I got a w221- 450 CDI AMG pack, very reliable and punchy, it is an awsome machine. Im clocking 320k km right now and all i got no problems at all. I love it!
Glad to hear it! The S 350 CDI was the only diesel available in the Canadian market, with the only 4XX model being the 400 hybrid. Glad to hear yours is working out great for you, I can only hope I can get the same type of life out of mine!
I've always had a soft spot for the W220, I was considering them when searching for mine. If I had the space and budget I'd still buy one, a 2005 would be ideal!
@@PRNTestDrive The W220 gets a bit of a bad rap even though it’s a pretty solid car. I have an 03 so the update with the 5 speed. I’m pretty well versed in M112 and M113 engined cars but once I watched Daniel Kon and your videos I was confident in getting a 220. I only hope the W221 treats me as well
Bought my first S class - 2024 S580 fully loaded with many options. Love it! My second MB after the first being a 99 CLK320. Love that car as well and still looks like a new car.
I prefer the older S classes over the new W223. I own a 2010 W221 S63 AMG with the legendary M156. Even though it's not turbo, doesn't have the latest dual iPads, and has over 125k miles, it is the thrill of behind the wheel that is unmatchable. Raw V8 natural aspirated motor with some modifications and a open road with beautiful scenery is recipe for serentity. Now the maintenance, that is a different story, parts for an AMG vs Mercedes-Benz are on a different scale but the thrills behind driving this beast is pure bliss. Gas guzzler for sure but thrills per smile outweighs the miles per gallon. Quality of interior plus the fit and finish is precise. Good review on the W221 vs W223.
Absolutely, thanks for sharing! I'd love to experience the AMG versions of the W221 to see how it compares to my car. We recently talked about this with the new S 63 E Performance, this new AMG just doesn't seem to have the soul the older ones had: th-cam.com/video/xg0Lef8gqC8/w-d-xo.html
I have a W221 2011 Blue Efficiency, bought it with genuine 17500Km only. It looks more distinguishable, than the later W222 and W223, the protruding wheel body work makes it sooo elegant. All the latter S and E's look indistinguishable....
W222 BEST S CLASS EVER MADE THUS FAR. I have a 2015 S63 AMG. Stage 2 with down pipes all blacked out on 22’ Black Brabus rims with full ppf🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 Carbon kit on the way !!!!!!💯💯💯💯💯💯
Awesome car to own! We'd love to feature the W222 as we missed out on it when it was new on the press fleet. The AMGs are the way to go, with the S 65 being the ultimate S-Class.
We're looking for ideas on content, we've never really been the type of channel to just make a video for the sake of a video, always needs to be a reason. This one was a great way to get the W221 out, and one we've been planning to film since I bought the car. I don't get to drive it much but I'll be getting behind the wheel of it next week.
I have a 2007 s65 AMG with the M275 6.0L V12 and its incredible. I also have a new 2024 GLC 300 coupe with all the bells and whistles, and its nice but nothing like my W221
We're going to see if M-B Canada adds another C-Class to the fleet. The C 43 they had was retired a little while ago, but ideally we'd want a regular C 300 for a proper apples-to-apples comparison. Now that we've put this one together we can show brands like Mercedes what we can do with our Retrospectives, and it'll hopefully open up some more opportunities for us.
This is an excellent comparison. What I will say is most noticeable between the W221 and the following years leading up until most recent, is Mercedes Benz really focused on "luxury" and materials. Quality hides, woods, and comfort. The newest models are about Technology, and that's where the budget goes. There is more use of plastics, polymers, versus leathers. This is because customers wanted all the gadgets, which is a sign of the times. W221 models are a bargain today and represent great value if taken care of. Buy that, not the overpriced S-Class offered today.
Very true, we've noticed the same across the range of Mercedes models recently also. It's too bad that tech and large screens are what these brands are focusing on now.
Aside from us not having a W222 to compare to, it's still a vehicle I need to feature as I haven't driven one. I think the interior on it is superior to the new one, with a good mix of tech/screens and design elements. We're hopeful to find one to feature in the near future!
Out of every S Class generation the W221 is at the TOP of my list following right behind the W221 is the W222 as my second favorite and choice I HATE the W223 in every way possible to plainly put it it's just ugly especially in the interior the W223 design team FAILED miserably the W223 is a car that I looked at more than a few times and I still can't find anything that I like about it with the W222 and W221 you can clearly see that a lot of attention to detail was a priority when designing the W221 and the W222 all they did was throw a big screen in the W223 with a hideous interior and bland looking exterior the W221 is still my favorite bottom line
That's the problem with the newest generation, the interiors all look the same. A C-Class has the same basic interior, where as my 2013 S-Class and C-Class have completely different interiors, so when I get in either I feel the difference in class.
