Mercedes-Benz S Class Saloon

Introduction:

The glory the German Giant Mercedes-Benz enjoys is a result of the phenomenal innovations and technologies it gifts the world and this time it is with the reveal of its another successor christened as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. The car is a sumptuous sedan which was first introduced in 1972 and is presently running in its sixth generation with a more refined technology and streamlined body. The sumptuous sedan owing to its enchanting design and performance graphs is expected to gain a good business in the Sri Lankan markets.

Engine, mileage and variants:

The exquisite sedan comes with 6 equally desirable variants to choose from, out of which there are 3 engine variants namely- the S 350 BlueTEC, the S 400 Hybrid and the S 500 and their long-wheelbase variants. The most athletic and prompt S 500 variant of the sedan is poured in life by a V8, 4663cc BlueDIRECT petrol engine that is poured with refinement in the form of the technologies like direct petrol injection and two compact turbochargers with intercooling. This perfectly-engineered power-pump roars confidently with a power output of 335kW between 5250-5500 rpm and supplies a rumbling torque of 700Nm between 1800 to 3500 rpm. With these dynamic power values and in co-ordination with the ultra-responsive 7G-Tronic Plus transmission the engine allows the car to hasten from 0 to 100km/h of speed in mere 4.8 seconds. With this the most efficient 3.0-Litre V6 BlueTEC diesel engine of the S 350 variant of the car features a high fuel economy of 5.9 to 5.5 litres/100km.

Exterior:

A sedan is all about the elegance it features. Acknowledging the same the sumptuous sedan from Mercedes-Benz defines an all-new meaning of graciousness with its enchanting and purely functional exteriors. The slippery aerodynamics incorporated in the exteriors gives it a very low coefficient of friction, which reads from 0.24 to 0.27. The expressive three-dimensional radiator grille, eye shaped headlamps with LED and daytime running lights, the crowned Mercedes-Benz emblem on the tweaked front bonnet and the well contoured foglamp assembly gives the front appearance of the car a captivating and courtly look. The streamlined side profile of the car is further accentuated by the spectacular 20-inch alloy wheels. The particularly aerodynamic and wide look of the sedan is a conduct of its precise exterior dimensions, which read- 5116mm x 1899mm x 1496mm (L x W x H) and a long wheel base of 3035mm, for the standard wheelbase variants.

Interior:

High-quality materials blends harmoniously with advanced technology to buy you a solemnly pleasurable sense of comfort and luxury. The beautiful aesthetics in the form of the wooden trims that flows over the inlays, center console and the door panels further adds to the interior ambiance. The driver is poured with plenty of authority by the features like the solemnly ergonomic control panel with two large 31.2 centimeter TFT displays, precisely configured and illuminated infotainment system with a treasure of useful information and the leather-wrapped multifuctional steering wheel. The luxurious comfort of the car is a product of the leather attired large seats with front seats with Chauffeur package that enables the seat to be electrically moved forward by up to 77mm and temperature adjustment, Air-Balance package, Thermotronic automatic climate control, Panoramic Sunroof, 360 Camera assist, Sun Protection package and the Burmester High-End 3D Surround System. The cargo volume offered by the car's interior is 530 litres.

Safety, braking and miscellaneous:

Safety is a thing of great concern and being a Mercedes-Benz car the engineers have employed an extensive list of safety features to serve an optimum amount of safety to the passengers. The car contains Adaptive brake with Hold function, hill start assist, BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Control), ABS (Antilock Braking System), ASR ( Acceleration Skid Control), Mercedes-Benz Integral safety concept – Pre-Safe, attention assist plus, Parktronic for parking convenience, front, side and window airbags for front passengers and driver, 3-point seat belts with automatic comfort fit and Cruise control with Speedtronic variable speed limiter.

Verdict:

The solemnly aerodynamic design of the car, with the pumped-up dynamic capabilities and ultra-luxurious interiors yields the sedan a charm that is inevitably irresistible. However, the car accepts you to bear the high maintenance issue.