2015 / 2016 Mercedes Benz S550 4Matic Review DETAILED in 4K

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If you want something spendier than a Lexus but aren't ready for a baby-Bentley or Roller, you have one option: the Mercedes S-Class. The S550 4Matic is exactly what I want out of a big luxury sedan. I want it to be big and bold but avoid brash by a hair. I want it to be impossibly quiet, perfectly smooth, insanely powerful, able to stop on a dime (OK so that part is a little lacking), handle like a sports coupé and get silent nods from the folks at the country club. You can get some of those things in the competition, but this big Merc succeeds at all of them in a way no other sedan does.
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@joeguitargod 9 лет назад

Nobody else that I'm aware of does such a comprehensive, yet concise and very informative, review of cars than this guy. If you're in the market to buy a new car and don't want the hassle of comparison shopping, just watch this guy. He's already done ALL the comparisons and number crunching for you, trust me. Always enjoyable to watch, even if you're not shopping for a new car.

@nickolastiguan 7 лет назад

this guy is ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-m-0v6klokog.html

@NA-du5vm 9 лет назад

If I owned this particular car especially with that color interior I would make everyone including myself wear scrubs, medical booties shoe covers and microfiber white gloves.

@ahmedjaber7472 9 лет назад

lol

@GoldenGamer1133 9 лет назад

😂😂😂

@sonoftatanzambe248 8 лет назад

i'll force them to drink some detergent and i'll spray sanitizer on them after all for more safety.

@13jrvernon 3 года назад

@@sonoftatanzambe248 you was ahead of the times huh.

@sonoftatanzambe248 3 года назад

@@13jrvernon 🤣🤣 sure I was!

@scenariomckinney 2 года назад

In 2021,I just bought this car. I have never made a better purchase in my life.

@philipsgarage 4 месяца назад

In 2024 I bought one and I agree 100%. Incredible car.

@marreese8405 Месяц назад

What year do you have

@marreese8405 Месяц назад

@@philipsgaragewhat year did you get sir

@philipsgarage Месяц назад

@@marreese8405 2014 added the weistec tune and the car rips

@scenariomckinney Месяц назад

@@marreese8405 2015

@ivorwelch8446 4 года назад

A great review,thankyou, I have not seen your reviews before . I bought my 2014 registered 2015 model S500 in March 2019, it was 30% of its original list price and well optioned and purchased from a Mercedes dealer , a huge saving to be had by buying used, in the UK there are less 4 matic models chosen, mine is RWD and also has the MBC which is a rare option. I have been very pleased as it is my first S CLass, it is Diamond Silver with Crystal Grey and Seashell grey interior. I also have a 2015 XJL Portfolio ( a 3.0 Diesel twin turbo ) so it is interesting to compare both vehicles.

@Veyronp87 9 лет назад

the interior shames some private jets lol

@1990Thunderbolt 9 лет назад

+Veyronp87 and people are telling me that the new 7 series can beat this s class? that's like saying samsung galaxy can beat the iphone.

@LilRick96 8 лет назад

+1990Thunderbolt uh the galaxy does beat iPhone wtf

@1990Thunderbolt 8 лет назад

prettyrickyd47 fuck no! galaxy is asian cheap made trash! apple is king!!!!

@Veyronp87 8 лет назад

1990Thunderbolt lmfao. apple is proudly made in china.get out here with that

@LilRick96 8 лет назад

+1990Thunderbolt 😂😂 are you dumb??? have you seen the s6-note 5 and edge plus???? premium and beautiful af.

@flashx1490 5 лет назад

You sir, are now my favorite car reviewer, ever. Thank you for being so thorough, and knowledgeable! 🍻

@lancewilliam5184 7 лет назад

The best auto review I have ever seen .

@fhq547 9 лет назад

Kudos to you Alex. I rarely comment on videos or frankly take much notice of American car reviewers or the American concensus on cars but you are very good at what you do. In particular your attention to detail, delivery of that knowledge and your ability to contextualise that info (this is key for the end user to be able to make sense of all the info you're throwing at them/the use of graphics being an excellent tool for this) are your key differentiators. Well done mate and keep up the good work.

