Updated Mercedes S-class: more luxury and power! Mercedes S-class: the upcoming restyling and a new engine The benchmark of the global automotive industry.

13.07.2019

Price: from 6,270,000 rubles.

The Shanghai Motor Show surprised all motorists with a restyled version of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 2017. New car got some new items in technical part Certainly the designs have changed. Well, let's discuss the car in more detail.

A car originally designed for rear passengers, but now there are short versions of cars that are designed for front passengers.

In 2013 at the exhibition in Hamburg was presented new body our all-time favorite S-Class. New car received an incredibly beautiful design, as you can see if you look at the photo. A similar design is now used on all Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

Design

The appearance of the car is just great, it looks stylish and menacing at the same time. When you see this model on the roads common use, immediately there is a feeling of respect. The manufacturer tried very hard and seriously changed the design compared to the previous generation.

The muzzle of the sedan has a slightly embossed hood, on which the company logo is located. Here applied large, stylish LED optics, between which there is a huge chrome grille. The massive bumper with smooth lines has two small air intakes with a chrome line. A similar line is still in the lower part, and it seems to connect the air intakes.

The profile of the sedan is distinguished by a deep stamping line at the top and bottom. wheel arches slightly swollen, but enough to maintain muscularity. Rear-view mirrors, of course, have a turn signal repeater. The window around has a chrome trim.

Behind everything is done quite simply, but at the same time it all looks chic. Stylish LED optics, a large trunk lid, which forms a small spoiler with its shape. The trunk lid also has a large chrome insert and of course the electric drive. The rear bumper is essentially simple, with only two small reflectors and two smartly inserted exhaust pipes.

Body dimensions, of course, also changed compared to the previous generation:

length - 5271 mm;
width - 1905 mm;
height - 1496 mm;
wheelbase - 3165 mm;
clearance - 130 mm.

The manufacturer also offers bodies such as coupe, convertible and elongated Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 Long version 2017-2018. Of course, they differ in size, but this is not so important.

Specifications

Type	Volume	Power	Torque	Overclocking	Max Speed	Number of cylinders
Diesel	2.9 l	249 HP	600 H*m	5.8 sec.	250 km/h	6
Diesel	2.9 l	340 HP	700 H*m	5.2 sec.	250 km/h	6
Petrol	3.0 l	367 HP	-	-	250 km/h	V6
Petrol	4.0 l	469 HP	700 H*m	4.6 sec.	250 km/h	V8

Machine received updated line power units, some motors remain the same, and some are completely new. Now the model is equipped with 5 motors in the line, after the list will expand.

Main weakest petrol version a volume of 3 liters produces 367 horses. It is a turbocharged V6 with direct injection that complies with Euro-6 standards. We can’t say anything more about this unit, since no data was presented.
Second benzie new motor will be installed by default on the system all-wheel drive. V-shaped 8 with a turbine produces 469 Horse power and as many as 700 units of torque, available almost from idle. less than 5 seconds and new sedan will already cross the mark of 100 km / h, and maximum speed electronically limited to 250 km/h. Fuel consumption - 12 liters in the city, this is a manufacturer's statement, in practice the figures may be different.
The simplest diesel unit The Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 is a 2.9 liter turbo 6-cylinder inline. Its potential of 249 horses allows the car to reach the first hundred in less than 6 seconds. This economical engine, consuming 7 liters of diesel fuel in urban mode.
Second similar engine differs little technically, but its power is greater - 340 horsepower. As a result, 5.2 to a hundred and exactly the same expense. Most likely this motor will be the most demanded among buyers.

All of these engines are paired with a fast 9-speed automatic transmission. The suspension has been redesigned and is now called Magic Body Control. This is the same pneuma, but with a more advanced scanning system pavement. Also chassis acquired the Curve system, which significantly reduces roll when cornering.

Interior

What's what and the interior of the car is just great, getting into it you seem to find yourself in the future. There is just a huge amount of space and simply gorgeous quality materials and build quality. Front mounted excellent leather seats with elktroregulirovki, memory, heating and ventilation.

The back row has everything the same as the front row, plus there is also a lot of space and there is a button that folds the seat. front passenger and pulls out the footrest. The back can only accommodate two people, and at the same time they have an armrest, with cup holders and various buttons for some functions.

Attention, the driver will have a 2-spoke steering wheel in his hands, which is sheathed both in leather and also in wood and aluminum. There are many buttons on the steering wheel to control multimedia. And it is electronically controlled. The instrument panel is a 12-inch display that can show the driver absolutely everything he wants.

The center console at the top also has a 12-inch touch screen, but it is already responsible for the multimedia system and navigation system. On the same screen, climate, massage, and so on are configured. Under the screen are 4 air deflectors and a stylish analog clock. Next, we can notice the buttons for adjusting the temperature of the separate climate control, the system automatic parking and various functions. The entire dash panel is sheathed in luxurious leather and is present a large number of tree.

The tunnel will please big amount wood and beggars for small things, there are also cup holders, but the most interesting thing is at the driver's hand. A huge number of buttons for multimedia Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2017-2018 W222, suspension settings, there is a phone and a puck. In the same area there is a puck to control the volume and much more.

The power trunk lid gives access to a luxurious luggage compartment with a volume of 510 liters. It's not a record, but it's enough.

Price

Of course such quality car cannot be cheap. IN this moment the regular sedan version is not sold in our country, but you can purchase the Long version.

