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2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big change for 2024 is the return of the AMG S-Class to the US as the all-new S 63 E Performance. It pairs a twin-turbo V8 with an electric motor to produce 791 hp and 1,055 lb-ft.
About the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
7th-generation S-Class (W223), first US model year for the AMG S 63 E Performance derivative
Mercedes-Benz positions the AMG S-Class as an S-Class luxury sedan with the acceleration and chassis control of a high-performance car. Its core appeal is the combination of a quiet, spacious, leather-lined cabin and strong rear-seat comfort with a V8-based performance hybrid system, fully variable AWD, active suspension, and rear steering. It targets drivers who want one sedan to handle executive travel, long-distance comfort, and very rapid performance.
The 2024 S 63 E Performance blends full-size S-Class comfort with very high performance rather than becoming a stripped-down sports sedan. Its standard equipment includes fully variable AWD, active air suspension, rear-axle steering, Nappa leather multicontour front seats with massage, and heated and ventilated rear seats.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The S 63 E Performance debuts with a plug-in hybrid system combining a handcrafted 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, a rear-mounted electric motor, and a high-performance battery. Total output is 791 hp and 1,055 lb-ft, sent through a 9-speed automatic transmission and fully variable AWD.
Structural
The new AMG model brings adaptive air suspension with active body-roll control, plus rear-axle steering for easier low-speed maneuvering and greater stability at higher speeds.
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V8, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 791 hp |
| Torque | 664 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 18.9 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |
| Park Assist | |
| 360 Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Panorama Moon Roof | |
| Head-Up Display | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Heated Steering Wheel | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Remote Start | |
| Ventilated Front Seats | |
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class?
The biggest change is the debut of the S 63 E Performance, which brings the AMG S-Class back to the US. Its defining feature is a 791-hp plug-in hybrid system built around a handcrafted twin-turbo V8 and a rear-mounted electric motor.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class a plug-in hybrid?
Yes. The 2024 S 63 E Performance uses a performance-focused plug-in hybrid system that combines a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, a rear electric motor, and a high-performance battery.
How much power does the 2024 AMG S 63 E Performance make?
The 2024 AMG S 63 E Performance produces 791 hp and 1,055 lb-ft of torque from its V8 plug-in hybrid system.
What performance hardware is standard on the 2024 AMG S-Class?
The 2024 AMG S-Class has fully variable AWD, adaptive air suspension, active body-roll control, and rear-axle steering. These systems help the large sedan maneuver more easily at low speeds and remain stable at higher speeds.
Is the 2024 AMG S-Class a full redesign of the entire S-Class line?
No. The wider S-Class generation was already in production; 2024 marks the debut of the first AMG S 63 E Performance version based on that generation. It is a new AMG derivative rather than a redesign of the whole S-Class lineup.
2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class.
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2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
(11 reviews)
“Rough ride, overly complex controls, too many features I would never use. I hate steering wheel shift paddles!”
“It handles well and is very comfortable. The car is also super fast and has multiple driving modes.”