Mercedes S-Class Overview (2013 - 2020)

This generation of the Mercedes S-Class (A217 / C217 / V222 / W222 / X222) was produced by the German manufacturer Mercedes between 2013 - 2020. It's a front engined car with either rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a convertible, coupé or saloon. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 228 BHP 2.1 L Inline 4 Bi-Turbo mild hybrid diesel engine all the way to a 621 BHP 6 L V12 Bi-Turbo petrol engine. It has multi-link suspension front and rear. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension.

Performance Pick



Mercedes Maybach S 650 Cabriolet

(2017)

...Cabriolet

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the S-Class is the Mercedes Maybach S 650 Cabriolet which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 621 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 294 BHP/Tonne it has a top speed of 155 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds.

Practicality Pick



Mercedes S 300 h

(2015 - 2017)

...S 300 h

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Mercedes S 300 h is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.9★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 1,011 miles and can store 510 litres of cargo.