@KatinaLifeCoach4444 5 лет назад

yes, totally agree!

@kipamore 9 лет назад

You came up with an interesting new metric; actual mpg vs manufacturers claim. Might be something to include with other vehicle reviews.

@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219 Год назад

I'm seven years late, But amazing job bro.

@DrGamble28 2 года назад

Only two things I disagree with is the fuel economy and trunk space. You can remove the floor pan and have an extra foot in depth (no spare tire comes with the car). As for the fuel economy, it's a 5k lb car with a 450hp V8 that can get 29 mpg on the highway cruising at 75 mph. It's fuel econonmy is bad compared to other CARS but for a car with these options, engine, size etc, it's actually incredible.

@whitepen 7 лет назад

17:00 I love the dog, and 19:42 the cadillac Platinum

@afa6361 9 лет назад

Screw Kia900. It isn't in this category. It also makes no sense to spend 235K on a car that almost looks identical to its base price of 94K.

@MrNanah38 4 года назад

Rich people don't care about what makes sense when money is not a problem

@thainguyen-jf5zu 7 лет назад

what a fantastic car but I prefer lexus and I'll choose ls-460l instead

@amill1563 9 лет назад

In 5 years it will be less than 50k. I'd make sure I was driving this with warranty in tact because repairs will be costly.

@jordanl5064 8 лет назад

amill1563 hobo

@amill1563 8 лет назад

Go FUCK yourself

@joburke10 7 лет назад

Great detail video I like it I hope you have other vehicle details like this such as the Audi

@rolandocedeno6194 8 лет назад

This is the best review I have seen on a car. Excellent work!

@Fadic4 9 лет назад

I was hoping you'd have the magic ride control or what ever they call it

@sic22l 9 лет назад

***** Magic Body Control is available with RWD only.

@willthibault8450 9 лет назад

The 2016 models have Magic Body Control with RWD or AWD

@chiluco2000 9 лет назад

As always great review on the super-luxury standard for all cars. Because of the amount of detail explained by Alex I can appreciate the amount of luxury built inside. Now I daydream of riding on soft leather, in a super quiet cabin with a smooth (air) ride!

@bird718 7 лет назад

now this i like...

@mountainhobo 9 лет назад

And I can hear the car mechanics watching this go, "Honey, we are sending the little one to Stanford after all!"

@jimjardine4705 7 лет назад

OR " Honey, we have achieved our super Annunaciation goals a bit sooner"!

@damilolaakanni 2 года назад

😁😀😅😂🤣

@1995RangeRover 3 года назад

5 years later...still droolin'!

@pmpbuhgm 8 лет назад

Excellent review as always, an ocean of information and comparisons, a real comprehensive coverage. I really appreciate the great work you are doing. I hope that some time in the near future you will have the capacity to break down the new 7 series from BMW the one with M Sport kit. Thank you so much indeed.

@KatinaLifeCoach4444 5 лет назад

This car is magnificent!!! ThaNK YOU FOR GREAT REVIEW!!!!

@shujayethossain6554 3 года назад

Is it relibale if bought used?

@argentumboyle249 4 года назад

The problem is the seats are very small for the size of the S class... the rear bench seat is narrower than that of Lexus LS460L

@igorx9234 2 года назад

Your car reviews are hands down, the best. This is the first video that I am watching from you and I heard exactly everything I wanted to hear about this s class and how it compares to other similar cars. Thank you!

@dascientholdings4859 3 года назад

Is this the San Jose - Soquel drive?

@water892 9 лет назад

Will a diesel S-Class ever come to America like in the previous generation?

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

Sam Mehta I doubt it, there's just not much of a market for it.

@MrHav1k 6 лет назад

The spec on this car is incredible. White paint, black seats, beige interior otherwise. Perfect.

