The Mercedes-Benz W222 S-Class, sold from 2014 to 2020, redefined the modern luxury sedan. It introduced a suite of advanced technologies, including the camera-based Magic Body Control suspension and a cabin dominated by two 12.3-inch display screens. The W222 offered a wide range of models, from the standard S 550 with a twin-turbo V8 to the high-performance S 63 and S 65 AMG models and the ultra-luxurious Maybach variants.
Today, the W222 represents a significant value proposition on the secondary market. Buyers can access flagship-level comfort, technology, and performance for a fraction of the car's original six-figure price tag. Collectors and enthusiasts are primarily interested in well-maintained, low-mileage examples of the top-tier models, such as the V12-powered S 600, S 65, and Maybach S 600. These cars offer an unmatched combination of prestige and power.
The market for the W222 is active, with an average sale price hovering around $44,000. Early model year S 550s with higher mileage make up the entry point, while late-model AMG and Maybach versions command the highest prices. As a technologically complex vehicle, maintenance costs are a major factor, and cars with complete service histories are much more desirable and hold their value better.
Buying Tips
- The Airmatic suspension is a known weak point; check for sagging corners after the car has been sitting and listen for a constantly running compressor.
- Test all electronics thoroughly. The COMAND system, power seats, ambient lighting, and driver aids are complex and expensive to repair.
- The M278 4.7L twin-turbo V8 can suffer from timing chain and tensioner issues. Listen for rattling on cold starts.
- For V12 models, the ignition coil packs are a frequent and costly failure item, often requiring replacement in pairs.
- Inspect for water intrusion in the cabin and trunk, as clogged sunroof drains can lead to catastrophic damage to sensitive electronic modules.
Prices range from $999 for project or parts cars to $132,000 for pristine, top-spec variants.
3,844 Mercedes-Benz W222 S-Class vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 1510 currently live. Sold prices range from $500 to $284,612.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
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