Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class for Sale nearStettler, AB

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 $66,547 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $64,542 CAD. Recently, prices have come down for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 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 is a strong choice if you want a flagship luxury sedan with broad owner appeal and a long record of refinement. 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, and advanced technology. Across the model years, the cabin craftsmanship and strong performance also come through as recurring strengths.

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

The main trade-offs are high ownership costs, technology that can be frustrating to use in some years, and the complexity that comes with a deeply engineered luxury car.

27.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Mercedes-Benz S-Class models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the S-Class as a luxurious, comfortable, and technologically advanced sedan, and expert coverage reinforces its strong refinement and engineering. Across the model years, the most common praise centres on the smooth ride, premium cabin, and powerful performance.

• 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 mainly to the S-Class’s complexity and the higher costs that can come with maintaining a flagship luxury car.

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, native navigation 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-level choice brings a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six, 442 horsepower, 413 pound-feet of torque, a nine-speed automatic transmission, standard 4Matic all-wheel drive, and mild-hybrid assistance; it suits you if you want the most accessible path into the lineup.
• S 580: This V8-powered trim 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; it suits you if you want stronger straight-line performance.
• AMG S 63 E Performance: The performance flagship adds a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 paired with an electric motor, 791 hp, 1,055 lb-ft of torque, a dedicated gearbox for the rear motor, and an estimated 26 kilometres of electric-only driving; it suits you if you want the most powerful and quickest version.

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 be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right colour, equipment, and price. They also often sit in the sweet spot between newer technology and lower used-car pricing.

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

Most model years are down year over year, which can work in your favour if you are shopping used. The largest drops are concentrated in some newer and mid-cycle years, while a few older examples are changing more slowly or even edging up slightly.

The 2014, 2017, and 2016 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 2023 model is at −8.49% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −10.96%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $61,223 CAD. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers a spacious, richly finished cabin with a smooth, cosseting ride that defines the model’s flagship character.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Four S-Class models are available for 2025, largely distinguished by their powertrains, with the S 500 producing 442 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque, the S 580 delivering 496 hp and 516 lb-ft, and the AMG S 63 E Performance combining for 791 hp and 1,055 lb-ft.
• Tech: All 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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: 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.
• Starting price: The entry-level 2025 Mercedes-Benz S 500 has a manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) of $147,500.

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 October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.