The covers are off the 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, as the three-pointed star’s flagship sedan enters its mid-cycle enhancement era.
Headlining changes are the ‘twin-star’ micro-LED headlamp arrays, which mirror those seen on the CLA and GLC with EQ Technology – both of which feature a similar manifestation of the emblematic motif. Buyers can also specify an illuminated grille surround and bonnet-mounted star, while the new Ultra Range high-beam function can project light up to 600 metres down the road.
Inside, Mercedes has loaded the S-Class with its latest software, including a new MB.OS-based MBUX system and the option of the Hyperscreen-style digital dashboard layout. Rear-seat tech has also been expanded, with larger 13.1-inch entertainment displays and support for video conferencing. A new feature arriving on the options list is heated front seatbelts.
Under the bonnet, the broad lineup remains familiar, though there are meaningful updates. An all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with a flat-plane crank debuts with outputs of 395kW and 750Nm, while the S580e plug-in hybrid is quoted at around 430kW combined.
Mercedes has also introduced a predictive damper system that uses shared road data to prime the suspension for upcoming surface changes, aimed at keeping the big Benz composed in all situations. It will need to be good, as many consider the suspension mantle now belongs to BYD’s ‘DiSus’ range of suspension systems.
Also on the chassis menu is rear-axle steering (with higher-angle capability available depending on market) and an expanded Manufaktur personalisation program for paint and trim, as the brand leans harder into made-to-order luxury.
The refreshed S-Class is due to reach key markets in the second half of 2026 (it’s being referenced as a 2027 model year). Australian pricing and specifications are yet to be confirmed, though expect the local range to continue to comprise six-cylinder, V8 and plug-in hybrid variants.
