Overview
- Mercedes has issued official teasers, including a CEO video with a camouflaged near-production car, ahead of next week’s unveiling.
- The company says the facelift revises about 2,700 components, marking one of its most extensive mid-cycle updates.
- The update introduces MB.OS to manage infotainment, vehicle functions, connectivity and over-the-air updates for deeper personalization.
- Mercedes says the new S-Class is Level 4 autonomous-ready and reports it is testing this capability on public roads.
- Subtle exterior and chassis changes are expected, including an illuminated bonnet star, a larger LED-outlined grille, star-pattern lighting and upgraded Airmatic suspension with iDamping; powertrains are anticipated to include mild-hybrid sixes and V8s, with sales starting in select markets by mid-2026 and an India launch likely in late 2026 or early 2027.