2020 Mercedes-Benz S-Class AWD vs RWD: is AWD worth it?
S 450 4MATIC AWD vs S 450 RWD
AWD adds $3,000. Same fuel cost.
$3,000more over 6 years
- 22 vs 22 mpg.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20.
Every AWD and RWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 450 RWD S 450 4MATIC AWD | $94,250 $97,250 | $3,000 | 22 mpg 22 mpg | $1,745 $1,745 | $3,000 | +132 lb |
| S 560 RWD S 560 4MATIC AWD | $104,450 $107,450 | $3,000 | 21 mpg 21 mpg | $1,829 $1,829 | $3,000 | +119 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree