Mercedes-Benz S-Class W223: Pre-Facelift or Facelift Parts?

Mercedes-Benz updates each model during its production run; this mid-life update is often called a facelift. For the W223 S-Class, Mercedes-Benz presented an extensive update on 29 January 2026 and says that more than 50 per cent of the car, around 2,700 components, is newly developed or re-engineered. So parts from earlier and updated cars can differ.

What the update changes, according to Mercedes-Benz. Outside: a larger illuminated grille, new DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps and newly designed tail lights. Inside: a redesigned instrument panel with the MBUX Superscreen, a new multifunction steering wheel, new door trims and a new centre console. Behind them: a new electrical and electronic architecture (MB.OS). Two parts can look almost the same and still have different mounting points, connectors or coding.

Why the year alone is not enough. A model year or registration date alone does not tell you which version a car is, and cars sold in different countries can differ.

How to check. Send us your VIN (chassis number) and, if you have it, the part number from the label on your old part, plus photos of the part from more than one side. We check the part against your VIN before you order.

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