From AutoTrader (UK).

Exactly 140 years after the Benz Patent-Motorwagen first hit the road, we’re looking at the 2026 Mercedes S-Class to see if it’s still the best luxury saloon in the world. People often ask if the S-Class is still the industry benchmark, and after a century and a half of automotive evolution, the answer has never been more important.

In this review, we explore how the 2026 S-Class compares to its rivals and whether the S500 is the best trim level to buy for those who want a balance of performance and comfort. We dive into the latest Mercedes tech features, the ride quality of the newest air suspension, and how this car’s legacy of innovation stacks up in the modern world.

Chapters
00:53 Where it all started
1:26 Exterior design
3:04 Rear wheel steering
4:20 Interior design and tech
7:37 Driving the Patent Motorwagen
8:39 Comfort and heated seat belt
10:04 Suspension
10:49 Rear axle steering
11:25 Sensors and self-driving
12:12 Automatic reversing
13:56 Rear seats
17:01 Automatic parking
18:22 Engine options
20:21 Top speed run
21:13 Conclusion

Read what our experts have to say here 👉https://www.autotrader.co.uk/cars/mercedes-benz/s-class

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