Having owned a 2012 Model S for the last 3 months, and having driven a 2014 S550, I still love my Model S, and wouldn't do a straight swap if given the option.
If the Model S didn't exist, the S550 would definitely be my choice of car.
I must commend M-B on their interior though (in terms of leather and quality). Also I miss the safety/convenience features like Adaptive Cruise and Steering assist.
The argument about "Oh we don't need Adaptive Cruise" is bs. If it was there, it'd make the car so much better. Even if it was just for occasional times when your attention lapses, or for drafting behind trucks to conserve range. I would choose to retrofit it for sure.
If the Model S didn't exist, the S550 would definitely be my choice of car.
I must commend M-B on their interior though (in terms of leather and quality). Also I miss the safety/convenience features like Adaptive Cruise and Steering assist.
The argument about "Oh we don't need Adaptive Cruise" is bs. If it was there, it'd make the car so much better. Even if it was just for occasional times when your attention lapses, or for drafting behind trucks to conserve range. I would choose to retrofit it for sure.