Mercedes S-Class (W223) specifications and photos
The 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class marks the facelifted version of the seventh-generation (W223) flagship sedan. Revealed in early 2026, it brings refined styling, upgraded digital interfaces, and a lineup of mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
Mercedes S-Class (W223) at a glance
Quick model context before comparing photos and trim-level specifications.
The W223 generation of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been updated for the 2026 model year, maintaining its position as a benchmark for the full-size luxury sedan segment. This mid-cycle refresh focuses on integrating more advanced computing power through the new MB.OS architecture and expanding available comfort features. While traditionally offered with rear-wheel drive, the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system is standard across most of the updated engine range. Positioned for executive transport and buyers prioritizing maximum ride quality, the 2026 S-Class balances traditional luxury with modern tech, introducing structural safety enhancements alongside an extensive customization catalog.
- Power: 313-585 hp
- Engine displacement: 2989-3982 cc
- Transmissions: 9G-Tronic
Mercedes S-Class (W223) overview
Editorial context for design, cabin, performance, practicality, and buyer notes.
Design
The exterior of the 2026 S-Class retains its substantial, commanding silhouette while introducing several notable updates. The front end features a larger, illuminated radiator grille with prominent chrome detailing. For the first time on this model, the classic hood-mounted star is available with illumination. Lighting technology is upgraded with DIGITAL LIGHT micro-LED headlamps designed for precise roadway illumination. At the rear, the taillights incorporate new star-shaped internal elements. Integrated projectors in the side sills display the brand name on the ground when entering or exiting the vehicle.
Interior
Inside, the S-Class focuses heavily on passenger isolation and space. The cabin can be configured with the First-Class rear compartment package, swapping a traditional bench for individual rear seats and dual 13.1-inch multimedia screens. Up front, the dashboard is dominated by the MBUX Superscreen. Climate comfort is managed by Digital Vent Control and an advanced ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL filtration system. Attention to detail extends to features like heated seatbelts, while the Manufaktur program allows buyers to select from over 400 bespoke upholstery and trim combinations. Overall dimensions remain large, with a 3,106 mm wheelbase ensuring ample legroom.
Performance
The powertrain lineup is heavily electrified, featuring 9G-Tronic automatic transmissions across the board. The diesel range includes the 3.0-liter inline-six S 350d (313 hp) and the S 450d (367 hp, 750 Nm). Gasoline models start with the 3.0-liter inline-six S 450 (381 hp) and S 500 (449 hp), moving up to the V8-powered S 580 producing 537 horsepower. Most standard engines utilize a 48-volt mild-hybrid system adding a 20-23 hp electric boost. A plug-in hybrid variant, the S 580e, combines a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with a larger battery, delivering 585 total horsepower and an estimated electric-only range of over 100 kilometers.
Practicality
While primarily designed as a luxury cruiser, the S-Class remains a practical large sedan. It measures 5,194 mm in length and offers a 510-liter trunk, providing adequate space for luggage or golf clubs. The cabin is optimized for four or five occupants depending on the chosen rear-seat configuration. Its long wheelbase makes it well-suited for long highway journeys or chauffeur duties, though its sheer size and 11.6-meter turning circle make tight city parking more demanding.
Safety and tech
The technology suite is powered by the MB.OS architecture, offering responsive voice controls and seamless over-the-air updates. Navigation is deeply integrated with Google Maps. On the safety front, the MB.DRIVE system uses an array of cameras and radar sensors for advanced driver assistance and automated parking tasks. Structural safety includes the PRE-SAFE Impulse Side system, which can rapidly elevate the vehicle's body just before an imminent side collision to direct impact forces toward the stronger lower chassis components.
Buyer notes
Buyers looking at the 2026 S-Class will need to decide between maximizing rear-seat comfort or keeping the traditional five-seat layout. The extensive Manufaktur customization options mean wait times for specific builds can vary. Those prioritizing efficiency should consider the S 580e plug-in hybrid for its usable electric range, while the mild-hybrid S 500 offers a strong balance of traditional performance and refinement. As always, standard equipment and specific engine availability—especially diesel variants—will depend heavily on the local market.
Trims and key specifications
Use this table to compare the main differences between available configurations.
| Trim / modification | Engine | Power | Seats | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 350d | 2989 cc | 313 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
| S 450 | 2999 cc | 381 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
| S 450d | 2989 cc | 367 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
| S 500 | 2999 cc | 449 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
| S 580 | 3982 cc | 537 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
| S 580e | 2999 cc | 585 hp | 4/5 | 9G-Tronic |
Specifications can vary by market, model year, and equipment package. Use the trim sections below to review the full data for each configuration.
