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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
New from
$199,455 excl. on-roads
Review Rating
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Available
Warranty
3 year, unlimited km
Fuel Efficiency
2.8 - 11.3 L / 100km
About the Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Last updated Sep 26, 2025The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a Luxury offered in both 4D Sedan and 2D Sedan body styles. Available in Australia from $199,455 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $420,000 for the Base.
There is 1 variant of the S-Class available in Australia.
Engine options include 4.7L turbo petrol direct injection (335kW/700Nm), 6.0L turbo multi-point injection (390kW/830Nm), 3.0L turbo diesel common rail (190kW/620Nm), 3.0L turbo petrol direct injection (245kW/480Nm), 2.1L turbo diesel common rail (170kW/500Nm) and electric motor (325kW/650Nm). Non-electric variants are available with 9-speed automatic or 7-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The new 2016 S-Class is offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Price
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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specs
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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Dimensions
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2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Fuel Economy
There are 7 different fuel economy figures for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The most fuel efficient Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 3.0L Turbo Petrol Direct Injection and uses 2.8L of Electric per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class that uses the most amount of fuel is the Base with a 7-speed Automatic which is powered by a 6.0L Turbo Multi-Point Injection and uses 11.3L of Premium Unleaded per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Mercedes-Benz S-Class variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 4.7L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 9.2 L/100km |
| 6.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 11.3 L/100km |
| 4.7L, 9-speed auto, 2-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 8.6 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 9-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 6.0 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Petrol, RWD | Premium Unleaded | 7.9 L/100km |
| 2.1L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Diesel, RWD | Diesel | 4.5 L/100km |
| 3.0L, 7-speed auto, 4-door Sedan, Electric, RWD | Electric | 2.8 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
You should service your S-Class at your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer or service centre, however servicing it at third party mechanics that follow OEM servicing instructions should not impact the S-Class's warranty.
2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Warranty
What is the warranty on a Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class offers a 3 year unlimited km warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class FAQs
The cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base that starts from $199,455.
The most expensive Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base that starts from $420,000.
The best towing capacity of a Mercedes-Benz S-Class is offered by the Base which can tow 2100 kg
The largest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base which measures 1899mm wide, 5246mm in length and sits 1496mm tall.
The most powerful Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base which has 390kW of power from its 6.0L Turbo Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the Base which weighs 2825 kg (kerb weight).
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Electric, Premium Unleaded or Diesel.