“does not have the power of a regular S580, hard to break (does not break hard at all) and no trunk space (big luggage does not fit).”
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest 2024 S-Class change is the arrival of the AMG S 63 E Performance later in the model year. The regular S 500, S 580, and S 580e receive lighter powertrain, connectivity, and equipment updates rather than a redesign.
About the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
7th generation S-Class (W223), introduced for 2021; 2024 is a pre-refresh mid-cycle year.
Mercedes positions the S-Class as its flagship luxury sedan and the benchmark the rest of the lineup looks up to. The core appeal is quiet comfort, a richly trimmed cabin, advanced in-car tech, and effortless long-distance travel rather than flashy styling or aggressive handling. Against rivals, the S-Class leans on understated prestige, a limousine-like rear seat, and a deep roster of comfort and safety technology that makes it feel special from the driver’s seat and from the back.
The S 500 remains the core luxury model, with a 442-hp mild-hybrid six-cylinder engine, air suspension, massaging front seats, and a Burmester 3D sound system. The S 580 adds a 496-hp mild-hybrid V8, while the 510-hp S 580e pairs plug-in power with the same quiet, comfort-focused approach. All three regular sedans have all-wheel drive.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The AMG S 63 E Performance joins the model range later in the year. The S 500’s mild-hybrid six-cylinder engine rises from 429 to 442 horsepower and from 369 to 413 lb-ft of torque.
Tech
A 5G service module is added, and the MBUX Entertainment Package becomes standard. The heated steering wheel also moves from optional to standard across the lineup, while the S 580 gains standard active ambient lighting.
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, MHEV, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic | Automatic, 9-Spd 9G-Tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 18 mpg | |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 27 mpg | |
| Horsepower | 442 hp | 496 hp | 510 hp |
| Torque | 413 lb-ft | 516 lb-ft | 694 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12.9 cu-ft | 12.9 cu-ft | 12.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 43.8 in | 43.8 in | 43.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Inflatable Seat Belts | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Head-Up Display | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Massage Rear Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The biggest change is the addition of the AMG S 63 E Performance later in the 2024 model year. The regular S 500, S 580, and S 580e otherwise receive relatively light updates.
Does the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S 500 have more power than the 2023 model?
Yes. The 2024 S 500 makes 442 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque, up from 429 horsepower and 369 lb-ft in 2023.
What technology changed in the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The 2024 S-Class adds a 5G service module and makes the MBUX Entertainment Package standard. A heated steering wheel also becomes standard across the lineup, and the S 580 gains standard active ambient lighting.
Was the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class redesigned?
No. The 2024 S-Class keeps the same basic body, cabin layout, chassis, and suspension design as the 2023 model. It is a light-update year within the seventh-generation S-Class.
Is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class substantially different from the 2023 model?
No. The 2024 model is mostly similar to the 2023 S-Class, but it adds the AMG S 63 E Performance later in the year, gives the S 500 more power, and upgrades standard connectivity and cabin equipment.
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
4.0
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
(69 reviews)
“Best overall luxury sedan. The 60 mile EV only range is best in class. For the price point it's a super luxurious car”
“Rough ride, overly complex controls, too many features I would never use. I hate steering wheel shift paddles!”