Mercedes S Class price in Kenya | Specs | Full review

Mercedes S Class can be defined as the standard for luxury in Sedans, as you would expect, the Mercedes S Class price in Kenya will be high considering what the vehicle will have to offer. The exact cost will depend on the year model of the vehicle, below, we will see the prices and the specs of this premium sedan.

Introduction to the Mercedes S Class

When it comes to luxury, Mercedes always got you, at the top of the line for Mercedes Sedans is the S Class. Car models in this class have a huge wheelbase with Limousines and full-sized sedans being available in this class. What that means is that you get a very spacious interior as we will see when looking at the features of this class below. Additionally, we are going to look at the prices of different Mercedes S Class models in Kenya.

This full-sized luxury Sedan is produced by the German automaker, Mercedes Benz. The first car to has the S class badge was released in 1972, since then, there have been different generations(7th as of 2021) with each having its improvements. In the Sedans from Mercedes, the S class can be termed as the top-level sedan while the E class is in the middle and at the bottom of the line is the C class. The S-class competes with the Audi A8 and BMW 7 series mainly.

If you are looking for a full-sized Sedan, an armored Sedan or even a Limousine, the Mercedes S Class should be the first place to look. Common models include the S280, S300 and S350.

Mercedes S class price in Kenya

You can not import a car that is older than 8 years to Kenya. You can also buy this car from dealers in major towns in Kenya including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Nairobi. Below are the prices of models of this car that have been used abroad.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Mercedes S class.

Factors affecting car Prices in Kenya

When shopping for a car, you will note that the prices will vary, this is because the price of the vehicle will be affected by various factors, below is a look at the different things that will affect how much you pay for the vehicle.

• Model year- most cars have a new model released each year, most of the time, a new model will come with new features, additionally, a new car is obviously in a better condition. As a result, newer models of the car come at a higher price compared to the older models.
• Trim levels- There are different trim levels for every model year, the higher the trim level, the more features you get. This leads to price differences, if you have a low budget, you will get a base trim but for a high budget, you can go for the highest trim level.
• Features differences- cars will be on the same trims levels but still have different features, for example, one might be a 2WD and the other a 4WD. In Kenya, most people prefer 2WD for sedans and hatchbacks, this means the prices of 2WD cars will be higher because of higher demand. On the other hand, 4WD/AWD crossover SUVs and SUVs are loved, this means 2WD in this category have less demand hence lower prices.
• Condition of the car- here, prices change depending on whether the car is brand new, foreign used or locally used. Additionally, a used car that is in a clean condition will not come at a similar price as a one that is not well-maintained.
• Market conditions- different market conditions lead to changes in the prices of vehicles, for example, if the global supply chains are interrupted, the car prices are likely to go up.
• The seller- each seller will quote their own prices depending on different things including how much they bought the vehicle and the amount of profit they want to make. It is hence common to get different price tags from different sellers.

Mercedes S class Specifications

Since this is the top-of-the-line Mercedes Sedan, you get top features, whether it is the exterior styling, the interior luxury or even the engine options. To grasp this, we will look at all these features of the S class below.

The main trim in the S Class is the Sport and AMG Line, the features will hence vary slightly depending on the trim level that you go for.

1. Mercedes S Class Exterior

The S Class is a long-wheelbase car, from the outside, you will notice its large size. Additionally, the car has a curvy design with lines from Mercedes Benz. The exterior speaks shows off class.

Here are the exterior specs of the Mercedes S Class:

• The cars come with 4 doors for the Sedan(two front and two rear)
• The ground clearance starts from 5,1 Inches going upwards depending on the Model. This is however below the recommended 6.5 inches on our roads
• In the recent models, you have pop-out door handles
• The S class has a medium size front grille and the Mercedes logo on top of the hood
• This Sportback comes with 17 inches to 20 inches alloy wheels
• The car has LED headlights plus taillights. Additionally, you get the daytime running lights
• Parking sensors are also a standard
• Has air suspensions
• You get rain sensors with automatic headlight activation
• In most S class models, you get a sunroof
• The car has a twin exhaust system
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. Mercedes S Class Interior

The car will differently give you a luxurious and comfortable ride, it also comes packed with tech features that will assist you as the driver when cruising.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row), however, for optimum comfort, you can go for the 4 seater that has accessories such as cooling/heating cupholders and storage compartments
• The legroom and headroom space available on this vehicle is one of the best
• You get a leather interior
• The codriver’s seats can be moved forward to provide full comfort for the passenger at the back
• You get leg supports too
• At the back, there are two large screens for the passengers
• The cars have electric-powered memory seats as a standard
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glove box and the seat jacket pockets
• The middle seat has an armrest that includes a storage compartment and cupholders
• The boot space is great since you can carry a good amount of luggage considering this is a Sedan. Below the boot space, you get an additional compartment
• There are also USB and Sockets for charging your devices. In recent models, there is wireless charging
• In the latest S class, the infotainment screen is a touchscreen, this has replaced the old which was controlled through a swivel and touchpad
• In recent models, you will get the Apple car play and the Android Auto
• You also get a digital driver’s display
• There are child seat anchors on the backseats
• If you want to set the mood in the vehicle, use the ambient lighting feature
• A 360 degrees camera will help you view the exterior of the vehicle all around
• Climate control is another feature
• The steering wheel is adjustable, in the recent modes, it is electric-powered
• Additionally, the car has a paddle shifter
• Keyless entry is standard
• The wellness feature allows you to save your settings and the car will remember your preference
• The cruise control can control the car requiring little assistance from you, additionally, there is the auto parking feature that will park the car automatically
• For safety, the car has an automatic emergency braking system, lane departure assist and pedestrian warning system

3. Mercedes S-class Engine specs

In the range of the Mercedes Sedans, the S Class comes with some engine options that are among the most powerful, there are also other engines shared in the E and C class.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Mercedes S-class:

• The engine capacities available include a 2.9Liter V6 diesel engine and 3.0Liter V6 petrol turbocharged engine. There is also a 4.7Liter V8 and 6.0Liter V12 though they are not common in the Kenyan market
• As you will note, you can get a diesel or petrol, these engines are also mild-hybrid
• Turbocharged(denoted by CDI for diesel or CGI for petrol) and Supercharged(denoted by Kompressor) options are also available on the above listed engines
• The power given by the engine ranges from around 296 hp to 435hp
• The transmission system in the S class is mainly the 7-speed automatic gearbox, the latest model has a 9 speed-automatic gearbox
• In the C Class, you can choose between a Rear Wheel Drive and a Four Wheel Drive. The most common is the Rear Wheel Drive
• Fuel consumption will vary largely depending on the engine you go for, hybrid engines will consume less. The consumption ranges from 7km/l to 12.8km/l. This also depends on your driving style
• Lastly, Mercedes C Class has a tank capacity of up to 80 Liters

Despite being a big car, the Mercedes S class is designed in search a way that it is easy to drive. The vehicle handles very well with minimal body roll, it is not just comfortable to drive but also the cabin is strictly quiet. The air suspensions make you feel like you are floating on the road.

The S Class can be termed as the car that defines luxury in the Mercedes line up, before any new feature is introduced in other classes, the S class gets it first. This vehicle is definitely worth the much it costs, the maintenance cost will also be high but you will enjoy luxury rides, high safety and top tech features.