Mercedes-Benz S400 FAQs

• How much is a Mercedes S400?

  The Mercedes-Benz S400 was discontinued after 2019, with the car no longer sold across the Australian new car market. The S450 has filled in as its replacement, and prices for that model come in around a quarter of a million dollars, plus your obligatory on-road costs of course. That's no small change by any means, however, the S-Class is the epitome of luxury, and some would say that it is worth every penny.

• What does the S stand for in Mercedes?

  The Mercedes-Benz S-Class derived its name from the German language, where it is called the S-Klasse. That in itself was an abbreviation for the full German word, Sonderklasse, which means "special class". This series is one of the most luxurious in the company's range, offering unparalleled levels of comfort and amenity, very much in the style of a limousine or full-size sedan. All told, the S-Class really does demonstrate itself to be a special class.

• Which is better, the S-Class or the E-Class?

  The S-Class has long retained a reputation as the most-luxurious range in the Mercedes-Benz stable, complete with the finest materials, extensive space, high-end safety and equipment, plus supreme drive dynamics and performance. All this of course comes with a lofty price-tag, but many would argue that you get what you pay for. In comparison, the E-Class is often thought of as a more affordable alternative, and one that comes out on top in terms of practicality, but the S-Class can't be beaten for its all-round excellence.