As promised by Mercedes-Benzthe S-Class has received major updates for 2027. While this is not immediately visible on the exterior, the German manufacturer has stated that more than half of the components are new or revised.
From the outside, the main novelty is the car’s new lighting signature, which consists of three-pointed star-shaped headlights and taillights, an illuminated grille and an optional illuminated hood ornament.
Inside, we can see that the fabric Hyperscreen and Mercedes The S-Class has finally arrived. We can see that the dashboard incorporates three different screens: a 12.3-inch unit for the driver, a 14.4-inch central touchscreen and a 12.3-inch screen for the passenger.
The optional screens in the rear seats are larger than before, at 13.1 inches instead of 11.1, and the integrated cameras now allow video conferencing. The tablet that was located between the rear seats has been removed and two remote controls are now provided.
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The latest version of the operating system MBUX now incorporates automotive artificial intelligence from Googlewhile the available audio systems reach their maximum level with Dolby Atmos. Active ambient lighting is also available as an option.
Big news is that, in addition to the existing list of heated elements, which includes seats, steering wheel, armrests and headrests, the 2027 S-Class becomes the first car available with heated front seat belts.
Other interior changes include a revised center console with two cell phone charging docks and a redesigned steering wheel that replaces some of the car’s complicated touch-sensitive controls. Mercedes-Benz by physical commands.
In terms of powertrain, the three model designations, S500, S580 e S580ereceive significant changes. THE S500 returns with a turbocharged and supercharged 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine, but now with 442 horsepower.
The S580’s 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine has been revised and now features a flat crankshaft, producing 530 horsepower instead of the previous 496 hp.
Meanwhile, the S580e’s plug-in hybrid powertrain is again based on the S580e’s inline six-cylinder engine. S500. For 2027, power increases to 576 horsepower, compared to 510 hp before.
The models S500, S580 e S580e they should hit the market in the second half of the year, with prices expected to be announced at some point before then.
That said, considering the current 2026 model starts at $120,850, don’t expect the new version to be cheaper than that.
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