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Specifications by trim
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S 350d 36 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 6.8 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 5.4 |
Engine
| Engine | 3.0d Mild Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | OM 656 |
| Engine type | Hybrid |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine displacement, cc | 2989 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Power, hp | 313 |
| RPM at max power | 3600-4800 |
| Torque, Nm | 650 |
| RPM at max torque | 120-3200 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 23 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 205 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
S 450 38 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 8.9 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 4.9 |
Engine
| Engine | 3.0i Mild Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 256 |
| Engine type | Hybrid |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Engine displacement, cc | 2999 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Turbocharger | + |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power, hp | 381 |
| RPM at max power | 5000-6100 |
| Torque, Nm | 560 |
| RPM at max torque | 2000-4500 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 23 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 205 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
S 450d 36 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 6.9 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 5.1 |
Engine
| Engine | 3.0d Mild Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | OM656 |
| Engine type | Internal combustion engine |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine displacement, cc | 2989 |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Power, hp | 367 |
| RPM at max power | 4000 |
| Torque, Nm | 750 |
| RPM at max torque | 1350-2800 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 20 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 200 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
S 500 36 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 8.9 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 4.5 |
Engine
| Engine | 3.0i Mild Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 256 |
| Engine type | Internal combustion engine |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Engine displacement, cc | 2999 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Power, hp | 449 |
| RPM at max power | 5800-6100 |
| Torque, Nm | 600 |
| RPM at max torque | 2200-5000 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 23 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 205 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
S 580 37 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 11.2 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 4 |
Engine
| Engine | 4.0i Mild Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 177 |
| Engine type | Hybrid |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Engine displacement, cc | 3982 |
| Cylinder layout | V-type |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Valves | 32 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power, hp | 537 |
| RPM at max power | 5500-6100 |
| Torque, Nm | 750 |
| RPM at max torque | 2500-4500 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 23 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 205 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
S 580e 39 specifications
Specifications
Performance and consumption
| Fuel consumption combined, L/100 km | 8.7 |
|---|---|
| Top speed, km/h | 250 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 4.4 |
Engine
| Engine | 3.0i Plug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|
| Engine code | M 256 |
| Engine type | Hybrid |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Engine displacement, cc | 2999 |
| Cylinder layout | Inline |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Valves | 24 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power, hp | 585 |
| Torque, Nm | 750 |
| Number of electric motors | 1 |
| Electric motor power, hp | 163 |
| Combustion engine power, hp | 449 |
| Combustion engine RPM at max power | 5800-6100 |
| Combustion engine torque, Nm | 560 |
| Combustion engine RPM at max torque | 2200-5000 |
| Electric motor torque, Nm | 480 |
Dimensions
| Seats | 4/5 |
|---|---|
| Length, mm | 5194 |
| Width, mm | 2123 |
| Height, mm | 1503 |
| Wheelbase, mm | 3106 |
| Front track, mm | 1660 |
| Rear track, mm | 1688 |
| Fuel tank capacity, L | 76 |
| Turning circle, m | 11.6 |
| Width without mirrors, mm | 1986 |
| Trunk capacity, L | 510 |
Transmission and drive
| Transmission | 9G-Tronic |
|---|---|
| Transmission type | automatic |
| Drive | All-wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission manufacturer | Daimler AG |
| Automatic transmission | + |
| Transmission country | Germany |
Mercedes S-Class (W223) questions
Short answers based on the specifications and photos available in this catalog.
What generation is the 2026 Mercedes S-Class?
The 2026 model represents a facelift of the seventh-generation S-Class, known internally by the chassis code W223.
Does the 2026 S-Class have an illuminated hood star?
Yes, for the first time on this model, Mercedes offers an optional illuminated hood ornament to complement the light-up radiator grille.
What is the electric range of the S 580e?
The S 580e plug-in hybrid is equipped with a battery capable of providing over 100 kilometers of electric-only driving range.
Is the new S-Class all-wheel drive?
Yes, the vast majority of trims, including the S 450, S 500, S 580, and diesel variants, come standard with the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.
What is the PRE-SAFE Impulse Side system?
It is an active safety feature that raises the car's body fractionally before a side impact, directing the crash force into the stronger areas of the vehicle's frame.
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