2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Reliability

Type: Sedan
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People Paid:
$21,803-$53,036

MPG: 13-18

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Not Rated

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

87/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

76/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Best Large Premium Car of 2017

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Large Premium Car

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#1 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
82
#1 Genesis G90
82

Large Premium Car

Rating

#2 Lexus LS
78

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2017 S-Class for Sale near Columbus, OH

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class after 90-days of ownership.

Vehicle's handling on curves
Sound of the engine/exhaust
Comfort of the driver's seat

Owners Don't Like

The problems experienced by owners of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class during the first 90-days of ownership.

Amount of trunk/hatch space
Transmission smoothness
The vehicle's navigation system

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Performance Specs

Combined MPG

13 - 18

Combined MPGe

Horsepower

436 - 621

Transmission

7 speed, Automatic w/OD, 9 speed, Automatic w/OD

Engine

Twin Turbo Gas/Electric V-6, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-12, Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-8

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Not Rated

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

87/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Average

76/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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