I don’t know if I am prejudiced but the style of the 221 series is far more attractive than the 223 the front is more aerodynamic and the Waganers bold design elements with the bold wheel arches way ahead,also the 221 has individuality not the corporate 223 look. The interior of the 221 is traditional and beautifully finished with a solid feel and that beautiful art deco clock is so so elegant I love the dual purpose of buttons as well as informat applications I don’t have to take my eyes off the road I know where the controls are so tactile. If you put a personal tag/number plate on the car the layman would be hard pressed to say which is the current model. So my W221 is the essence of traditional practical luxury
I'm definitely prejudiced towards it, but even if I could afford the new one I don't think I'd go for it. I feel Mercedes' interior and exterior design on their sedans peaked during this era.
Compared to something like the BMW 760i we drove, or even the BMW i7 M70 we had after this, yes. An S-Class is meant to be driven at a comfortable rate, it's why they start off in second gear instead of first. If you're flooring your S-Class at every green light you either own an AMG, which neither of these are, or you're dumb.
I wouldn't say so. My S-Class is seriously good. It's a fractional difference, yes the new one will be better but not enough for me to justify a 6x price difference.
@@PRNTestDrive The difference between 222 and 223 is pretty huge.. 221 is even older. NVH and ride comfort are the main components of a luxury vehicle.
Wife had a w221. Bought in 2008. Sold in 2012. Too many mechanical problems to mention. Moved wife to Lexus. Very pleased. Mercedes Benz: The best of nothing.
The earlier model years for the W221 weren't as reliable, it's why I went with the final year of production. Lexus does make some excellent vehicles though, although I can't remember the last time I saw an LS of and year.
Im sorry the W223 just doesn't do it for me i can't say it enough that vehicle is UGLY inside and out i can't find anything that i like about it and thats hard to say because i love the Mercedes brand even if i had the money to afford every generation S Class i would have stopped with the W222 which is a better designed vehicle than the W223 BTW the W223 looks ok going down the road but when its stationary and you open the door and see that ugly interior you say to yourself WTF was Mercedes thinking? Its sad that nowadays all most vehicles are a rolling screen looks like most of the thought goes into making the screens bigger and they just come up with some kind of lackluster design for then interior and exterior even the quality and reliability on the new vehicles have taken a back seat sometimes technology is a "Gift and a Curse"
That's why I won't buy a newer Mercedes, I think they've gone down a different path than I like. I'd love to get my hands on a W222 to feature on the channel, I always liked the interior/exterior of that generation.
The W221 looks old af.Looks like some 200's attempt at removing the mechanical experience. Probably because I have zero nostalgia or eexperience with these models.
w223 looks so awful, looks korean and completely lost the german presence of the previous generations. the touch screens are horrid and the build quality has tremendously gone down. it’s more about technology vs. craftsmanship/build quality.
The W221 is the most beautiful car ever produced by Mercedes IMHO. I'm looking at a 2011 S500 4.7L M278 engine with 200,000km on it but I can't just yet pull the trigger with the high mileage.....🥲
Definitely a high mileage model, but they do seem to last. Depends on the service history and overall condition, but then again lower mileage examples exist like mine. We just rolled over 106,XXX this past weekend.
I got a w221- 450 CDI AMG pack, very reliable and punchy, it is an awsome machine. Im clocking 320k km right now and all i got no problems at all. I love it!
Glad to hear it! The S 350 CDI was the only diesel available in the Canadian market, with the only 4XX model being the 400 hybrid. Glad to hear yours is working out great for you, I can only hope I can get the same type of life out of mine!
As a w220 owner. I’m still impressed by that old car. A 221 is the next logical choice.
I've always had a soft spot for the W220, I was considering them when searching for mine. If I had the space and budget I'd still buy one, a 2005 would be ideal!
@@PRNTestDrive The W220 gets a bit of a bad rap even though it’s a pretty solid car. I have an 03 so the update with the 5 speed. I’m pretty well versed in M112 and M113 engined cars but once I watched Daniel Kon and your videos I was confident in getting a 220. I only hope the W221 treats me as well
Me too.Seven happy years with W220,no troubles.
I currently own a W220 and looking for a W221
Bought my first S class - 2024 S580 fully loaded with many options. Love it! My second MB after the first being a 99 CLK320. Love that car as well and still looks like a new car.
Awesome car to upgrade to! I mean both are great, it's been a while since we featured a CLK.
