Is the 2019 Mercedes Benz S450 the PERFECT luxury sedan?

The Mercedes Benz S450 is known for being a top class luxury sedan. Under the hood is a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 362 HP & mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. On the outside you will find the classic lines of a Mercedes full-size sedan. On the inside there is an environment with tons of room & high level fit and finish. Doe the 2019 Mercedes Benz S450 check off all of the right boxes for the perfect luxury sedan?
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[@RaitisRides]

Sorry guys I misspoke with the HP numbers! It’s 362 not 262! I don’t know where the heck that came from!😂

[@bmlove81]

I knew that wasn't accurate. I was saying to myself I'm zonking the motor for producing only 262hp. But I'm zonking the $112,000 price tag for a V-6 engine.

[@RaitisRides]

@Steve Jones you are probably right.

[@RaitisRides]

@@bmlove81 I totally agree with that price tag zonk!

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Zonk😂

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

Everybody makes mistakes bruh it's fine COOL BEANS 🤣🤣.

[@a8s320]

Drove a S550 for 3 years... best car I ever owned. Measurable relaxing - Fitbit measured long term commute heart rate -20% vs E-Class!!!

[@harrygreen9548]

Wow definitely good to know

[@kulendup.4744]

I wish i had it.

[@mercedesbenzs600bash]

Mercedes Benz S Class is KING,PERIOD....

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!

[@Tommy_Irish]

Being a subscriber now for 2 years, as I watch your older videos I almost get the feeling that I'm watching an instant classic. Great job!

[@Boomtendo4tw]

it’s almost like a limo there is so much room in the back. Shaq appreciates

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I really love this car!! Awesome video Joe.

[@allanrobinson872]

Thanks Raiti, a great demo.😊

[@ronnestman4696]

This is a nice car Joe. You did a excellent job presenting as always! Thanks

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Ron! I really appreciate your support!

[@readytodie116]

Bro you seemed so happy driving that car. It felt good to watch. The car is sick too!

[@rfen56]

Good work, thank you. I'm buying a 2018 tomorrow to replace my 2016 s550 which was totaled today. I LOVED my S550 but I think I'll enjoy the 450 more for handling.

[@simonphoenix9131]

Man this video is great! I was trying to see what the actual difference is between a S450 and S550 other than the engine and you nailed it! I’ll take the 3 Liter 362HP Twin Turbo any day that’s plenty! Cabin size and bells and whistles were my concern and it’s right on point! Thank you very much!!

[@incognitoguitars9999]

Great job Joe. What a beast!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend! This thing is large and in charge!

[@brooklynknightss]

Another great review Joe

[@RaitisRides]

That really means a lot! Thank you for saying that!

[@jorgeramirez2762]

362 horsepower man, I had to zonk you for saying 262😂

[@RaitisRides]

Sorry for fumbling the ball.

[@kohlrabenschwanz]

doesnt matter in the us... u cant go fast anyway

[@jorgeramirez2762]

@@kohlrabenschwanz the Autobahn ain't all that pal..... take a seat and relax.

[@erics9754]

@@kohlrabenschwanz My old loaded S550 with 5.5 naturally aspirated V8 has 382 and 390 torque and it is fast enough for me. I bought it because it is a beautiful and comfortable car, not a sports car as I already experienced.

[@nezihvarisligil7140]

@@erics9754are you still happy about that purchase? I am looking into getting a '18 or maybe '19 s class but I am SLIGHTLY worried lol. I used to have a C class which was easy to work on. But I am not sure about the S Class.

[@sydneydaramy1032]

I love the way you do it you are the best

[@sydneydaramy1032]

Thanks Thomas it was fantastic

[@apelayo909]

Awesome review!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you so much for saying that!

[@zamenfarhan368]

I like these reviews Joe! That S class is the forever top dog of the roads

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you enjoyed this one.

[@michealmessam884]

Yeah. That's cool Joe and Lori. Nice Luxury cars for a Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The time has come to be completely different than that.

[@mannyrobles7696]

Like your reviews

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Manny for saying that I really appreciate your support!