@ledauphindebourbon6956 8 лет назад

And another thing is - if everyone was to put a radar in his car, and other wave and magnetic emitters, infrared cameras etc - on a highway it would be like driving on that CERN laboratory in Switzerland.

@morg4620 9 лет назад

Great review as always Alex. That's a lotto car😀. I will also second on you doing an review on the new Audi A8/a8l. The a8 is the I would buy if I had the money.

@germanbenzdriver 9 лет назад

This car is just beautiful

@jameskerherve7487 5 лет назад

Love this car with the exception of the reverse tan carpet black seats. Not a fan of tan carpet at all due to how dirty they get. Really like the lighter seat tones with the darker floor and trim. Comment addition: the interior of this vehicle is beautiful however after ownership the quality of many touches like leather quality, plastic feeling of metal looking buttons and the poorly wrapped leather dashboard do not equate to the levels of a Bentley or a Rolls. I did not have this expectation however I did expect the quality to be better than my CLS55 from 2006. My w219 CLS had less fancy dated materials like an MB Tex dash instead of leather and low tech electronics however the quality of the interior holds up better than the S550. The leather dash on the s550 unglued in places and the seam around the instrument cluster let loose. The lovely quilt leather on the dash had to be re glued with a syringe and held in place.

@jvdybsjnsjh 7 лет назад

How dare you to compare a Kia with a Mercedes? Shame on you...

@nitintnn 9 лет назад

Alex why have American models of Mercedes integrated the indicator lights on the side of the head lamp? Quite different from other countries.

@jsrobloxvideos8266 9 лет назад

I think laws and regulations regarding lighting on a vehicle have to do with it. Some countries, maybe yours do not have to have certain things that are required here in the U.S.

@MrSoulDevelopment 8 лет назад

Great review. I find it very interesting that, as someone else has pointed out, it has the coupe's 3-spoke steering wheel :S It also has light (cashmere?) leather along the dash, doors, steering wheel, yet the seats are black leather. I've never seen another S-Class like this, and can't seem to option it like this at all, on the Mercedes website. What's the deal with this trim?

@michaelcalkins8648 4 года назад

MrSoulDevelopment I believe this is the Designo package with dark navy blue seats and cashmere trim elsewhere. I don’t particularly care for the combo and it seems not many others do as well since it is very rare to find an S- Class in this configuration.

@ВикторШишков 8 лет назад

This has to be the best review out there for the new S class However, I do have to disagree on the braking. A heavier car, is not necessarily going to stop worse than a lighter one, in general. According to reviews which actually measure the stopping distance, this one beats both the A8L and 760li

@maxk5831 6 лет назад

you talk sense man. meaty. thx

@jordanl5064 8 лет назад

There's no need for review. This car is for at least millionaires that loves toys.

@tuolumne9 9 лет назад

Hi Alex! I had a new C-Klasse in Switzerland this summer vacation for a whole month...some notes: -The C had the brand new intelligent adaptive LED. this tech was amazing and it is a total shame we don't get it here in the US. If you go to Europe I would highly recommend renting a car with it to experience it. it's hard to go back - the S-class's headlights DRLs are the single LED Christmas light variety, whereas all new Mercedes are now using the light pipes. so in that respect its already behind

@JSwan-bd1tc 8 лет назад

Well done video and review. Great analysis and comparisons. Keep up the good work.

@bxniels0 9 лет назад

Great car. Great video. I especially like the format of the little video windows on the left of the main window. I can't wait for your review of the 2016 W213 next year.

@Mabeylater293 9 лет назад

Hey Alex, quick Question: would you say that this s class rides smoother and quieter than the Lexus Ls600hl? I know u mentioned that it was quiter than the LEXUS LS but I didn't know if u included the LS600hl. Thanks

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

TruAgape1234 Yes it does.

@Mabeylater293 9 лет назад

Thank man. U give great reviews. And I'm a very critical audience.

