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2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 review

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Mercedes-Benz S550 highlights

Customer rating

Mileage (EPA estimate)

16 city, 24 highway, 19 combined

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What is new for the 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550?

  • S550 trims have been upgraded with Burmester Audio as standard equipment this year.
  • Rear Entertainment System features are now available as options on select trims.

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4.7 out of 5

7 customer reviews
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 offers exceptional luxury, highlighted by a quiet cabin, smooth handling, and elegant design. Customers appreciate its interior space and performance but frequently note high fuel consumption and costly maintenance. Some mixed opinions exist around the vehicle's technology, though overall satisfaction remains high.
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RepairPal gave the Mercedes-Benz S550 an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Mercedes-Benz S550 35th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.

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Mercedes-Benz S550 features and specs

2D Coupe 4WD/AWD

Standard Features

  • Leatherette Seats
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Adjustable Suspension
  • Air Conditioning
  • Automated Parking
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Run Flat Tires
  • 4WD/AWD
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Burmester Audio
  • CD Audio
  • Navigation System
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Head Up Display
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Seat Massagers
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Burmester Audio

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

4.7L

Horsepower

449

Torque (ft-lbs)

516

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

20.7

Wheelbase

115.9"

Overall length

197.9"

Width

74.8"

Height

55.8"

Head room

F 39.3"/R 36.7"

Front tires

P245/45HR19

Rear tires

P275/40HR19

Seating capacity

4

Transmission

Automatic

2016 Mercedes-Benz S550 FAQ


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