The Mercedes-Benz S-Class - A limousine in a class of its own

The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class impresses with its unmistakable design and the latest technical innovations. With a clear focus on safety and maximum comfort, this extraordinary vehicle sets new standards. The extensive Facilities with advanced safety technologies and groundbreaking assistance systems makes the S-Class an incomparable experience for drivers and passengers.

When developing the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the focus was on the safety of the drivers and passengers. Numerous safety technologies and assistance systems have been integrated to achieve this goal. An outstanding example is the innovative DIGITAL LIGHT headlight technology. With over a million pixels per headlight, it offers optimal visibility and supports the assistance systems. The road is perfectly illuminated and important information can be projected directly onto the road.

All assistance systems are combined under the name Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive. These enable partially automated driving and offer situational support for the driver. A head-up display ensures that important information is always in view. The MBUX Augmented Reality displays virtual navigation icons to give drivers clear orientation. Traffic Sign Assist recognizes speed limits, no-overtaking zones and red traffic lights, and warns of wrong entrances.

A 360° camera system and an active parking assistant make parking easier, while a remote parking function via app enables safe parking without occupants.

Comfort plays just as important a role in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class as safety. Drivers and occupants are equally spoiled with comfort assistance systems.

The dashboard is displayed on a 3D screen and can be customized. A central 12,8-inch touchscreen in OLED-Quality allows intuitive operation of the various systems, including the air conditioning. Alternatively there is one Voice control available, which adapts to the preferences of the drivers and can think for themselves.

The seating position can be individually adjusted to the needs of the occupants. With a wide range of adjustment options and integrated air cushions, the S-Class offers maximum comfort. A 4-way lumbar support ensures a back-friendly position. Ten different massage programs help to prevent tension on long journeys. The ENERGIZING Coach suggests relaxation exercises and special comfort programs to drivers, which are calculated based on the duration of the journey.

A 4D surround sound system from Burmester delivers an impressive surround sound.

The air quality in the interior is constantly monitored by the ENERGIZING AIR CONTROL system. It automatically switches between fresh air supply and recirculated air and minimizes pollutants in the air.

The chassis of the S-Class can be individually adjusted and offers the choice between the driving modes Comfort and dynamics. The air suspension ensures excellent driving comfort even on uneven roads. The damping system adapts automatically to every situation and the level is regulated depending on the load. The rear-axle steering allows the steering angle to be adjusted between 4,5° and 10° so that the vehicle is both stable on the road and remains manoeuvrable and agile.

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is both as Limousine as well as a long version and has a 9-speed gearbox.

There are two different models to choose from for the petrol variants of the sedan and long-wheelbase version: the S 450 4MATIC and the S 500 4MATIC. The S 450 4MATIC offers 367 hp (270 kW), a displacement of 2.999 ccm and 6 cylinders. The S 500 4MATIC is equipped with 435 hp (320 kW), a displacement of 2.999 ccm and 6 cylinders.

There are three options for the diesel variants of the sedan and the long-wheelbase version: S 350 d 4MATIC, S 350 d and S 400 d 4MATIC. The S 350 d 4MATIC and the S 350 d each offer 286 hp (210 kW), a displacement of 2.925 ccm and 6 cylinders. The S 400 d 4MATIC has 330 hp (243 kW), a displacement of 2.925 ccm and 6 cylinders.

Depending on the model, the sedan accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in up to 4,9 seconds.

Fuel consumption varies by model. With the smaller petrol variants, consumption in the city is 11,6 - 11,1 l/100 km, extra-urban with 6,8 - 6,2 l/100 km and combined with 8,6 - 8 l/100 km specified. The smaller diesel variants consume 8,8 - 8,5 l/100 km in the city, 5,7 - 5,1 l/100 km outside of town and 6,8 - 6,3 l/100 km combined. With the larger diesel variants, consumption in the city is 8,9 - 8,6 l/100 km, extra-urban 5,8 - 5,1 l/100 km and combined 6,9 - 6,4 l/100 km. XNUMX km.

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan is around 5,18 m long and around 2,10 m wide (including the side mirrors). The height is about 1,50 m. The wheelbase measures 3,11 m and the turning circle is given as 12,50 m. The track width is 1,68 m at the front and 1,65 m at the rear.

The long version of the sedan is about 5,29 m long and about 2,11 m wide (with side mirrors). The height remains the same at around 1,50 m. The wheelbase is around 3,21 m and the turning circle is given as 12,80 m. The track width is approx. 1,69 m at the front and approx. 1,66 m at the rear.

The gross vehicle weight rating is 2.795 kg for the sedan and 2.820 kg for the long version. The maximum payload is 800 kg or 805 kg. The vehicle can be loaded with up to 100 kg and the luggage compartment volume is 550 L.

The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class sets the standard for luxurious and safe limousines at the highest level. With a variety of assistance systems and groundbreaking safety technologies, it supports drivers and passengers alike. It offers an incomparable driving experience. Prices for the short version start at EUR 108.635,10, while the long version is available from EUR 123.272,10.