2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review

When a car costs as much as a house, as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class does, it makes you take a step back. Can a car this expensive really be worth it? After spending a week with an S550, I can tell you that if any ultraluxury car can justify its gold-plated price tag, it's this one. Mercedes' flagship offers a level of power, luxury, technology and prestige found in only a select few full-size luxury sedans.

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Hill start assist
Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient. It holds the vehicle for a short time after you have removed your foot from the brake pedal. This gi ...

Derestricting the shift range
Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter. The shift range is derestricted. ...

The Inside
The GL's cabin is finished in nice materials — that's the price of entry in this class — but the interior design isn't especially memorable. Fit and finish are also good. Ranking as one of the m ...