Mercedes‑Benz S‑Class – The Apex of Luxury, Performance & Innovation

When only the best will do, the Mercedes‑Benz S‑Class stands in a class of its own. Iconic, opulent, and technologically advanced, it represents “Sonderklasse” — German for special class. If you want to experience automotive excellence, refined comfort, and cutting-edge features, the S‑Class is your destination.

🎯 Why the S‑Class Defines Luxury

• Uncompromising First Impression: With its bold chrome grille, DIGITAL LIGHT LED headlights, sculpted bodywork, and 19-inch alloy wheels, the S‑Class exudes elegance and presence on every road
• Crafted Comfort: From plush Nappa leather, genuine wood or carbon-fiber trims, illuminated “Mercedes-Benz” door sills to surround LED lighting, every detail is designed to impress.

🛋️ Cabin & Features – A Rolling Five-Star Suite

Once inside, expect surroundings worthy of a high-end hotel suite. Highlights include:

• Dual Screens & Rear Entertainment: A 12.8-inch OLED central infotainment touchscreen, a 12.3-inch driver cluster, and optional 11.6‑inch rear screens/MBUX tablets for rear-seat control
• Rear Comfort Suite: Electrically reclining seats, leg rests, calf massage, neck/shoulder heating, and even a front passenger seat that slides forward to increase rear legroom. Rear airbags inflate in ambient air to cushion passengers
• Tech-Rich Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, multiple USB‑C ports, dual wireless chargers (front/rear), 4G Wi‑Fi, remote air-conditioning, and Mercedes Me app functions (remote AC, lock/unlock, SOS, vehicle finder)
• Ultimate Climate & Ambience: Quad-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof, 64-colour ambient lighting, head-up display, massage seats, and Burmester 4D surround audio system for immersive experience

⚙️ Engine & Driving Experience – Power In Silence

The S‑Class offers a refined drivetrain range, delivering power and serenity in equal measure:

S 350d (Diesel Inline‑6)

• Engine: 3.0 L inline-6 turbodiesel producing ~282 bhp and ~600 Nm torque.
• Performance: 0‑100 km/h in ~6.0 sec, top speed ~250 km/h, fuel economy around 12.8 km/l ARAI-certified

S 450 4MATIC (Mild-Hybrid Petrol V6)

• Engine: 3.0 L turbocharged petrol inline-6 with mild hybrid assistance delivering approx. 367 bhp and 500 Nm torque.
• Drivetrain: 4MATIC all‑wheel drive and 9‑speed automatic for seamless acceleration and traction even in urban monsoons

Ultra Performance (AMG S 63 E Performance plug-in hybrid)

• Powertrain: 4.0 L twin‑turbo V8 with electric motor producing up to ~802 PS and ~1,430 Nm combined.
• 0‑100 km/h: Ultra‑quick ~3.2–3.5 seconds, top speed electronically limited to ~250 km/h (ex‑4MATIC tuned up to ~290 km/h with AMG Driver’s Package)

The Active Body Control / Magic Ride Control air suspension system scans the road ahead and auto‑adjusts damping for the smoothest ride imaginable—even over speed breakers and potholes

🔒 Safety & Driver Aids – Future‑Proven Protection

Safety reflects innovation in the S‑Class:

• 10 Airbags, including a novel front-center rear airbag.
• Level‑2 ADAS features: adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, active brake assist, steering assist, traffic sign recognition, and remote parking assistance.
• Cameras & Sensors: Over 20 sensors and cameras handle semi-autonomous functions and passenger monitoring – like auto raising sunblinds or interior lights based on gaze detection

💰 Pricing & Ownership – Reflecting Premium Value

India On-Road Prices – Mid‑2025 Estimates