@spruceguitar 3 года назад

The MB crest needs to come back on the hood of the E and C classes

@photogl 9 месяцев назад

Do these year model S Class have Apple Car Play?

@uncleben4560 5 лет назад

there is a reason why these cars resale is hitting rock bottom!!

@mercedesbenzs600bash 4 года назад

That's a great thing....

@YananoBere 9 лет назад

Your reviews are just excellent! This is really is an exquisite car.

@MarioDallaRiva 9 лет назад

The car suits you, Alex! ?: where is all the excess weight on this vehicle? Construction? Cheers.

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

Mario Dalla Riva It's big, it's steel, it has an AWD system and a big twin-turbo V8. None of that is light.

@TimFleener 7 лет назад

A lot of it is also sound-deadening material. Mercedes does a great job of putting in a lot of sound-deadening material so the ride is whisper-quiet, but all that quietness comes at some weight expense. It's a trade-off.

@phronesismeister 7 лет назад

Tim Fleener That's a good point Tim. Mercedes doesn't skimp by using active noise cancellation technologies to justify using less physical sound-deadening material. As a result, the vehicle is able to achieve the highest levels of acoustic isolation possible.

@carycoller3140 10 месяцев назад

I know this is an old video but that steering wheel is not from a 2015/2016 S550. This steering wheel came on the 2018 S550. It wasn't even an option on non AMG S Class sedans.

@5698max 9 лет назад

Are you going to review the current model of the Audi A8/A8L? Great video as allways!

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

Peanutz I hope so!

@duranamo4297 8 лет назад

+Alex on Autos Or an S8...

@lindenblvd25 6 лет назад

we still waiting

@longhanfei 9 лет назад

simply awesome, both the s class and your video

@patrickvalencia3170 6 лет назад

you should mention this interior costs additional 5k..otherwise the door panels and dash and seats have cheap vinyl throughout

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

Nothing on a MB S Class is cheap amigo. Even their synthetic leather is luxurious and durable.

@erics9754 Год назад

Sorry bud the last generation looked better, especially in the rear. I enjoy your reviews though even if I disagree with you your reviews are very detailed and well done.

@leviticusH 5 месяцев назад

Just get a maybach🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️... Beautiful though👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

@RealtimeReviews613 9 лет назад

Can you review a 2016 hyundai santa fe XL (long wheel base) its a very underrated suv and i want to buy one but not without your review. Thanks

@SuppppperPosii 7 лет назад

Review the current 7 series plz

@pejmaantni2366 4 года назад

Too high speed on explaining, zero coverage on media features, CD, DVD, Radio! Zero coverage on sunroof, moonroof, but too much of boring explanation on $$$ and costs of other models who are not subjects of introduction for this dedicated S500 model! Overall, honestly I didn't like much your introduction! C _

@kxngearner698 Год назад

The Mercedes S Class is Far Superior than the UGLY lexus ls in every possible way

@BLBowser 9 лет назад

was that a wolf?

@ledauphindebourbon6956 8 лет назад

Wonder who came out with the idea for leather dashboard. Buses have that, on their seats. Covering the dashborad like that doesn't make it a luxury feature. Another thing - to put a system like ESC where there were standardly the wipers controlls, and reserve the place of the good old style manual gear stick - for changing the tracks of music playlist, would be the top stupidest innovation in the world. And of course, noone opened a word about endurance and crash tests, which supposedly the brand was famous for.

@joeguitargod 9 лет назад

The S-Class is the one car that would give the Tesla Model S P85D serious competition if I had to choose one or the other. The deciding factor for me is the interior. The S-Class is just SO luxuriously plush and refined, not to mention gorgeous. If the Model S had an interior that was remotely on par with the S-Class, it would be a no-brainer. Tesla really needs to step up their interior on the Model S. Until then, the S-Class gets my nod...but only by a smidgen.

@eurouc 9 лет назад

Alex: you didn't cover the amazing tech on the S550: driver assist, lane and steering assist etc. It's time for some comparative reviews of the various technologies

@Aikynbreusov Год назад

Now i van buy this 2015/2016 model for $45,000.......

