Dr. Zetsche and the board members of the brands present during the press conference at the 66th International Motor Show (IAA) numerous world premieres. Experience the latest models from Mercedes-Benz and smart. With wonderful world premieres such as the new S-Class convertible
Mercedes-Benz & smart press conference
It couldn't be nicer - the new S-Class Cabriolet
Sportier than ever - the new C-Class Coupé
A star is coming back - at the IAA in Frankfurt, Mercedes-Benz is showing the sixth variant of the current S-Class and, at the same time, the first open luxury four-seater since 1971: the new S-Class Cabriolet. It offers a distinctive design, the cutting-edge technology of the S-Class and a comprehensive heat and wind protection concept including intelligent climate control for convertibles.
Like hardly any other vehicle, the open variant of the S-Class symbolizes the passion for individual and timelessly exclusive mobility. At the same time, the Mercedes-AMG S63 4MATIC Cabriolet will be presented at the fair in Frankfurt.
Mercedes-Benz is showing another world premiere with the sportiest version of the C-Class: the C-Class Coupé, which combines gripping design, modern luxury and agile sportiness. In addition to lightweight construction for less weight, powerful and efficient engines and excellent aerodynamics also contribute to this. Mercedes-Benz sets the pace in the aerodynamics discipline and offers the most aerodynamically efficient cars with the lowest cd values in almost all vehicle classes. For the new C-Class Coupé, it is 0,26. The new coupé will appear in December 2015. The AMG variant as the C 63 AMG Coupé promises to be the sportiest C-Class ever.
The new smart fortwo cabrio celebrates its world premiere at the IAA. Strictly speaking, the open two-seater is three cars in one: at the push of a button, the new smart fortwo cabrio changes from a closed two-seater to a car with a large folding sunroof to a convertible with a fully open top - by the way, the only real convertible in its vehicle class.
The Mercedes-Benz innovations at a glance:
As a third variant after the sedan and estate, the C-Class will also be available as a coupé in the future. After the trade fair premiere in September, the two-door car will be launched at the turn of the year. The coupé should be sporty, with a lower seating position, lower chassis and more direct steering. The interior of the coupé is strongly based on the sedan, as well as on the equipment and engines.
The S-Class Cabrio, with which Daimler is expanding its S-Class family, will be an eye-catcher at the Mercedes stand. Because for the first time since 1971, Mercedes is again offering a four-seater luxury convertible. Mercedes announces its new model as the "most comfortable convertible in the world". The five-meter vehicle is always driven by an eight-cylinder gasoline engine. A 500-liter biturbo with 4,7 kW / 335 hp is used in the S 455 Cabrio, which is coupled to an automatic nine-speed system. The open S-Class is also available in an AMG version as a sporty alternative. Then the 5,5-liter biturbo of the house tuner works under the long hood, bringing it to 430 kW / 585 hp.
Mercedes is also launching a high-performance version of the C-Class Coupé. Like the sedan, the Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupé is powered by a V8 biturbo gasoline engine. The 4,0 liter engine is available with either 350 kW / 476 PS or 375 kW / 510 PS in the model. The market launch takes place in March.
In addition to the emotional stars, the Stuttgart-based company is bringing two new models that appeal to a broader clientele: the lifted A-Class, which, along with a few visual changes, is now more comfortable. Thanks to a new entry-level gasoline engine (A160 with 75 kW / 102 PS), the compact is now cheaper, starting at 23.746 euros. As well as the GLC, which, unlike its angular predecessor GLK, nestles very well into the design language of the brand. The space in the interior has grown with the design change as well as the trunk volume. The engines - initially only three are available (125 kW / 170 PS to 155 kW / 211 PS) are up to 19 percent more economical, prices start at 44.506 euros.
For the first time, Daimler is now also offering the sporty AMG Line for a Mercedes van. The V-Class AMG Line includes, among other things, a tighter sports suspension that moves the van 1,5 centimeters closer to the road. A suspension with variable damping is optionally available. For example, a modified front apron with more distinctive air inlets and a rear apron with a diffuser look enhance the look more dynamically.