Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class Prices by Year
As of October 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $30,994 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $5,999 for a 2000 to $144,010 for a 2026 — every figure below is a national median of 4,457 live listings, not a book value, and the S-Class steps down a median 12.8% per model year of age.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class price by model year
| Year | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Avg mileage | EPA combined | NCAP | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $144,010 | $115,766 – $201,871 | 3,886 mi | 20–23 MPG | — | 29 |
| 2025 | $130,357 | $94,609 – $200,288 | 9,400 mi | 20–24 MPG | — | 63 |
| 2024 | $99,885 | $75,716 – $156,877 | 18,471 mi | 21–24 MPG | — | 173 |
| 2023 | $72,028 | $59,958 – $88,039 | 30,443 mi | 18–23 MPG | — | 436 |
| 2022 | $63,048 | $51,321 – $75,900 | 38,388 mi | 18–24 MPG | — | 371 |
| 2021 | $58,782 | $48,895 – $68,994 | 47,267 mi | 19–24 MPG | — | 186 |
| 2020 | $40,078 | $29,385 – $77,173 | 57,882 mi | 19–23 MPG | — | 175 |
| 2019 | $36,800 | $26,939 – $62,799 | 67,523 mi | 20–23 MPG | — | 299 |
| 2018 | $30,994 | $22,001 – $59,720 | 73,958 mi | 20–22 MPG | — | 222 |
| 2017 | $32,995 | $22,324 – $63,477 | 74,375 mi | 16–26 MPG | — | 285 |
| 2016 | $26,500 | $17,995 – $47,500 | 82,201 mi | 16–26 MPG | — | 331 |
| 2015 | $22,995 | $15,990 – $38,889 | 93,528 mi | 15–26 MPG | — | 611 |
| 2014 | $19,991 | $15,600 – $28,500 | 97,141 mi | 18–20 MPG | — | 201 |
| 2013 | $13,900 | $9,952 – $19,561 | 102,619 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 137 |
| 2012 | $12,496 | $8,350 – $19,994 | 108,194 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 96 |
| 2011 | $11,888 | $7,969 – $18,687 | 110,319 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 78 |
| 2010 | $10,799 | $6,500 – $18,452 | 121,002 mi | 13–21 MPG | — | 103 |
| 2009 | $10,969 | $7,224 – $19,583 | 108,947 mi | 13–17 MPG | — | 65 |
| 2008 | $10,290 | $6,899 – $18,900 | 106,172 mi | 13–16 MPG | — | 151 |
| 2007 | $9,115 | $6,585 – $16,785 | 110,593 mi | 13–17 MPG | — | 174 |
| 2006 | $7,950 | $4,995 – $14,900 | 107,609 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 61 |
| 2005 | $7,995 | $4,458 – $19,195 | 113,185 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 29 |
| 2004 | $7,988 | $4,196 – $16,220 | 109,717 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 43 |
| 2003 | $8,995 | $4,677 – $18,800 | 94,681 mi | 14–18 MPG | — | 35 |
| 2002 | $8,512 | $3,999 – $18,800 | 113,256 mi | 16–18 MPG | — | 28 |
| 2001 | $6,969 | $3,997 – $10,698 | 101,019 mi | 16–18 MPG | — | 46 |
| 2000 | $5,999 | $2,990 – $12,500 | 114,034 mi | 17–18 MPG | — | 29 |
“Typical price” is the national median asking price; the range covers the middle 80% of listings (10th–90th percentile), so it excludes teaser and outlier prices on both ends.
Cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The cheapest quotable model year is the 2000, typically listing for $5,999 (most between $2,990 and $12,500) with an average odometer of 114,034 miles. Among recent model years, the least-expensive common trim is the S500 4MATIC at a typical $64,764. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 12.8%, and the per-year table above shows where the price-per-mile balance is best. See the cheapest Mercedes-Benz S-Class listings for sale →
Most expensive Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The priciest used model year is the 2026 at a typical $144,010 (most between $115,766 and $201,871). The most expensive common trim is the AMG S63E, typically $147,256 — a $82,492 spread over the base S500 4MATIC within the same nameplate.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class price by trim (last 4 model years)
The trim changes the price more than a model year does: the cheapest common trim, the S500 4MATIC, typically lists for $64,764; the priciest, the AMG S63E, for $147,256. The S580 4MATIC is what the used market mostly stocks — 43.7% of trim-labeled listings, while the AMG S63E is the rarest quotable trim at 4.1%.
| Trim | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Share of listings | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S580 4MATICMost popular | $78,740 | $66,081 – $101,792 | 43.7% | 28,535 mi |
| S500 4MATICCheapest | $64,764 | $57,104 – $73,785 | 25.6% | 30,693 mi |
| S580 4MATIC/S580 4-M BI-TURBO | $86,000 | $73,389 – $108,280 | 13.6% | 22,776 mi |
| AMG S 63 E PERFORMANCE | $142,283 | $121,355 – $158,997 | 6.8% | 13,370 mi |
| S580E 4MATIC | $78,200 | $65,690 – $104,709 | 6.2% | 18,359 mi |
| AMG S63EPriciest | $147,256 | $127,438 – $190,650 | 4.1% | 7,901 mi |
Share = portion of the model's trim-labeled used listings from the last 4 model years — a supply-side popularity signal. Trims with fewer than 25 live cars are not quoted.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class cost?
As of October 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $30,994 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $5,999 (2000) to $144,010 (2026), based on 4,457 live listings.
How much is a 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $144,010, with most asking prices between $115,766 and $201,871. Average odometer reading is 3,886 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class worth looking at?
The 2000 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $5,999 — but compare its mileage (114,034 miles on average) and per-year table above before deciding; a newer year at a small premium often carries far fewer miles.
How fast does the Mercedes-Benz S-Class depreciate?
Across adjacent model years currently on the market, the S-Class steps down a median 12.8% per model year of age — e.g. moving one year older typically saves about that share of the price.
How much does the trim change a used S-Class's price?
A lot: over the last 4 model years, the cheapest common trim (S500 4MATIC) typically lists for $64,764 while the priciest (AMG S63E) runs $147,256 — a $82,492 spread within the same nameplate. The most common trim on the used market is the S580 4MATIC (43.7% of trim-labeled listings) at a typical $78,740.
How much is a used 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
A used 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $22,995, with most asking prices between $15,990 and $38,889; average odometer is 93,528 miles (611 for sale).
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See also: Mercedes-Benz S-Class hub — live listings & specs · Mercedes-Benz S-Class MPG by year · All model price pages · Best used cars by budget.