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

[@joeguitargod]

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]

this guy is kzbin.info/www/bejne/o16Tp2mhodSepck

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

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

[@MrGreatness412]

Extremely good review

[@1995RangeRover]

5 years later...still droolin'!

[@fhq547]

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]

yes, totally agree!

[@scenariomckinney]

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

[@philipsgarage]

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

[@marreese8405]

What year do you have

[@marreese8405]

@@philipsgaragewhat year did you get sir

[@philipsgarage]

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

[@scenariomckinney]

@@marreese8405 2015

[@igorx9234]

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!

[@chiluco2000]

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!

[@MrHav1k]

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

[@ivorwelch8446]

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.

[@rolandocedeno6194]

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

[@NA-du5vm]

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]

lol

[@GoldenGamer1133]

😂😂😂

[@sonoftatanzambe248]

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

[@13jrvernon]

@@sonoftatanzambe248 you was ahead of the times huh.

[@sonoftatanzambe248]

@@13jrvernon 🤣🤣 sure I was!

[@flashx1490]

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

[@lancewilliam5184]

The best auto review I have ever seen .

[@kipamore]

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

[@tuolumne9]

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

[@germanbenzdriver]

This car is just beautiful

[@Veyronp87]

the interior shames some private jets lol

[@1990Thunderbolt]

+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]

+1990Thunderbolt uh the galaxy does beat iPhone wtf

[@1990Thunderbolt]

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

[@Veyronp87]

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

[@LilRick96]

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

[@ВикторШишков]

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

[@pmpbuhgm]

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.

[@beinjar5634]

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

[@thainguyen-jf5zu]

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

[@angel_machariel]

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

[@KatinaLifeCoach4444]

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

[@spruceguitar]

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

[@bxniels0]

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.

[@morg4620]

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.

[@Wodz30]

...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]

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

[@ledauphindebourbon6956]

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.

[@YananoBere]

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

[@DrGamble28]

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.

[@chiefaj4745]

Most informative review I’ve ever seen

[@erics9754]

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.

[@nickscott4272]

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.

[@JSwan-bd1tc]

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

[@joeguitargod]

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.

[@5698max]

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

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Peanutz I hope so!

[@duranamo4297]

+Alex on Autos Or an S8...

[@lindenblvd25]

we still waiting

[@photogl]

Do these year model S Class have Apple Car Play?

[@mountainhobo]

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

[@jimjardine4705]

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

[@damilolaakanni]

😁😀😅😂🤣

[@shopwithaaron]

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.

[@chibage]

Serious substantive review; nothing like it

[@ClassicBMWFanInQuebec]

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.

[@cypis007]

Great review as always!

[@argentumboyle249]

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

[@MrSoulDevelopment]

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]

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.

[@c.chavis6314]

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]

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

[@longhanfei]

simply awesome, both the s class and your video

[@whitepen]

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

[@jameskerherve7487]

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.

[@CanDrive55]

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]

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]

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]

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.

[@samuelakaniro5108]

Yup, I'm buying it 👏🏼

[@joburke10]

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

[@salukibeancounter9589]

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]

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]

@@LilRick96 Yes, due to European emission regulations.

[@michaelcalkins8648]

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

[@eurouc]

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

[@Fadic4]

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

[@sic22l]

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

[@willthibault8450]

The 2016 models have Magic Body Control with RWD or AWD

[@carycoller3140]

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.

[@amirkazemi2517]

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.]

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]

@@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.]

@@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]

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.]

@@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.

[@water892]

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

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

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

[@HB45175]

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]

HB45175 tf you on about?

[@shujayethossain6554]

Is it relibale if bought used?

[@dascientholdings4859]

Is this the San Jose - Soquel drive?

[@afa6361]

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]

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

[@amill1563]

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]

amill1563 hobo

[@amill1563]

Go FUCK yourself

[@carvealegoff]

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

[@AlfordLau]

Thank you Alex.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

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

[@nitintnn]

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

[@jsrobloxvideos8266]

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.

[@cd8431]

Great review!!!

[@aypues]

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.

[@ClassicBMWFanInQuebec]

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]

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

[@michaelcalkins8648]

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

[@bird718]

now this i like...

[@MarioDallaRiva]

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

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

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]

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]

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.

[@maxk5831]

you talk sense man. meaty. thx

[@cknorthpole]

wow what a car! Beautiful area as well where you live.

[@Mabeylater293]

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]

TruAgape1234 Yes it does.

[@Mabeylater293]

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

[@A_guan]

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

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

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

[@BDOC99714]

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]

thebluexanadu78 Ditto.

[@matiaspetrali45]

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

[@scarlettlens4894]

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

[@cadsux]

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]

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.

[@ModernDayMixtapes]

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

[@suraj1964]

Good one

[@BLBowser]

was that a wolf?

[@ZestyLemonBoi]

Brilliant!

[@nickscott4272]

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

[@TheGroovey13]

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.

[@SuppppperPosii]

Review the current 7 series plz

[@Othercargo]

Are all the buttons that look metal, metal?

[@AJ-zb4iq]

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

[@aypues]

+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]

+aypues Wow the ride must be impeccable with MBC then

[@aypues]

+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.

[@MultiRyan2112]

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]

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

[@MultiRyan2112]

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

[@bird271828]

Alex, I wish you would've driven this car at night with the night vision feature on in the driver's instrument panel.

[@patrickvalencia3170]

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

[@Nightbird.]

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

[@jordanl5064]

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

[@uncleben4560]

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

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

That's a great thing....

[@EliteJovenAgent]

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

[@mikee6220]

Do you have a link to your previous generation S class review?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Mike Neely I'll try and find the link, it was a written review, not a video.

[@mikee6220]

Thank you. I'd like to read it because I plan on buying a w221 s class

[@boricua1151]

Is this lwb or short wheelbase?

[@phronesismeister]

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

[@michaelcalkins8648]

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.

[@anamgguy3794]

The s600 is a 5.5l v12 not 6.0

[@Guerra1301]

what is the difference with the model s63 amg?

[@michaelcalkins8648]

Guerra1301 Larger 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 and numerous suspension and interior upgrades for a more performance-oriented focus.

[@ccolivardia]

tooootally hit his head closing the trunk lol.

[@jvdybsjnsjh]

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