Used Mercedes-Benz S-Class Prices by Year
As of July 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $32,325 in the US. Depending on model year, typical asking prices run from $6,995 for a 2006 to $134,262 for a 2026 — every figure below is a national median of 2,873 live listings, not a book value, and the S-Class steps down a median 14.4% 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 | $134,262 | $120,841 – $152,939 | 3,579 mi | 20–23 MPG | — | 24 |
| 2025 | $114,995 | $99,606 – $168,835 | 8,313 mi | 20–24 MPG | — | 47 |
| 2024 | $100,040 | $81,475 – $169,999 | 16,409 mi | 21–24 MPG | — | 97 |
| 2023 | $76,500 | $60,833 – $93,735 | 26,026 mi | 18–23 MPG | — | 313 |
| 2022 | $63,346 | $53,989 – $74,076 | 38,213 mi | 18–24 MPG | — | 247 |
| 2021 | $62,890 | $53,146 – $71,444 | 40,455 mi | 19–24 MPG | — | 104 |
| 2020 | $41,941 | $31,950 – $80,961 | 54,403 mi | 19–23 MPG | — | 122 |
| 2019 | $40,996 | $28,669 – $68,588 | 57,891 mi | 20–23 MPG | — | 195 |
| 2018 | $32,325 | $23,355 – $59,579 | 71,990 mi | 20–22 MPG | — | 150 |
| 2017 | $32,558 | $22,995 – $63,488 | 69,808 mi | 16–26 MPG | — | 209 |
| 2016 | $29,597 | $20,285 – $46,416 | 76,143 mi | 16–26 MPG | — | 236 |
| 2015 | $23,987 | $17,204 – $40,996 | 87,521 mi | 15–26 MPG | — | 429 |
| 2014 | $20,908 | $15,966 – $33,042 | 90,400 mi | 18–20 MPG | — | 128 |
| 2013 | $14,500 | $10,544 – $19,747 | 101,997 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 96 |
| 2012 | $12,495 | $9,112 – $21,319 | 110,579 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 54 |
| 2011 | $11,945 | $7,999 – $20,099 | 109,391 mi | 14–21 MPG | — | 50 |
| 2010 | $10,150 | $6,819 – $17,892 | 124,184 mi | 13–21 MPG | — | 53 |
| 2009 | $11,000 | $7,761 – $19,400 | 101,224 mi | 13–17 MPG | — | 43 |
| 2008 | $9,950 | $6,995 – $18,495 | 111,971 mi | 13–16 MPG | — | 81 |
| 2007 | $8,998 | $5,992 – $14,248 | 110,708 mi | 13–17 MPG | — | 96 |
| 2006 | $6,995 | $4,719 – $13,956 | 116,977 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 29 |
| 2005 | $6,995 | $3,955 – $19,595 | 117,863 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 22 |
| 2004 | $9,528 | $5,699 – $16,490 | 96,809 mi | 13–19 MPG | — | 26 |
| 2003 | $7,950 | $4,529 – $19,711 | 101,893 mi | 14–18 MPG | — | 22 |
“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 2006, typically listing for $6,995 (most between $4,719 and $13,956) with an average odometer of 116,977 miles. Among recent model years, the least-expensive common trim is the S500 4MATIC at a typical $67,099. Before chasing the lowest price, weigh mileage against a one-year-newer car — each model year of age saves a median 14.4%, 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 $134,262 (most between $120,841 and $152,939). The most expensive common trim is the S580 4MATIC/S580 4-M BI-TURBO, typically $90,496 — a $23,397 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 $67,099; the priciest, the S580 4MATIC/S580 4-M BI-TURBO, for $90,496. The S580 4MATIC is what the used market mostly stocks — 51.5% of trim-labeled listings, while the S580E 4MATIC is the rarest quotable trim at 7.1%.
| Trim | Typical price | Most listings fall between | Share of listings | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S580 4MATICMost popular | $84,131 | $71,508 – $119,657 | 51.5% | 21,657 mi |
| S500 4MATICCheapest | $67,099 | $58,429 – $76,840 | 31.4% | 28,760 mi |
| S580 4MATIC/S580 4-M BI-TURBOPriciest | $90,496 | $81,030 – $100,770 | 9.9% | 21,023 mi |
| S580E 4MATIC | $79,953 | $67,692 – $98,468 | 7.1% | 22,110 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 July 2026, a used Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $32,325 nationally. Depending on model year, typical prices run from $6,995 (2006) to $134,262 (2026), based on 2,873 live listings.
How much is a 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
A used 2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $134,262, with most asking prices between $120,841 and $152,939. Average odometer reading is 3,579 miles.
What's the cheapest year of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class worth looking at?
The 2006 model year is the least expensive quotable year at a typical $6,995 — but compare its mileage (116,977 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 14.4% 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 $67,099 while the priciest (S580 4MATIC/S580 4-M BI-TURBO) runs $90,496 — a $23,397 spread within the same nameplate. The most common trim on the used market is the S580 4MATIC (51.5% of trim-labeled listings) at a typical $84,131.
How much is a used 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class?
A used 2015 Mercedes-Benz S-Class typically lists for $23,987, with most asking prices between $17,204 and $40,996; average odometer is 87,521 miles (429 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.