Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2027 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS S 580 4MATIC — US SPECIFICATION

ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN

The S 580 4MATIC is powered by a 4.0-litre biturbo V8 displacing 3,982 cc, paired with a 48-volt EQ Boost integrated starter-generator that provides mild-hybrid assistance, electric-assisted restarts and brake energy recuperation. Mercedes-Benz USA rates the combination at 530 hp between 5,500 and 6,100 rpm and 723 Nm (533 lb-ft) from 2,500 to 4,500 rpm. Compression ratio is 10.5:1. Drive reaches the road through the 9G-TRONIC nine-speed torque-converter automatic and permanent 4MATIC all-wheel drive. MBUSA quotes 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds. EPA fuel economy is 17 mpg city, 27 mpg highway and 20 mpg combined, drawing on a 76-litre tank. The gearset spans a 5.35:1 first gear to a 0.72:1 eighth, with a 4.8:1 reverse.

CHASSIS, STEERING AND BRAKES

AIRMATIC electronically controlled air suspension with adaptive damping is fitted at both axles, giving continuous ride-height and damper control. Speed-adaptive power steering varies assistance with road speed. Ventilated disc brakes measure 371 mm (14.6 in) at the front and 361 mm (14.2 in) at the rear, supported by brake assist, electronic stability control, traction control, Hill Start Assist Control and a brake-actuated limited-slip differential. Turning diameter is 11.9 metres. The car rides on 19-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels with black accents, shod with run-flat tyres.

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES

Overall length is 5,304 mm, width 1,920 mm excluding mirrors and height 1,504 mm, on a 3,216 mm wheelbase. Kerb weight is 2,275 kg. The boot holds 354 litres. Front head room is 998 mm and front leg room 1,049 mm; rear head room is 975 mm with 1,115 mm of rear leg room. Front shoulder room measures 1,516 mm. Seating is for five in a two-plus-three layout.

EXTERIOR

Finished in Black over a Beech Brown interior. Equipment includes a panoramic moonroof, LED headlights with automatic high beam, LED tail lights, power-folding heated mirrors with integrated turn signals, rain-sensing wipers and a motion-activated hands-free power trunk lid.

INTERIOR AND SEATING

The cabin is trimmed in Beech Brown leather with quilted seat facings, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and leather door trim, set against Natural Grain Brown Amber wood and a black headliner. Front seats are power-adjustable, heated, ventilated and memory-equipped with lumbar support; the steering wheel is heated. Rear passengers get a sunshade, a centre armrest and a trunk pass-through. Climate control is dual-zone.

INFOTAINMENT AND CONNECTIVITY

A 14.4-inch central touchscreen anchors the MBUX system with navigation. Audio is a 15-speaker Burmester surround system with satellite radio, HD Radio and Bluetooth hands-free and streaming. An in-car WiFi hotspot, proximity keyless entry with keyless ignition, remote keyless entry and an integrated garage-door opener are fitted.

DRIVER ASSISTANCE AND SAFETY

Active Lane Keeping Assist, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning and pedestrian detection are standard, alongside blind-spot monitoring with a blind-spot camera, rear cross-traffic alert, an around-view 360-degree camera, a backup camera and front and rear parking sensors. Parallel and perpendicular automatic parking assist is included. Passive protection comprises front and rear side airbags, front and rear curtain airbags and knee airbags. Tyre pressure monitoring and an anti-theft alarm are fitted.

FACTORY WARRANTY (US MARKET, NON-TRANSFERABLE ON EXPORT)

Basic, drivetrain, rust and roadside cover each run 4 years or 50,000 miles; the hybrid/EV components carry 8 years or 80,000 miles.