[@Andrew-zv4fm]

I live the Emerald Green paint. When I first saw the new S-Class (W222) I always thought it looked like the S-Class from the 90s. The W140 body.

[@RaitisRides]

So very true!

[@albertjacobson1421]

And its really a good thing

[@NaranjaBoy305]

This car is INSANE. Wow. That is a NICE vehicle! -Bryan

[@RaitisRides]

Hi Bryan! i'm so glad that you enjoyed this one.

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

GODEHHH!!!!!!. I fricking love it just like McDonald's 🤣. The sheer size, looks esthetics, fit, feel, finish 100% absolutely on the money point 🙏🏼. This is the top dog brawler right here guys, Joe ❤. Would love to see a 2019 Mercedes-Benz G Wagon 1 day 🙏🏼❤. Thanks Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

The G Wagon is a tall order Jay because they are already sold out for the next year! I am going to keep hunting for you though.

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides So fricking popular I guess holy moly 🙏🏼 hey 1 day though 😜

[@jazzy1109]

I can't keep up with you Joe! You on the move with these cars!

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you saying that! I love bringing the variety of cars to the channel.

[@fayzulsuleiman672]

Not a lot of people go into depth about the cars design and everything. Thank you

[@NileshR12]

I love this refresh & I think this was the perfect version of the S-Class even after the new S-Class for released for 2022 at least exterior wise. The new interior is even more stunning than this one is lol

[@papagen00]

the new 2022 interior sucks

[@ajunaibi99]

Should I switch from s coupe 2018 to s450 sedan 2019????

[@andrewwhite103]

Did yall know that the interior largely dates back to 2014 i cant beleive it still looks so modern just as modern as the new 7 series

[@RaitisRides]

AGRED!

[@bubbleboi3422]

8:16 that made me laugh with the reverse zonk

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!

[@504youhoob]

Lol I always find myself going back too your reviews.

[@rickyrobertson2736]

Joe is the hardest working man on KZbin 828282 vids a week and we love it zonk all fake air vents

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Ricky for saying that! The zonks will keep coming. Just remember I can't do this without your support!

[@spartan8377]

joe you always make me want a twinkie

[@swannyriver75]

Beautiful car.

[@jetcity7156]

I love that color!

[@RaitisRides]

It really pops in the sun!

[@YoungGrizzly]

Dam $112k and now its $50k less. Beautiful car none the less. Even used its a decent buy if maintained.

[@D.N.R.911]

Beautiful color, I would go with maybe a brown interior though.

[@RaitisRides]

AGREED!

[@mrczz6690]

Beauty

[@vedpatel6284]

Can you please review the bmw 7 series? The executive lounge is great

[@RedPillBroadcast]

Doesn’t compare to an S-Class.

[@Tommy_Irish]

Man Joe, you took it easy on Mercedes back in the day. Lol nowadays you'd say, "Fake exhaust, too much chrome and gotta zonk the gloss black". 🤣 😆 😂

[@webbie1891]

Sheech... 112k? For that price, I can get the kia K900 for the same specs and still have about 30-40k leftover

[@DonLeone1]

Webster Kollie but would you rather drive a KIA or Mercedes Benz lol

[@brooklynknightss]

More like 50k

[@brooklynknightss]

@@DonLeone1 the Mercedes will be in the shop while hes driving his KIA

[@DonLeone1]

like it is A luxury Korean car is not much more reliable than the S450 . Either way people lease these cars not buy them that’s what there meant for

[@brooklynknightss]

@@DonLeone1 I guarantee you the Kia and Hyundai Genesis is way more reliable than this car

[@mercboy111]

Isn’t it a turbo straight 6 mild hybrid (m256) not the twin turbo v6 (m276)?

[@markgullion1300]

5:47 "Lets fire up this 450, see what it sounds like"......nothing... Lets move on to the interior.....lol Great review btw!

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there Mark! LOL Thanks for the compliment!

[@jincho5951]

Car is amazing but with that price they need to put bigger engine and a lot more HP. Interior looks gorgeous. Thanks for the review. 👍💯video💯👍

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you Jin!

[@a8s320]

S560 is not that far off price-wise

[@erics9754]

Looks like it does have a heads-up display.

