Mark Elias Mark Elias 7.2 out of 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

Mercedes-Benz’s S-Class still ranks as one of the worlds most desirable cars. Almost limo-like in size, it has power and poise that others can only wish to attain.

MotherProof.com

12/16/08
2008-12-16
90
100

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Lori Hindman Lori Hindman 5.3 out of 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

The Mercedes-Benz S550 is exactly like a good butler. It’s perfectly prepared for any situation, and it handles everything with quiet dignity.

Boston Globe

05/24/10
2010-05-24
90
100

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Clifford Atiyeh Clifford Atiyeh 7.3 out of 10 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

The Mercedes Benz S550 makes a terrific compromise, straddling the line between Lexus isolation and BMW involvement. Plus, it carries Maybach presence for a third of the cost.

Edmunds.com

05/22/09
2009-05-22
89
100

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Matt Davis Matt Davis Score Pending 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

Mercedes has carved out the right niche for the S550. After a long drive it seems the segment’s luxury leader remains relatively unthreatened by its rivals.

Car and Driver

06/19/09
2009-06-19
88
100

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Erik Johnson Erik Johnson 6.3 out of 10 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

It’s ultra-luxurious, ultra-refined, and ultra-comfortable, and it doesn’t shy away from being hustled. The 2010 S-class is satisfying in a way other cars simply aren’t.

Cars.com

05/05/08
2008-05-05
88
100

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Mike Hanley Mike Hanley 6.7 out of 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

After spending a week with an Mercedes-Benz S550, I can tell you that if any ultraluxury car can justify its gold-plated price tag, it’s this one.

CNET.com

06/17/09
2009-06-17
88
100

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Wayne Cunningham Wayne Cunningham 6.2 out of 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz S550 has many features to recommend it, and offers an incredibly comfortable ride, but it doesn’t play well with your gadgets.

San Francisco Chronicle

07/29/10
2010-07-29
88
100

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Michael Taylor Michael Taylor 7.2 out of 10 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

The S-class Mercedes is the top of the line in a company that many think of as already being at the top of the automotive heap. The S550 is the kind of chariot that is normally associated with corporate chiefs, diplomats, high government officials, rock stars.

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