2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class — The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, formerly known as "special class", is a series of full-sized luxury sedans and coupés produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz.
Trim: S 500
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically asks about $82,900 versus a $118,450 starting MSRP when new — roughly 70% retained. No NHTSA recalls are listed for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in our refresh, though owners have filed 6 complaints — check the component breakdown below.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$82,900
70% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$118,450
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
0
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
6
Top: Electrical System
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2024 S-Class?
No recalls in our last refresh, but owners filed 6 complaints — review the top components below.
Recalls
No NHTSA recalls listed for this model year in our last refresh.
Owner complaints
6 complaints. Top components:
- Electrical System1
- Power Train1
- Suspension1
- Tires1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Visibility1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
Embedded from YouTube. We do not host or claim ownership of this video.
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (S 580): TEST DRIVE+FULL REVIEW
Video by W.T.F Car Reviews · Watch on YouTube
Photos
How much does a used 2024 S-Class cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $82,900 in typical used asking against a $118,450 starting MSRP — roughly 70% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $118,450
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $82,900
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 70% of MSRP
~$35,550 below MSRP
Opens Edmunds. We may earn a referral commission if you use their tools — it doesn't change the price you see. Figures above are model-year starting MSRP and typical asking, not a guaranteed sale price for a specific VIN.
What should a used buyer know about the 2024 S-Class?
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sits 2 model years behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class, formerly known as "special class", is a series of full-sized luxury sedans and coupés produced by the German automaker Mercedes-Benz. The S-Class is the designation for top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz models and was officially introduced in 1972 with the W116, and has remained in use ever since. The S-Class is the flagship vehicle for Mercedes-Benz, being positioned above the other Mercedes-Benz models. NHTSA lists 2024 configurations such as 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4 DR AWD. Rated configurations include: 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4 DR AWD; 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4 DR RWD.
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 15 mpg
- About 206.3 × 79.9 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2024 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 442 hp, 15 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
442 hp
Combined MPG
15 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2024 selected trim (15 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,800
5-year energy
$14,000
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 15 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo I6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 206.3 in
- Width
- 79.9 in
- Height
- 72.4 in
- Wheelbase
- 123.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5939.2 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 12
- Highway MPG
- 20
- Combined MPG
- 15
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | S 500 | AMG S 63 E Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 442 hp | 791 hp |
| 0–60 | — | 3.2 s |
| Engine | 3.0L Turbo I6 | 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 PHEV |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | — | 16 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 442 | — | — | — | AWD | |
| 791 | — | 3.2s | — | AWD |