Overview & Reviews
For 2003, there is more power for the S55 and S600 models, both of which now put out nearly 500 horsepower. Also Pre-Safe, a system that detects an imminent impact and quickly adjusts seating positions as well as seatbelt tension to better safeguard the occupants, debuts. Mercedes' 4Matic all-wheel-drive system becomes available on the S430 and S500 and a minor freshening inside and out are meant to keep these big Benzes near the top of luxury car buyer's shopping lists.
- World-class performance, state-of-the-art safety features, spacious and comfortable cabin.
- Complicated COMAND system, standard V8 models not as much fun to drive as BMW 7 Series.
User Reviews:
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good - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By charlespig - October 10 - 2:00 amfun to drive but the lexus LS is better. Plan to trade it in for the LS
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2003 MB S55AMG - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By jprcars - October 5 - 10:00 amThe best car i ever saw.very good comfort.very fast and slick.
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The Best Mercedes Benz I have owned - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By KV - July 17 - 2:00 amThis is the best I have driven, ever. Having owned more than 25 MBs including numerous S class. In the last six years, this is my 8th. MBs all from Schumacher European in Scottsale, AZ(including 2001-S430; 2002-S500 and now 2003-S500). This is the finest automobile, I have ever owned or driven in my life so far. While it may be a bad news for the Schumachers and our sales advisor David Mykytiuk, I have personally treasure this car. I have decided never to sell this finest automobile. I would not take an even trade of a new Rolls Arnage on this car.
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The best car ever - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By carfanattic - July 11 - 10:00 amFrankly, the S55 AMG is the finest automobile on todays market. Its engine is powerful and absolutely dazzling. Since it is a Mercedes S- Class, the interior is obviously incredible. The looks of the AMG are vicious and very aggressive compared to other cars.
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THE REAL LOW DOWN - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By SCR8POBOY - May 24 - 10:00 amJUST A AWESOME VEHICLE IN IT SELF CONFIDENT STRIDEFUL AND FULL OF LUX. JUST LIKE BEING IN THE LIVING ROOM OF MY HOME COMFORTBLE AN SATISFYING, ABLE TO COMPEHEND THE CAR IN A EASY SAFE MANNER WHILE DRIVING IT, I ENJOY EVERY THING ABOUT IT!
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Straight Line Speed and Comfort - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By S600 Owner - May 16 - 2:53 amHave owned the car for about a month now and I am no sure I still love it. The straight line speed is second to none, I have driven ferraris that wont throw you back in your seat like this does. Being able to spin the rear-wheel at any speed under 50mph is incredible. Burnouts are as simple as turning off traction control and giving half throttle. However, the handling does not compare to the BMW 760Li I own. The understeer is so overwhelming it is almost dangerous, you are stunned the first time you take an off ramp at 50 and the tires begin to squeal yet the car keeps traveling in the same direction-scary. Also, driving in the rain is asking for trouble, traction control MUST stay on.
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S 430 - John Donnelly - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By john donnelly - April 11 - 10:00 amGreat Car, great look, strong, sturdy, has class
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Lack of pride in workmenship - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By Debi - February 28 - 10:00 amI find the workmenship to be shoddy. There is always a knock in the drivers seat, the windshield wipers always need adjustment and as of late the telestar system is on the blink. Very discouraging.
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Best so far... - 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
By carlover14 - January 21 - 2:00 amThis is my third S-Class, and it is the best one to date. The materials are much improved over the previous generation and now having been with the COMAND system for 3 years, it has become intuitive. The ride is incredible and all the electronics (albeit somewhat worrying me reliability wise) have been working flawlessly and easily. If MB keeps building them like this, a Mercedes is all Ill have until I die.
