“The S-Coupe was the change I needed to move into THE level of luxury unlike my other Benzs. My husband's S-Class Sedan swallows me up in terms of size. But my Coupe gives me all of the same amenities and more without the size, not to mention that AMG engine to top it off.”
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2021 is a narrower AMG S-Class lineup: the S 65 AMG was dropped, leaving the S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet. This was also the final year for both two-door body styles.
About the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
C217 Coupe / A217 Cabriolet, final model year; post-2018 mid-cycle refresh
The AMG S-Class is a four-seat luxury performance car offered here as a large coupe or convertible. Mercedes-AMG’s core idea is S-Class comfort, cabin craftsmanship, and quiet long-distance travel combined with a powerful hand-built V8, all-wheel-drive traction, and sharper handling. It suits shoppers seeking sports-car acceleration without giving up a spacious, richly equipped cabin or the relaxed highway manners of Mercedes-Benz’s largest luxury model.
The 2021 S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet combine strong performance with a quiet, comfort-focused four-seat cabin. Both use a 603-hp twin-turbo V8, a nine-speed automatic, AWD and adaptive air suspension, while heated and ventilated massaging front seats, navigation, smartphone integration and surround-view parking cameras add everyday comfort and convenience.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The S 65 AMG was dropped, narrowing the lineup to the 603-hp V8-powered S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet.
Safety
A surround-view camera system became standard on both S 63 AMG body styles.
Tech
Massaging front seats with enhanced heating became standard in the S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet.
2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 14–16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24–26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 603 hp |
| Torque | 664 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.4–14.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.4 in |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Lane Departure Warning | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2021 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class?
The biggest change is the departure of the S 65 AMG. The 2021 lineup consists of the S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet, which also gain standard massaging front seats with enhanced heating and a surround-view camera system.
Was the S 65 AMG offered for 2021?
No. The S 65 AMG was dropped for 2021, leaving the S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet as the remaining AMG S-Class models.
How does the 2021 AMG S-Class differ from the 2020 model?
The 2021 lineup drops the S 65 AMG, while the S 63 AMG Coupe and Cabriolet gain standard massaging front seats with enhanced heating and a standard surround-view camera system. There were no other significant mechanical, styling or infotainment changes.
Was 2021 the final year for the AMG S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet?
Yes. The 2021 model year was the last for both two-door AMG S-Class body styles, and there was no direct 2022 AMG S-Class coupe or convertible successor.
What body styles were offered for the 2021 AMG S-Class?
The 2021 AMG S-Class was offered as the four-seat S 63 AMG Coupe and S 63 AMG Cabriolet. Both have a 603-hp twin-turbo V8, a nine-speed automatic transmission and AWD.
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