@MrGreatness412 6 месяцев назад

Extremely good review

@TheGroovey13 9 лет назад

This car is seriously a Living Room on wheels lol, My gosh it looks so pretty. But who needs something like this? I mean i guess if you had the money why not? but like, i think this car is directed towards valet drivers/rich people.

@aypues 8 лет назад

Alex, did you try any bluetooth audio streaming? I wonder how it is to stream from iPhone/iPad a service like iHeartRadio, or Pandora. I'd like to see track/artist titles and data transmitted to the screen.

@HB45175 9 лет назад

Heh, ashtray and cigarette lighter. Just in case you weren't sure of the chinese/middle eastern target market by the twin turbo V12. Very nice review as always Alex!

@jordanl5064 8 лет назад

HB45175 tf you on about?

@nickscott4272 9 лет назад

This is an amazing car. Although not in the same league, I'd buy a Genesis first because I could afford it, and second because it reminds me of this car.

@chibage 5 лет назад

Serious substantive review; nothing like it

@samuelakaniro5108 8 лет назад

Yup, I'm buying it 👏🏼

@cypis007 9 лет назад

Great review as always!

@ModernDayMixtapes 9 лет назад

You didn't touch on any of the safety tech/semi-autonomous driving tech :(

@shopwithaaron 9 лет назад

Nice video as always! Close up of the dash revealed the mis-matched door to dash alignment....Just like the Genesis! Promise not hating this car.

@carvealegoff 7 лет назад

I watched your other reviews where you included the numbers for stoping distance and cabin noise! Why not with this one?

@nickscott4272 9 лет назад

This front end, especially the light accents, look like they belong on a jaguar, the car, too.

@anamgguy3794 6 лет назад

The s600 is a 5.5l v12 not 6.0

@cadsux 9 лет назад

I believe this is the most expensive vehicle you've reviewed this year so far. What is the most pricey car you've reviewed? You've mentioned some mouth watering examples like the Flying Spur, but there aren't such reviews on your channel. CNET's Brian Cooley had reviewed some Bentleys and even a Bugatti Veyron. Since you're also an "Editor-at-Large" like him, why should he get all the fun?

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

cadsux I've never sought anything more expensive because frankly the sales volumes are low and it doesn't really fit my channel's demographics.

@suraj1964 Год назад

Good one

@ClassicBMWFanInQuebec 9 лет назад

I thought goose neck hinges were used on trunks because gas struts are pricier. Why do most of the large luxury sedans use these hinges instead of struts if cost is not a factor? Better packaging? I always thought struts were vastly superior, so there must be a good reason.

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

MiniCactuar Its mainly because the average shopper doesn't seem to mind.

@michaelcalkins8648 4 года назад

Gas struts wear out and require replacement. Also, the Mercedes hinge design incorporates the power trunk opener/closer mechanism.

@chiefaj4745 6 лет назад

Most informative review I’ve ever seen

@amirkazemi2517 4 года назад

looking at a 2016 now (Feb 2020) between $35000 to $40000) - so that I can get an A for economy instead of C- there are nice cars available with under 50000 miles, certified even for around $40K, saving 50 to 70 grand from a new one. what a steal!

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

Amir..I am in the same boat as you. Have you had any luck finding the one you want? I am looking at MB CPO cars to lessen the chance of something being wrong with the car that a private car dealer will hide from me. The main options I want are Driver Assistance Package..4MATIC..HUD..and the Premium Package.

@amirkazemi2517 4 года назад

@@Nightbird. I did - I found a 2015 4Matic with drivers assistance package and moonroof etc for $39K at a Lexus dealership. It has under 50000 miles. I bought an extended warranty for $4000 . its been very reliable. no issues so far.

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

@@amirkazemi2517 Wow, Amir..you got a good price! Since it was from a Lexus dealership and not CPO from MB..did they guarantee doing an extensive quality check on the car? And did the extended warranty come from them or an independent company? And how many years and miles does the extended warranty cover? Thanks.

