2027 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Release Date Update – The legendary Mercedes-AMG S65 nameplate, once defined by its twin-turbocharged V12 engine, has not returned for the 2027 model year. Trusted sources including Kelley Blue Book, Edmunds, Autoblog, and Car and Driver confirm no official plans or announcements for a new S65. Instead, Mercedes-Benz is focusing on the heavily refreshed 2027 S-Class sedan and its high-performance AMG counterpart, expected to carry the S63 badge.
For U.S. buyers seeking flagship luxury with AMG performance, the real story centers on the updated S-Class lineup arriving as 2027 models.
No Confirmed 2027 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG
The S65 AMG was the top V12 version of the S-Class, last offered around the 2019–2020 model years before Mercedes-AMG phased out the 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 in most applications. Recent reporting treats the S65 as a discontinued nameplate, with the last rear-wheel-drive V12 AMG S-Class models celebrated as end-of-era vehicles.
Current coverage of the 2027 S-Class and its AMG derivatives consistently references the S63 (or S 63) as the performance flagship. Spy photos and reports from early 2026 show prototypes of the refreshed AMG S 63 testing, featuring updates tied to the new S-Class platform rather than any V12 revival.
2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and AMG Release Timeline for the USA
The standard 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (S 500, S 580, and S 580e) debuted in January 2026 and is scheduled to reach U.S. dealerships in the second half of 2026—typically described as fall or Q3/Q4 2026—as a 2027 model year vehicle. Official Mercedes-Benz USA materials list Q3 2026 for the S 500 and S 580, with the plug-in hybrid S 580e following in Q4.
A more powerful AMG variant is expected to follow. Multiple outlets note that the high-performance AMG model (the S 63) will arrive later, with some projecting a second-half 2026 debut or early 2027 launch. Kelley Blue Book specifically stated that a more powerful AMG variant would follow “next year” relative to the January 2026 S-Class reveal. Spy testing of the 2027 Mercedes-AMG S 63 was already underway by late January 2026.
Exact U.S. on-sale timing for the AMG S 63 remains unconfirmed as of mid-2026 reporting, but it is widely expected to join the refreshed S-Class family during the 2027 model year.
What the 2027 S-Class Brings to U.S. Buyers?
Mercedes describes the 2027 S-Class as more than a typical mid-cycle refresh, with over 50 percent of the car (around 2,700 components) newly developed or updated. Key changes include a larger illuminated grille, illuminated hood star, revised Digital Light headlights, a new MB.OS software architecture with AI assistant capabilities, improved air suspension, standard rear-axle steering, and enhanced interior tech featuring larger displays.
Powertrains at launch include:
- S 500 4MATIC: updated 3.0-liter turbo inline-six mild-hybrid (approximately 442 hp)
- S 580 4MATIC: new flat-plane-crank 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid (530 hp)
- S 580e 4MATIC: plug-in hybrid version of the six-cylinder (combined 576 hp)
All feature 4MATIC all-wheel drive and a nine-speed automatic. Pricing for the base models starts in the mid-$110,000s to low-$130,000s range depending on the source and configuration, with final U.S. figures released closer to arrival.
Expected AMG S 63 Power and Positioning
The upcoming AMG S 63 is anticipated to use an evolved version of the new M177 Evo flat-plane-crank V8 (with larger turbos in some reports) rather than the previous complex plug-in hybrid setup in some markets. This shift prioritizes a more conventional high-performance feel while retaining mild-hybrid assistance. Exact output figures have not been finalized in public reports, but the model is expected to deliver significantly more power and torque than the standard S 580 while preserving the S-Class’s luxury focus.
U.S. availability of the AMG version will follow the core S-Class rollout, positioning it as the performance flagship for buyers who previously looked to the S65 or current S 63 E Performance.
What U.S. Shoppers Should Watch?
As of August 2026, the base 2027 S-Class is the confirmed near-term arrival. Prospective buyers interested in maximum AMG performance should monitor official Mercedes-Benz USA announcements and dealer allocations for the S 63. Pricing for the AMG model will almost certainly start well above the standard S 580, consistent with previous generations.
The absence of an S65 reflects Mercedes-AMG’s broader shift away from pure V12 powertrains in favor of advanced V8 mild-hybrids and dedicated electric performance models. For those seeking the ultimate combustion S-Class experience in the near term, the 2027 AMG S 63 remains the model to watch.
Stay tuned to official Mercedes-Benz channels and trusted automotive outlets for final pricing, exact horsepower figures, and U.S. delivery windows as they are confirmed.