In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the people that actually own and drive one told us:

“Performance…surpasses all other vehicles.”

“Engine/drivetrain [is] smooth, powerful, relatively economical.”

“[The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is] very fast without the…car trying too hard.”

“[This is] an awesome vehicle to drive.”

“Handling is superb!”

“Driving dynamics the best I ever had.”

“Great attenuation of bumps, potholes.”

“[The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has] a smooth ride…like driving a cloud.”

“Smooth, comfortable…like riding on a cloud.”

“Performance [and] comfort [are] unbelievable.”

“[I] never tire of driving this car.”

“Technology is unsurpassed.”

“Wonderful technology for [the] driver’s comfort and convenience.”

“Need classroom time to learn all [the] features.”

“I like everything except the navigation system and the keyless entry, which works sometimes.”

“Voice [recognition] system needs work.”

“Voice command fails to recognize requests.”

“The command center [is] very easy to use.”

“Command system is overly complex.”

“The round button that controls the navigation and radio – I hate it and can’t give this car a 10 rating because of it.”

“I can’t drive and do the control thing at the same time. I can’t tell you how much I hate that control screen.”

“Cannot use Command. [I] will not buy another car with this system, [and I] currently own five Mercedes.”

“Panel control [is] too hard to operate while driving.”

“Instrument panel [is] hard to use, adjust.”

“Simple things can be difficult [like] changing the clock.”

“Audio system can be complicated to operate.”

“Dashboard lacks info – too much digital – back to multiple analog gauges, please.”

“I don’t like…shift button location on steering wheel.”

“I would rather have more conventional shifting.”

“Directional signals and windshield wiper need to be on separate controls.”

“Turn signal noise sounds like it came out [of] a 1976 Camaro.”

“Cruise control lever [is] too close to signal lever. [I’m] always pushing the wrong lever.”

“Night vision great for deer crossings near home.”

“Night vision is very helpful on rural roads.”

“Night vision assist…sees through fog.”

“Night vision should display on windshield.”

“Exterior mirrors are too small.”

“Seats [provide] exceptional comfort.”

“Comfort is exquisite.”

“No adjustment [for] height of seatbelt at neck.”

“Dynamic drive seats hold you really well…when cornering.”

“[I like the] quality of the leather interior.”

“Soundproofing [is] almost to perfection.”

“Quiet [inside]. Easily have conversations with all occupants.”

“My car is noisy inside and the dealer tells me they cannot do anything about it.”

“I love how big it is.”

“Golf clubs/bag don’t fit well.”

“Center console storage is inadequate.”

“Interior and exterior styling [is] magnificent.”

“Gorgeous styling and looks.”

“Styling…is discreet and elegant.”

“Shape of car is OK, but not as pretty as Bentley GT.”

“Wheels get very dirty from brake dust.”

“Exterior paint [is] exceptional.”

“Interior quality [is] exceptional.”

“A $100K car should not squeak!”

“Interior lighting is comforting and beautiful.”

“My neighbors are envious.”

“Great car. Best Mercedes-Benz yet.”