Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class for Sale near Centralia, ON

How much does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class cost in today's market?

Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class's current nationwide average price is $71,658 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $66,090 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class a good car?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz S-Class continues to stand out as a luxury flagship with broad owner appeal, anchored by an all-generations user rating of 4.7/5. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the S-Class for its luxurious feel, comfortable and spacious interiors, smooth ride, powerful engines, and advanced technology. Expert coverage also reinforces its reputation for premium materials, strong road presence, and a cabin that feels exceptionally polished.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2023 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs centre on high ownership costs, frustrating capacitive touch controls, and the complexity that comes with a highly advanced luxury car.

29.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz S-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Mercedes-Benz S-Class for its luxurious feel, smooth ride, advanced technology, and strong performance across the model years in the data. Expert coverage also highlights the model’s polished construction, comfort, and long-standing reputation for engineering firsts.

• Owners rate the Mercedes-Benz S-Class between 3.92 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied to the S-Class’s complexity, so a well-documented service history matters.

What should I look for when buying a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class?

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Standard advanced safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, automated lane-change assist, evasive steering assistance, automatic reverse braking, a semi-automated parking system, and a surround-view camera system.
• Infotainment: A 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, a native navigation system with augmented reality video overlays, voice recognition, a Burmester surround-sound system, and interior ambient lighting.
• Fuel efficiency: The S 500 is the most efficient Canadian model with Natural Resources Canada-estimated fuel economy of 9.6 litres per 100 kilometres combined, while the V8-powered S 580 is rated at 12.0 L/100 km combined. The high-performance AMG variant has an electric range of 26 kilometres and a 13.0 L/100 km estimate under hybrid power.

Which Mercedes-Benz S-Class trim should I buy?

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers these trims:

• S 500: The entry point, with a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six, 442 horsepower, 413 pound-feet of torque, and a nine-speed automatic transmission; it suits shoppers who want the most efficient Canadian model and the best-value starting point.
• S 580: Adds a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 with 496 hp and 516 lb-ft, plus the same nine-speed automatic and standard 4Matic all-wheel drive for buyers who want stronger performance.
• AMG S 63 E Performance: Brings a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 with an electric motor, 791 hp, 1,055 lb-ft of torque, a 13.1-kWh battery pack, and an estimated 26 kilometres of electric-only propulsion for shoppers who want the most performance-focused version.
• Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: The ultra-luxury version, with pricing that can climb above $300,000 CAD and a focus on the most exclusive S-Class experience.

What Mercedes-Benz S-Class do most buyers choose?

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class years with the most listings are 2018, 2016, and 2017.

These higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a wider selection and more pricing variety. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer features and more accessible used pricing.

What is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class's resale value?

Most model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you are shopping used because it creates more room for value. The steepest drops are concentrated in several newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples have changed only slightly.

The 2017, 2014, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class safe?

• 2025: 7/10
• 2023: 9/10
• 2022: 9/10

Standard advanced safety features include forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, lane-keep assist, automated lane-change assist, evasive steering assistance, automatic reverse braking, a semi-automated parking system, and a surround-view camera system.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 and 2023 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −8.85% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −11.67%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $61,665 CAD. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers a richly appointed cabin, a smooth ride, and the kind of flagship presence that has defined the nameplate for decades.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2025 lineup spans a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six with 442 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque, a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 with 496 hp and 516 lb-ft, and an AMG plug-in hybrid with 791 hp, 1,055 lb-ft of torque, and an estimated 26 kilometres of electric-only propulsion.
• Tech: All 2025 models have a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, a 12.8-inch infotainment touchscreen, a native navigation system with augmented reality video overlays, voice recognition, a Burmester surround-sound system, and interior ambient lighting.
• Safety: The latest model adds automated lane-change assist, evasive steering assistance, automatic reverse braking, a semi-automated parking system, and a surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: The entry-level 2025 Mercedes-Benz S 500 has an MSRP of $147,500 CAD.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.