Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs BMW 7 Series

For discerning drivers who require the absolute best from a full-size sedan experience, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7 Series are two vehicles that have continuously delivered next-generation innovations and luxury, often redefining what's possible in the automotive world.

And for the 2023 model year, both vehicles are evolving the concept of luxury through electrification, unmatched advanced technology, and awe-inspiring craftsmanship.

Let's take a closer look at the latest generation of premium luxury as offered by the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 2023 BMW 7 Series Sedan.

   

2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan Comparison Highlights

The S-Class Sedan is Mercedes-Benz's ultimate expression of luxury and engineering expertise, and provides an elevated experience for all of your senses while keeping you comfortable and safe.

With you at the center of all of its innovations, the S-Class Sedan sets another milestone with the second generation of MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience). This multi-faceted interface between the driver, passengers and the vehicle consists of five screens and delivers advanced engagement via 3D spatial effects, augmented reality content, and eye-tracking technology.

MBUX is intuitive and intelligent, and continues to learn and adapt to your behavior. It can even recognize your fingerprint to automatically deploy presets, and responds to natural voice requests for a variety of vehicle and infotainment functions. There are over 800 settings to personalize through the 12.8-inch OLED touchscreen or your smartphone, in up to seven user profiles.

And of course, the entire passenger area is enveloped in finely tailored leathers and exotic wood and metal trim that have been applied with the utmost craftsmanship and attention to detail. Every element, from switches to sculpting, has been thoughtfully designed to create a balance of form and function. The environment is not only welcoming and luxurious, but is also integrated into the full operation of the vehicle. For example, the 64-color ambient lighting can be configured to provide driving alerts or warn passengers of an approaching vehicle as they attempt to open the door.

For propulsion, a selection of turbocharged engines with an innovative hybrid Integrated Starter Generator provide impressive power along with enhanced efficiency. This mild hybrid system provides a boost in torque and also makes the transition for the ECO engine start/stop function more seamless. The new S 580e model takes this focus on efficiency even further by including a plug-in hybrid electric motor. You can operate in all-electric mode before needing the gas engine, and recharge from the convenience of your own home.

Mercedes-Benz's award-winning 4MATIC all-wheel drive is also available to enhance the S-Class Sedan's on-road prowess by sending torque to the tires with the best traction. And while 4MATIC is continuously optimizing torque, the AIRMATIC air suspension works in parallel to adapt each wheel's response to the road so that the S-Class can have the best agility as well as poise. And as the final touch for the tightest and smoothest maneuvers, available rear-axle steering offers up to 10-degrees of angle change to align with driving dynamics for more stable handling.