[@2laidragon]

As a used car, with a price difference of about $8000, will you get the s560 over the s450? Do you think the s560 will feel heavier? In the long run will the S450 be lower maintenance than the s560? Please help me with your thoughts on this.

[@RaitisRides]

I really thing the S560 will feel heavier.

[@truthbtold8697]

​@@RaitisRidesis the 560 bigger than the 450?? Or is it just the engine size that's bigger???

[@tonyirving4154]

Incredible car, the best indeed, always has be always will be ,you can keep your Lamborghini and your Ferrari, the s class Mercedes is my dream car ,Mercedes is true to its code with the s class and all its models (the best or nothing)👍🚘

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you!

[@thenovicegamer007]

Yes. The S class is my dream car as well. In fact the S450 is actually my favourite cause it has got almost all the same features of a Maybach S560 even though its 40 grand cheaper. Also that V6 can accelerate this car from 0 - 100km (100 km is equal to 62 miles) in just 5.1 seconds which is almost as fast a sports car.

[@ull893]

I love Mercedes Benz😊❤️❣️

[@lindadozier.3891]

I love mercedes Benz

[@NileshR12]

Wow the driver's seat is so far from the front bumper it's like it's in a different zip code 😂

[@undertakerfire7810]

Yes it is but this is the base model, the 560 is king in the luxury sedan world, let me teach you snowflakes a lesson the S class is and has been for years the best luxury sedan overall, for all you Lexus reliability lovers go fall off a cliff. The s class is a reliable car and has always had very solid engines and transmissions, it has it’s minor problems but as far as the “regular” ones with air ride “airmatic” and the V8’s go they are solid and not a wannabe luxury car that’s just a nicer Toyota.. Yes if you dealer maintain them it can be expensive for the stupid labor rates they charge and replacing unnecessary parts but if you have a good Indy or do it yourself and get your pretty little hands dirty it’s fine.. And if buying price is your concern just look at the used market, I own a 2009 CL550 that I bought for the price of a base rice cooker Camry,, It was 120k new.... oh yeah and Scotty Kilmer can go suck someone off.. that old loser isn’t a mechanic he’s a drama queen..

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great info! I appreciate you watching!

[@undertakerfire7810]

Thank you, sorry for my rant but Mercedes Benz is in my dna and it hurts to see people bashing one of the best cars on the road today.. Try reviewing a loaded s550 from around 10 years ago and see how much modern stuff that’s standard now were on it back then.. it’s an amazing car..

[@undertakerfire7810]

Raiti's Rides .

[@southbayla3137]

Review the 2020 Corolla hybrid

[@RaitisRides]

I actually have that one coming soon!

[@billiebleach7889]

Definitely looks better than the 7-series with that hideous, gigantic grill

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with that statement.

[@erics9754]

It looks like from the dash that it has a heads-up display. So it does not deserve a zonk.

[@gudalawrence2028]

The moment I heard $112k for a v6 benz, I ‘Zonk’ me out of here 🏃🏿‍♂️🏃🏿‍♂️

[@a8s320]

You can buy preowned for around 50k 😉 2 years old, like new

[@Tommy_Irish]

This is also the 1st time and perhaps the only time you've taken back a "zonk".

[@ThatGuy-kv1kw]

no leather on front seat backs? zonk?

[@wbwayne8887]

Cost no object maybe, but for my money, please make it a Hyundai G90 or preferably a Kia K900. I am not a badge snob and the amenities per dollar ratio is rediculous with those 2. Happy Halloween Joe, and the 100k plus members of the Raiti's Rides family.🎃

[@RaitisRides]

I am right with you! These Mercedes depreciate like lead bricks. I really appreciate your taking the time to wish everyone a Happy Halloween!

[@904garage7]

Raiti do you want to borrow my 2016 Shelby Gt350R in triple yellow and do a video on it? I’m in Florida!

[@RaitisRides]

That would be amazing! Where are you located?

[@904garage7]

Raiti's Rides Jacksonville. I dm’d you on instagram.

[@ronniemorales5737]

is the 450 the same length as the 550?