@amirkazemi2517 4 года назад

Nightbird 3 years 36000 miles I went with my gut on the test drive No warning lights on the car and drive perfect No signs of abuse I still can’t find that deal I shop constantly so when it popped up I grabbed it Probably some athletes gf car I’m guessing lol although colors are masculine Charcoal on black interior

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

@@amirkazemi2517 It sounds like you found a beautiful car buddy. I'm probably only going to be able to find a similar deal after the new year when prices should drop just because it's 2021. Besides the Driver Assistance package..I would love mine to have the Premium package, HUD and Magic Body Control..but guys on the MB forums say that's like finding a Unicorn..lol. Enjoy your beautiful new ride in good health my friend and keep wearing a mask until they find a vaccine.

@Wodz30 6 лет назад

...this was incredible. I am in the market for either a Rolls Royce Ghost, this S550, or the Audi A8L and this video helps with the research. Such fantastic detail!

@iamDR92 6 лет назад

Wodz30 get the ghost! These are super nice but everyone will have them in 2-3 years.

@BDOC99714 9 лет назад

I thought only the S-Class Coupe came with that three-spoke steering wheel. All other S-Class sedans I've ever seen have that two-spoke steering wheel.

@CanDrive55 9 лет назад

thebluexanadu78 Ditto.

@matiaspetrali45 9 лет назад

thebluexanadu78 Alex on Autos I was wondering the same.. why does it have the coupe steering wheel??

@ryanm540 8 лет назад

Almost smashed the white truck

@ClassicBMWFanInQuebec 9 лет назад

Alex, I have a quick suggestion. At around the 50 second mark you have a chart on the left with car models. It would be best IMO to leave some vertical room at the bottom of the list to account for the youtube play controls. Your A/A logo at the bottom right already accounts for this and slides up, so there is some precedent to this. Anyway just a small suggestion; keep up the good work.

@c.chavis6314 5 лет назад

Someone is driving mine right now. I only ask you handle with care and keep up the maintenance. I’ll get it in a few years for a fraction of what they paid for it.

@andrewwhite5422 5 лет назад

someone is driving mines too ugh i cant wait for 2-3 years to get it for 60k

@scarlettlens4894 7 лет назад

Alex, which car do you believe is better: 7 Series or S Class?

@A_guan 9 лет назад

Will you be getting an amg variant? Also will you be reviewing the face lifted Audi A7?

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

Tech Defender The A7, yes I hope so. The AMG S-Class is less likely since the sales volumes are so low.

@EliteJovenAgent 8 лет назад

I would have the executive seat package if i would buy an s class

@MultiRyan2112 9 лет назад

At around 22:13, you have the S600 listed as the Maybach. The standard S600 doesn't come with the extended wheelbase does it? I thought the Maybach started about $30,000 higher than the standard S600. (Not being a troll, just read your status the other day about wanting people to correct you in your videos if we spot a mistake) :)

@jordanl5064 8 лет назад

MultiRyan2112 the S600 is the maybach..........

@MultiRyan2112 8 лет назад

Jordan L there is a seperare model which is just the S600, then there is the maybach s600

@angel_machariel 9 лет назад

A direct 1-1 comparison with the new 7-series is now a must, I feel.

@boricua1151 7 лет назад

Is this lwb or short wheelbase?

@phronesismeister 7 лет назад

The only wheelbase option offered in the US is the long wheelbase

@michaelcalkins8648 4 года назад

Short wheelbase cars are sold outside the U.S. We get the long wheelbase S-Class only, along with the Maybachs which have an even longer wheelbase for additional rear seat legroom.

@MyLife-so1jl 7 лет назад

not a fan of the interior....the exterior is BORING....personally not a fan of those big heavy saloons.

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

So..what you are saying is you prefer the excitement and cutting edge styling of a Ford Mustang?

@ZestyLemonBoi 3 года назад

Brilliant!

