Mercedes S-class W221 1.45 Direct

The , produced from 2006 to 2013 , is widely considered one of the finest luxury flagships of its era, marking a significant return to form for Mercedes after the reliability criticisms of the previous W220 model. While it offers exceptional comfort and pioneering technology, it requires a "luxury maintenance" budget to remain reliable on the used market. Key Highlights

Reliability varies significantly by the engine and production year. The (Phase 2) is generally recommended as it resolved several early mechanical issues. MERCEDES S-CLASS W221 1.45

: Uses infrared technology to see pedestrians at night. The , produced from 2006 to 2013 ,

: This generation introduced several high-tech features still impressive today: produced from 2006 to 2013