[@imslogic]

Please review the new BMW 740i msport.

[@RaitisRides]

I will get that together for you!

[@imslogic]

Thank you

[@imslogic]

Mr Raiti, I'm eagerly waiting for the review.

[@bmlove81]

I never thought I'd see the day when a V-6 would cost you over $100,000!!🤦🏾‍♂️ I fully loaded Camry with a V-6 can be had for under $40,000 with a 301hp V-6.🤷🏾‍♂️

[@RaitisRides]

I think so may big sedans that are still very pricey are switching to twin-turbo V6 engines. The Lexus LS 500 did.

[@bmlove81]

@@RaitisRides yeap, that's true.

[@TheStimie]

V6 with 382 horses ain't bad and v8 like. Lexus has 416hp in a v6.

[@albertjacobson1421]

What you're doing is comparing kool-aid to Kombucha

[@joekline9868]

And at the end of the day it's still a Camry and this is still an S class. You can't compare the 2 on any level. This is the cheapest S class available though. I wish he reviewed a real S class like the flagship S 560.

[@BobBrown.]

In my country this car with similar spec costs 200k usd.

[@Robert8455]

The big Benz is beautiful inside and out (I love the color combo and wheels too). I always have love Mercs, especially the AMG versions but they need to have V8s. I love the emblem but give it a zonk for having a second one right next to the standing star. I always thought it was one or the other, not both.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right about how beautiful this car is! I guess they wanted to give you your moneys worth with two emblems.

[@shirazpervez2405]

Does anyone know the 0-60 for the rear wheel drive?

[@RaitisRides]

Great question!

[@mooredann69]

I will buy this in 10 years for 5k. Then spend another 10k on suspension parts and another 5k on new infotainment screens.

[@RaitisRides]

I freaking love what you did there!

[@jeanclouivil7893]

I love Mercedes-Benz

[@verde629]

This or a C43? Crazy how these are the same price CPO now lol

[@zzkeokizz]

That’s a nice car

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one!

[@heyoh6482]

nothing beats a s class

[@toufiklebciralgeria1541]

Nice Mercedes s claas

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you!

[@user-zf4iu6xc3n]

Better than ever

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you think so.

[@mmahtnart8986]

Review Big Guns Chevelle if he gets it.

[@a8s320]

“Let’s listen how it sounds....” ***silence***

[@sunilsidhwani4757]

ES450?!?! Were you driving a Lexus for a minute there? Tune to the position where you took it on the road

[@nelsonhass7078]

Isnt it a Inline 6? im quiet sure its not a v6.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the info.

[@elite2k230]

Would rather get a Lexus LS500 over this

[@simoncquach]

$112k? 😂...this will be $35k in 5 years. Merc resale value are horrible.

[@RaitisRides]

You are totally right!

[@69putana]

TBH if I'm goim S Class, I want an S63.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@Boomtendo4tw]

with LED lights being so small, why do we still need huge headlight housings on cars

[@RaitisRides]

That is a good question. I am sure it comes down to overall aesthetics.

[@saedalbittar1841]

Mercedes is the best,

[@YoungGrizzly]

I swear BMWs interior is just a let down. It hasnt changed in nearly a decade. It isnt that much different now than what it was in 2011. MB knows what they are doing.

[@naveenkrishnamurthy7576]

The perfect luxury sedan: Mercedes S63 AMG. Best value and it’s as fast as a model3 performance

[@RaitisRides]

I like the way you think.

[@jumboJetPilot]

The S-Class, 7-Series, or A8L will be my next car. I’ll give each it’s fair chance. I routinely ride in the back seat of S-Classes. My observations: 1. Lincoln has had that dual hinged armrest for over 20 years now. 2. You should have examined its dual split sun visors; very handy on a curvy highway! Another 1980’s Ford design that should be industry standard but somehow isn’t. 3. In riding in a lot of S-Classes, I’ve noticed that the interior door panels don’t hold up very well. I’ve seen more than a fair share of them with quite a bit of premature wear. 4. I’m not fond of that instrument screen. It needs to be better integrated into the dash. It looks like someone slapped an oblong iPad in there that you could wrap your fingers around and yank out. Very aftermarket looking. 5. It seems like quite a few German cars that I’ve examined (and possibly other country’s makes too) have that cheap plastic-clad front seat back. I think that degrades the ambiance when seated in the rear seat. 6. You mentioned interior colors a few times. That’s another industry-wide weakness. Beige, gray, and black have more than worn out their welcome. Makers sacrifice stylistic interior colors so as not to be offensive.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that awesome input and perspective!

