2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Kelley Blue Book Retail $36,500–$66,200
MPG City: 11 – 14 Highway: 17 – 21
Available Engines
604-hp, 6.0-liter V-12 (premium)
518-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 (premium)
510-hp, 5.5-liter V-12 (premium)
382-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 (premium)
Transmissions
7-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
5-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
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Expert Snapshot
New or Notable
| • | 382 to 604 hp |
| • | Luxurious cabin |
| • | Many high-tech features available |
| • | RWD or AWD |
| • | High-performance AMG versions available |
What We Like
| + | Highway poise |
| + | Robust 5.5-liter V-8 |
| + | Seat comfort |
| + | Intuitive Comand system |
| + | Massive backseat |
What We Don't
| - | Maneuverability in tight spaces |
| - | Numerous tech features could pose reliability problems later |
| - | Gas-guzzler tax |
Mercedes-Benz's flagship S-Class sedan was redesigned for the 2007 model year and emerged as a larger car with a raft of safety features. For 2008, a second AMG high-performance model — the S63 AMG — has been added to the S-Class lineup, which also includes the S65 AMG, S550 and S600. The S-Class shares luxury-sedan real estate with competitors like the Audi A8, BMW 7 Series and Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Read More
5 Available S-Class Trims
Select a trim name below for detailed specifications
| Original MSRP | |||||
| Base S550 4dr Sedan See Specs |
$86,700 | ||||
| Base S550 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MATIC Sedan See Specs |
$89,700 | ||||
| Base S600 4dr Sedan See Specs |
$144,200 | ||||
| Base S63 AMG 4dr Sedan See Specs |
$127,000 | ||||
| Base S65 AMG 4dr Sedan See Specs |
$194,000 | ||||
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