I prefer the older S classes over the new W223. I own a 2010 W221 S63 AMG with the legendary M156. Even though it's not turbo, doesn't have the latest dual iPads, and has over 125k miles, it is the thrill of behind the wheel that is unmatchable. Raw V8 natural aspirated motor with some modifications and a open road with beautiful scenery is recipe for serentity. Now the maintenance, that is a different story, parts for an AMG vs Mercedes-Benz are on a different scale but the thrills behind driving this beast is pure bliss. Gas guzzler for sure but thrills per smile outweighs the miles per gallon. Quality of interior plus the fit and finish is precise. Good review on the W221 vs W223.
Absolutely, thanks for sharing! I'd love to experience the AMG versions of the W221 to see how it compares to my car. We recently talked about this with the new S 63 E Performance, this new AMG just doesn't seem to have the soul the older ones had: th-cam.com/video/xg0Lef8gqC8/w-d-xo.html
I have a W221 2011 Blue Efficiency, bought it with genuine 17500Km only. It looks more distinguishable, than the later W222 and W223, the protruding wheel body work makes it sooo elegant. All the latter S and E's look indistinguishable....
Exactly 💯
Hope it's working out great for you! I love driving mine, I try to get it out once a month to make sure everything is working properly.
W222 BEST S CLASS EVER MADE THUS FAR. I have a 2015 S63 AMG. Stage 2 with down pipes all blacked out on 22’ Black Brabus rims with full ppf🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Carbon kit on the way !!!!!!💯💯💯💯💯💯
Awesome car to own! We'd love to feature the W222 as we missed out on it when it was new on the press fleet. The AMGs are the way to go, with the S 65 being the ultimate S-Class.
The W140 would like a word lol Great video
I'd like a word with the W140 also! It's been far too long since I've driven one, would love to feature that chassis again on TestDrive.
W140 is the king. Love mine.
The 2011 s550 with the 5.5L naturally aspirated was bullet proof. Not as much power as this twin turbo but much cheaper to maintain.
It seemed like a solid option also.
The 2012 is just better all the way around man…
@@mizterblicky5569no way brother. Nothing beats a NA Merc V8.
@@ahmedxkhan, Exactly 💯
Been waiting for a new w221 video
We're looking for ideas on content, we've never really been the type of channel to just make a video for the sake of a video, always needs to be a reason. This one was a great way to get the W221 out, and one we've been planning to film since I bought the car. I don't get to drive it much but I'll be getting behind the wheel of it next week.
I have a 2007 s65 AMG with the M275 6.0L V12 and its incredible. I also have a new 2024 GLC 300 coupe with all the bells and whistles, and its nice but nothing like my W221
Nothing will ever be as nice as a V12, that's a beautiful machine you've got there. We'd love to feature one to see how it compares to my own.
Had w220 w221 and now w222 and w223 eventually
S Class is an S Class no matter what generation
The best or nothing.
Couldn't agree more! I've driven many of them now and they always impress.
Do the C-class comparison please!
We're going to see if M-B Canada adds another C-Class to the fleet. The C 43 they had was retired a little while ago, but ideally we'd want a regular C 300 for a proper apples-to-apples comparison. Now that we've put this one together we can show brands like Mercedes what we can do with our Retrospectives, and it'll hopefully open up some more opportunities for us.
W221 #1
Agreed! I love mine, as you can tell.
This is an excellent comparison. What I will say is most noticeable between the W221 and the following years leading up until most recent, is Mercedes Benz really focused on "luxury" and materials. Quality hides, woods, and comfort. The newest models are about Technology, and that's where the budget goes. There is more use of plastics, polymers, versus leathers. This is because customers wanted all the gadgets, which is a sign of the times. W221 models are a bargain today and represent great value if taken care of. Buy that, not the overpriced S-Class offered today.
Very true, we've noticed the same across the range of Mercedes models recently also. It's too bad that tech and large screens are what these brands are focusing on now.
I would take the w221
Great choice! I'm hoping to drive mine this week.
What about choosing the W222 S-Class over the W221?
w222 is the best one out of the 3 by far
Aside from us not having a W222 to compare to, it's still a vehicle I need to feature as I haven't driven one. I think the interior on it is superior to the new one, with a good mix of tech/screens and design elements. We're hopeful to find one to feature in the near future!
@@PRNTestDrive looking forward to the side by side comparison. :)
W221❤
It's the best!
i love w.221.as.well.minen is 2007 s350 with 27.000km on the clock..its still.fresh like new
That is pretty much band new! Is it just a weekend car for you?
S CLASSSSS.....
I have the 4.6l twin turbo in mine that I just purchased W221. With 59k
Very nice low mileage! Hope you get to enjoy it, congratulations on the purchase!
W221 best s-class ever
Absolutely is!