[@jumboJetPilot]

Raiti's Rides Any time! Cheers.

[@realkingrav2265]

@@jumboJetPilot I am looking to get the 718 Cayman. I know the 3 cars you mentioned are luxury, but is the Porsche considered one too?

[@brooklynknightss]

262hp 369 torque wow that's a lot of stress on that engine for such a large heavy car

[@Yussnan84.]

362*

[@brooklynknightss]

@@Yussnan84. he said 369!!!

[@Yussnan84.]

I mean 362hp.

[@RaitisRides]

Sorry I fumbled the ball with the HP. I didn't even realize I said that. LOL

[@kentlong4276]

The only man who can sell sand to a arab and ice to a eskimo, best pitchman/salesman for cars..Anybody that buys a new or used car should check out and see if Raiti's Ride made a video of the vehicle your interested in.....

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Kent! That really is nice of you to say!

[@tinhinnh]

Even the C class is pretty nice... for half the price!

[@aidan6266]

Lol 2 years later reply but you can’t necessarily compare the w205 c class to the w222 s class even though they’re like the same generation of Mercedes-Benz but the S class is wider than the C and offers more features in terms of luxury and technology. Though the new 2022 C class is something else, like a baby s class even though not as wide

[@truehomie617]

👍🏾

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks my friend!

[@james2042]

If I were throwing down the money for an S class it better be a coupe. If I plan on having people in the back seat regularly then I'll grab either an avaitor or navigator

[@RaitisRides]

Good call James!

[@Kevin-jf1ww]

@@RaitisRides speaking of the s coupe can we see your greatness on that one 🙏

[@telealotstm3188]

11:53 test drive starts here

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for watching!

[@reynaldocordero4247]

Somebody please give Joe a Twinkie 😂

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for that!

[@reynaldocordero4247]

@@RaitisRides no problem Joe. Just making sure your cravings for Twinkies are satisfied. 👍

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one jay!

[@JayPatel-tx1zc]

@@RaitisRides U knew it ❤

[@brooklynknightss]

The Genesis g90 interior is nicer than that you can put 40000 in your pocket

[@richl1319]

Ackj 375718 🤷‍♂️

[@RaitisRides]

That is the route I would go. I don't really need the Mercedes logo.

[@iNeverHadMercy]

10:12 One Word: LAVISH. Will probably be able to afford one 6 years from now when it sells for $25-30K.

[@RaitisRides]

I'm totally right there with you!

[@edwardvalivonis23]

Joe you need to wear suit when reviewing this type of a car

[@RaitisRides]

LOL! Thanks Ed!

[@bigeasy228]

I find it strange that it takes 2 turbo's in order to get 260 hp... where have we gone wrong!!

[@Yussnan84.]

362*

[@RaitisRides]

I fumbled the ball! Sorry about that. It's 363 HP.

[@brooklynknightss]

112k and you dont even have a heads up display on a v6 Mercedes what else doesnt it have

[@vincentp4951]

This car well optioned would be like 115-120k

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with those points!

[@RaitisRides]

@@vincentp4951 AGREED!

[@brooklynknightss]

@@vincentp4951 120k is a lot of money

[@vincentp4951]

like it is i know im agreeing with you

[@kennethsmith6899]

Genisis G90 hands down a better auto and way cheaper with more power and more options.

[@RaitisRides]

I agree!

[@LeadfootLou]

You’ll never see that $112k again. The interior looks like a pimp mobile. Devil dogs are preferable to twinkies. 😀

[@RaitisRides]

I love Devil Dogs! Great points!

[@amirkazemi2517]

sounds like a camry

[@luizmarcielmouradesouza1387]

😎😎😎👍👍

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you liked this one!