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The 2022 Mercedes-Benz S500 Looks Like Money

If you're gonna drop over $100K on a luxury car, you might as well spec it to look like cash, too.

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The six-cylinder Mercedes S500 is the S-Class to get.

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The S500 has a mild-hybrid turbocharged in-line six engine with 429 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque.

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It's only slightly slower than the V8-powered S580.

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All-wheel drive is standard.

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The S500 loses none of the S580's swankiness.

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You can't get the S580's fancier backseat, but the S500's rear seat is still super nice.

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The available 3D digital gauge cluster is a must have.

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The optional 4.5-degree rear steering is great, too.

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At $111,100 the S500 is $7,650 cheaper than an S580.

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