2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class has no major changes from 2025. Its powertrain, styling, safety equipment, chassis, and cabin technology all carry over.
About the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class
W223-generation AMG S-Class, pre-refresh model year
Mercedes-Benz positions the AMG S-Class as a full-size luxury sedan with supercar-level acceleration and S-Class passenger comfort. Its defining trait is the combination of a handcrafted V8 plug-in-hybrid system, advanced all-wheel drive, and active chassis hardware with a quiet, richly equipped five-seat cabin. It serves both as a driver-focused performance sedan and as a spacious rear-seat luxury car.
The sole 2026 model is the S 63 E Performance 4MATIC+, a five-passenger luxury sedan built around a 791-hp plug-in-hybrid V8 system and all-wheel drive. It combines an adaptive suspension and rear-wheel steering with massaging front seats, large digital displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a Burmester surround-sound system.
2026 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 | Plug-In Hybrid |
| Horsepower | 791 hp |
| Torque | 1055 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 10.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 43.8 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Electric Range | 16 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| 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 changed on the 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG S-Class?
Nothing significant changed for 2026. The powertrain, chassis, styling, safety features, and cabin technology carry over from 2025.
Is the 2026 AMG S-Class worth considering over the 2025 model?
There are no major product differences that make the 2026 model a clear upgrade over the 2025. For a pre-owned shopper, condition, mileage, service history, and equipment are likely to matter more than model year.
Did the 2026 AMG S-Class get a new powertrain?
No. It retains the 791-hp plug-in-hybrid system that combines a handcrafted 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with a rear electric motor, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive.
Was the 2026 AMG S-Class refreshed inside or out?
No. The 2026 model keeps the same pre-refresh exterior design and cabin technology as the 2025 model, including its 12.8-inch OLED touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument display.
Which AMG S-Class trim was offered for 2026?
The S 63 E Performance 4MATIC+ was the sole U.S. AMG S-Class trim for 2026. It pairs high-output plug-in-hybrid performance with a five-passenger cabin, massaging front seats, adaptive suspension, and extensive driver assistance.