Out of every S Class generation the W221 is at the TOP of my list following right behind the W221 is the W222 as my second favorite and choice I HATE the W223 in every way possible to plainly put it it's just ugly especially in the interior the W223 design team FAILED miserably the W223 is a car that I looked at more than a few times and I still can't find anything that I like about it with the W222 and W221 you can clearly see that a lot of attention to detail was a priority when designing the W221 and the W222 all they did was throw a big screen in the W223 with a hideous interior and bland looking exterior the W221 is still my favorite bottom line
That's the problem with the newest generation, the interiors all look the same. A C-Class has the same basic interior, where as my 2013 S-Class and C-Class have completely different interiors, so when I get in either I feel the difference in class.
W223 is junk inside out
I know what you mean I have a W212 E Class and W221 S Class the design of both vehicles are night and day
I don’t know if I am prejudiced but the style of the 221 series is far more attractive than the 223 the front is more aerodynamic and the Waganers bold design elements with the bold wheel arches way ahead,also the 221 has individuality not the corporate 223 look. The interior of the 221 is traditional and beautifully finished with a solid feel and that beautiful art deco clock is so so elegant I love the dual purpose of buttons as well as informat applications I don’t have to take my eyes off the road I know where the controls are so tactile. If you put a personal tag/number plate on the car the layman would be hard pressed to say which is the current model. So my W221 is the essence of traditional practical luxury
I'm definitely prejudiced towards it, but even if I could afford the new one I don't think I'd go for it. I feel Mercedes' interior and exterior design on their sedans peaked during this era.
2006 s600 👌
Can't beat the V12! We'd love to feature one.
Did he really say it’s not fast lmao
Compared to something like the BMW 760i we drove, or even the BMW i7 M70 we had after this, yes. An S-Class is meant to be driven at a comfortable rate, it's why they start off in second gear instead of first. If you're flooring your S-Class at every green light you either own an AMG, which neither of these are, or you're dumb.
Please review W222
It's high on our list! Just looking for someone to provide one for us to feature.
Go with the 2013
That’s what we did and have no regrets!
The advat in the video is too much please reduce
advat?
Which S-Class should you buy?
A 2005/2006 *LS430* 😜
Ha!
NVH is night and day better in the newer models.
I wouldn't say so. My S-Class is seriously good. It's a fractional difference, yes the new one will be better but not enough for me to justify a 6x price difference.
@@PRNTestDrive The difference between 222 and 223 is pretty huge.. 221 is even older. NVH and ride comfort are the main components of a luxury vehicle.
way to much personal ownership bias. end of the day the new car for the win
Either one you go with you won’t be disappointed. It’s an S-Class after all.
Wife had a w221. Bought in 2008. Sold in 2012. Too many mechanical problems to mention. Moved wife to Lexus. Very pleased. Mercedes Benz: The best of nothing.
The earlier model years for the W221 weren't as reliable, it's why I went with the final year of production. Lexus does make some excellent vehicles though, although I can't remember the last time I saw an LS of and year.
Im sorry the W223 just doesn't do it for me i can't say it enough that vehicle is UGLY inside and out i can't find anything that i like about it and thats hard to say because i love the Mercedes brand even if i had the money to afford every generation S Class i would have stopped with the W222 which is a better designed vehicle than the W223 BTW the W223 looks ok going down the road but when its stationary and you open the door and see that ugly interior you say to yourself WTF was Mercedes thinking? Its sad that nowadays all most vehicles are a rolling screen looks like most of the thought goes into making the screens bigger and they just come up with some kind of lackluster design for then interior and exterior even the quality and reliability on the new vehicles have taken a back seat sometimes technology is a "Gift and a Curse"
That's why I won't buy a newer Mercedes, I think they've gone down a different path than I like. I'd love to get my hands on a W222 to feature on the channel, I always liked the interior/exterior of that generation.
The W221 looks old af.Looks like some 200's attempt at removing the mechanical experience.
Probably because I have zero nostalgia or eexperience with these models.
Fair enough! Everyone's got their opinion on it.
Your tripping bro
ignorance
w223 looks so awful, looks korean and completely lost the german presence of the previous generations. the touch screens are horrid and the build quality has tremendously gone down. it’s more about technology vs. craftsmanship/build quality.
Even as a Mercedes fan I just can't get excited about the current lineup of vehicles.
I am korean. Whats wrong with korean
@@박영일-m7c no offense to you but german cars have lost their aesthetics and look more like korean cars.
The W221 is the most beautiful car ever produced by Mercedes IMHO. I'm looking at a 2011 S500 4.7L M278 engine with 200,000km on it but I can't just yet pull the trigger with the high mileage.....🥲
Definitely a high mileage model, but they do seem to last. Depends on the service history and overall condition, but then again lower mileage examples exist like mine. We just rolled over 106,XXX this past weekend.