Kia K5 vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Overview | |
Years produced1994-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$117,750 | MSRP$27,190 |
Listings250 | Listings49 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryThe 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an automotive icon that fulfills its lofty expectations for comfort, performance, technology, and refinement. Last redesigned for the 2021 model year, the brand’s flagship sedan receives only small changes for 2025. Verdict: Quite simply, the S-Class is the best luxury sedan that doesn't wear a Bentley or Rolls-Royce badge. With several models to choose from and a dizzying array of options, there seems to be a perfect match for a variety of tastes, provided you have a six-figure budget. | |
Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 442 hp I6 | Engine2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 442 hp I6 | Engine Name2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower191 hp @ 6100 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsStandard | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.8 cu ft | Cargo Space15.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4740 lbs | Curb Weight3230 lbs |
Height59.2 in | Height56.9 in |
Length208.2 in | Length193.1 in |
Width83.0 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase126.6 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1477 lbs | Maximum Payload1206 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1994-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $117,750 | $27,190 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The 2025 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an automotive icon that fulfills its lofty expectations for comfort, performance, technology, and refinement. Last redesigned for the 2021 model year, the brand’s flagship sedan receives only small changes for 2025. Verdict: Quite simply, the S-Class is the best luxury sedan that doesn't wear a Bentley or Rolls-Royce badge. With several models to choose from and a dizzying array of options, there seems to be a perfect match for a variety of tastes, provided you have a six-figure budget. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 442 hp I6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 442 hp I6 | 2.5L 191 hp I4 |
Torque | 181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 191 hp @ 6100 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.8 cu ft | 15.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4740 lbs | 3230 lbs |
Height | 59.2 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 208.2 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 83.0 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1477 lbs | 1206 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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