Check Out The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Facelift From Every Angle In Images

Over 54 years, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is now in its 7th-generation. The latest iteration of the S-Class ups the luxury game with comfort tech and features. Here is the 2026 Mercedes S-Class facelift explained in images:

2026 Mercedes S-Class: Exterior

Front

The front of the S-Class is a statement that you’ve arrived. The one on display is the S 450e Manufaktur Edition AMG-Line, which is the more expensive variant of the two S-Classes being launched in India.

• The front grille is illuminated and has been made larger than the previous version.

• The headlamps get the Mercedes 3-pointed stars. Two each!

• Front radar sensors are subtly hidden behind a plastic panel on the grille.

• Air vents on the bumper channel air around the front wheels for better airflow.

• Front headlamps can light up to 600 meters, 40 percent more than the outgoing model. (In high beam)

Side

• The side profile of the S-Class remains largely unchanged, with ravishing and regal looks.

• Door handles pop in and out automatically to improve aero efficiency.

• New indicator light design on the outside rear-view mirrors (ORVM) harks back to the early 2010s generation of Mercedes’.

• 20-inch alloy wheels give this AMG-Line land yacht a sporty visual character.

Rear

• The rear of the new S-Class also remains mostly similar to the outgoing model. However, the facelift now gets tail lamps in the form of 3 pointed stars. And generously, 3 on each side.

• The chrome trim that connects the headlamps is now slightly slimmer and sleeker.

• The dual-exhaust tips on either side of the bumper houses two shy exhaust pipes hiding inside.

2026 Mercedes S-Class: Interior

• The talking point of a full size luxury car of course includes Ottoman seats with ventilation, heating, massage functions and an extra soft headrest pillow.

• The dashboard layout remains largely unchanged. This includes a 3-screen setup, surrounded by leather with a dual-tone black and light beige theme. Brushed aluminuim looking accents also elevate the cabin feel.

• You also have a dual-pane panoramic sunroof.

• Touch controls on the steering-wheel still remain.

• There is a camera inside the instrument panel to track driver attention and drowsiness.

• Rear occupants' B-pillar mounted and center console mounted AC vents with touch-based controls.

2026 Mercedes S-Class: Features And Safety

The Mercedes S-Class already comes packed with the cutting edge feature comforts and automotive technology being the flagship Mercedes. However, highlights and features include, augmented reality (AR) heads-up-display (HUD), 4.5-degree rear-wheel steer (upgradable to 10-degrees). The S-Class also includes top of the line luxury features like rear seat entertainment, motorised sunblinds for all side and rear windows, dual-sunroof and rear seat Ottoman function with massage.

Safety package includes 15 airbags, level-2 advanced driver assist system (ADAS), active-brake assist, electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS)

2026 Mercedes S-Class: Powertrains

The new S-Class is the first Mercedes in India to be a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). This includes a 3-litre engine with a 22kWh hybrid-battery system. Mercedes claims the S 450e has 115 km of pure electric range; however, on the WLTP test cycle.

The detailed powertrain information is as follows:

*AT - Torque Converter Automatic Transmission

2026 Mercedes S-Class: Price And Rivals

The 2026 Mercedes S-Class S 450e has launched in India at a starting price of Rs 2.2 crore ex showroom onwards. This is for the Launch Edition of the S-Class.

The S-Class currently goes against the BMW 7-Series which makes it only two models in the full size luxury sedan segment in India.