Turning up in a Mercedes-Benz S-Class makes a lasting impression. Regardless of country, the presence of an S-Class signifies that someone important is in attendance. Someone who desires the finer things in life and is not willing to compromise on luxury and comfort. Since 1954, Mercedes-Benz’s halo full-size luxury sedan has been at it and has been the carrier of many ‘first to market’ features that we now take for granted. If you’re looking for an S-Class, this sixth-generation 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 is a compelling option. Coming from California, it’s got 81,000 miles on the odometer and a host of options under its belt.

Exterior and Interior

Blacked would be one word to describe this 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. It wears a smooth gloss black paint job, and rolls on a set of black 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels. Even the badges are in black, save for the star on the nose which presents itself in a sort of gunmetal-gray. If it’s a black S-Class that you desire, look no further than this one. However, the interior of an S-Class is the defining characteristic, and this car’s got it in black too, with a primarily black interior consisting of black Exclusive Nappa Leather on the seating, and a Black Cloth Porcelain Dinamica headliner. However, to break up the blackness, there are chrome door handle inserts and Designo Brown Myrtle wood trim. You’ve also got the Sport Package, Warmth and Comfort Package, Rear Seat Entertainment Package, Premium 1 Package, Driver Assistance Package, easy-adjust headrests, refrigerator in the rear center console, multi-zone climate control, Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system, heads-up display, digital instrument cluster, heated steering wheel and heated windshield to name a few of the many accouterments.

Engine

An S-Class must be moved by a suitably potent, yet hushed powerplant. This 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 does not disappoint one bit, with its 4.7L M278 BiTurbo V8 engine putting out 449hp and 516lb-ft of torque. The engine is coupled to a seven-speed 7G-TRONIC automatic gearbox and sends drive to the rear wheels. Zero to sixty is dispatched in 4.8 seconds and the top speed is electronically capped at 155mph. Active Body Control suspension ensures a smooth ride, and large ventilated disc brakes on all wheels provide sure stopping power.