@salukibeancounter9589 9 лет назад

Alex, another great review. However, it makes me crazy that you can't get remote start on any Mercedes. I had a Grand Cherokee and several Tahoes with it. I bought an ML350 thinking I could live without it, but went back to the GC. Cold Illinois winters make this feature a must. The Mercedes salesman gave me some lame reasons why M-B doesn't offer this feature, but it seems ludicrous to me that a $137K car doesn't have it. By the way, I listened to the Burmester stereo in an S550 and it was awesome. Also, the feel of the interior is unlike anything I have ever experienced. It just exudes luxury and engineering.

@LilRick96 8 лет назад

German cars don't have remote start because it's illegal there in Germany. so BMW, Mercedes, etc just don't come with it

@amirhossainzadeh3951 4 года назад

@@LilRick96 Yes, due to European emission regulations.

@michaelcalkins8648 4 года назад

Remote start is standard for the first five years through the Mbrace app. After that there is a nominal yearly fee.

@brandonyen1245 7 лет назад

Are the riches people needed a lot of power on this car ? Why do they built a luxury car with big horsebpower? They don't drive aggressively on the lux

@Nightbird. 4 года назад

For the same reason a guy will choose a supermodel girlfriend rather than just a regular pretty girl. They want the most they can get just for the sake of it..not because it's practical.

@michaelcalkins8648 4 года назад

Passing on two-lane roads will make you appreciate the additional power, besides which it is FUN!

@CanDrive55 9 лет назад

Alex, Great review as usual. I have to say that you are one of the premier auto reviewers, if not the stand alone best. I have a 2005 E55 AMG that I bought new and I am thinking about replacing it. Two of my choices are the S550 and the Audi S8. Heavily loaded, they both are around $130K. The Audi would be the high performance option and the Merc would have the better interior. I am leaning toward the Audi. I would appreciate your thoughts on a comparison. Thanks.

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

CanDrive55 Tricky comparison. The S550 is much better balanced, but softer. So while the handling dynamics are more neutral than the S8, absolute grip is a hair better in the Audi thanks to slightly wider tires. The oddity with the S8 is that it still has staggered tires with wider tires in the rear but that actually makes the feel a little more unusual since a staggered tire setup with wider tires in front would better compensate for the inherent weight balance issues with the Audi Quattro design. If you're after driving dynamics, skip both and get the Jaguar XJ. It is significantly lighter, nearly 20% lighter in fact and it is much closer to your E55 AMG in terms of abilities (largely because it is actually lighter than your E55).

@CanDrive55 9 лет назад

Thanks for the reply. I'm not really after driving dynamics. I think I am about to out grow the need. I will be 68 next month and I am looking for something with two-lane road passing power. Of course I enjoy the occasional blast of power. In the meantime, my next purchase is going to be an X5, largely based on your review and recommendation. Keep up the good work and if you are ever in the Dallas/Ft. worth area, give me a shout and maybe we can have a coffee or lunch.

@AAutoBuyersGuide 9 лет назад

CanDrive55 Well that makes it easier actually. I'd favor the XJ still, but the S550 vs S8, I'd take the S8. I like the additional power you get and I found the massage function in the Audi to be a little nicer than in the Mercedes.

@beinjar5634 3 года назад

I watched it in 2015. Watching it again in 2021🔥

@AJ-zb4iq 8 лет назад

Was this S class equipped with the 'Magic Body Control'? Judging by the body movement of the vehicle it looks like it is.

@aypues 8 лет назад

+Alec Badalamente no. If you look at the center console buttons it would need to say ABC where the suspension Sport/Comf selection buttons are located.

@AJ-zb4iq 8 лет назад

+aypues Wow the ride must be impeccable with MBC then

@aypues 8 лет назад

+Alec Badalamente I'm not sure. ABC was their sportier suspension, the MBC just added a camera to read bumps on the road but most people on the forums say it doesn't do much. It's more to level the car in cornering to keep body roll flat. I'd have to drive both back to back.