The cheapest version has just great equipment, but you have to pay for it 6 270 000 rubles, it contains:

leather upholstery;
power seats with memory;
sign recognition system;
help start uphill;
climate control;
start-stop;
navigation system;
excellent audio system Bang Olufsen;
Cruise control;
light and rain sensor;
LED optics;
fog lights.

We can say only one thing, the Mercedes C-Class in the 222nd body is just a chic car, and now for one can say there is no such competitor as, because now it's just new level building car.

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It can be assumed with a high degree of certainty that most of the "face" commands that formatted the world and someone's fate came from the sofas of numerous versions of the S-Klasse. Of course, modern system voice control onboard systems does not recognize such orders, and this flagship is developing based on civilized people. The latest example is the sixth generation restyled Mercedes S-Klasse W222…

Which dictator, tell me, would take it into his head to use the ENERGIZING comfort control function with color visualization on the display, musical accompaniment and air aromatization? Personally, it’s hard for me to imagine such, and even distributing instructions like: “Now do “Comfort” for ten minutes, and after the meeting at which I cut off everyone’s heads, put on “Joy”! This is some kind of pop music on the verge of a circus… No, not pop music at all, but a rethinking of the modern S-Klasse client and his needs.

If yesterday any driver could manage the “six hundredth”, obediently nodding to commands from the second row, then by now a much more highly professional S-driver will be needed. Well versed in modern technologies, who has musical taste, and also understands that it is unethical to distract the boss with questions about his aesthetic preferences. Or, well, this ghostly and probably not cheap driver, and is it easier to drive yourself? Partly so, according to Mercedes. The owner of an S-Klasse as his pilot is practically the norm today ...

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Look into the eyes!

Adler, August, the bleached sun, trying to melt the once-Olympic asphalt and turn the sea into sour compote... Despite the black color traditional for the "eska", it is much more pleasant to examine the white copy. First of all, it doesn't burn your hands when you stroke the body panels of the W222, which, as you might expect, has not changed since 2013.

Exterior improvements, widely demonstrated at the Shanghai Motor Show, primarily affected the body kit and optics. The double cross bars of the radiator grille are no longer a symbol of the V12 version, they are available for all modifications. Updated at the bottom and front bumper due to chrome-plated transverse inserts.

But the optics, in particular the optional three-beam or three-torch, and even LED, immediately gives out a novelty. If not splurge on it with the system high beam ULTRA RANGE and four control processors will be almost the same, with only one powerful headlight LED and, of course, brand new DRL ribbons. It looks very nice, but something tells me that in the next generation, which will be released by 2019, LED headlight modules will easily be replaced by laser light.

At the back, the LED lights were given a "crystal" design, as well as a very nice "farewell flicker" function when the doors are closed. But all this is just a subtle and inconspicuous decor, in contrast to a pair of exhaust pipes integrated into the bumper. In the turbodiesel version, you can safely touch them even with your lips - they are fictitious. In gasoline - absolutely functional.

As usual, they supplement external changes wheel disks. Our version of the S450 has 18-inch tires, but the sleeker 20-spoke design fits the lower-profile tires as well. However, there are seven more disc design variations.

And the sun continues to bake, and I am once again convinced that the best and most stylish Mercedes for the south - of course, white, although there are thirteen more color options!

You can write a laudatory essay about the available interior color options, and arrange the available options in the form of a multi-volume poetic collection of works in gold binding. Official dealers learned them by heart a long time ago, and indeed S-Klasse is now sold separately from other models. And yet, there is something new. You think for the main passenger? Guess not: for the driver.

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backfill experiment

It is impossible not to notice the three-spoke steering wheel. Plump even for a large male hand, it is still comfortable, only its sharpening under the grip promoted by the automaker at “fifteen minutes to three” is not quite familiar.

The first thing that irritates is the inability to switch the paddle shifters of the 9G-TRONIC box with a classic steering grip. The second inconvenience is the control of the keys, levers and sensors that appeared on the right and left spokes. Hands must move down the rim to the center.

The mechanics of the left block controls the active cruise control, the “brains” of which have been updated for the new version. It works properly both on the old winding road from Adler to Krasnaya Polyana, and on the new one to Rosa Khutor, replete with brand new markings and much more straightened.

Everything in it, as it was before: distance control, acceleration, braking, work with road signs, control of keeping in the lane with steering. One thing only scared me - too zealous work with the brake when the car crossed a continuous marking line. And both left and right. In winter there, in Russia, as a rule, there is an icy roadside. Will the stabilization system and all-wheel drive cope with such a setup? big question. We already wrote about the fact that you can’t take your hands off the steering wheel when operating a semi-autopilot. It just goes into passive mode. But in fairness, I note that all the reactions of the system are not much different from those that we observed in the same Volvo.

But touch sensors on the Swedish steering wheel can not be found. Touching them to the right or left activates the pop-up menus for managing multimedia or the information block of the on-board computer. Swipe your finger to move the cursor to the desired line, pressing a completely stationary sensor activates the desired function.

Fast, beautiful, but doing all this on the go, without being distracted from the road, is almost impossible. If you can work with a mechanical key by touch, as, for example, with a rocker for switching motion modes near the Command joystick, then this will not work with a sensor.

Visual control is mandatory for him. And even though the car has a combined widescreen tidy with two 12.3-inch displays, doing it on the go is not easy. There is too much information on them, although its amount can be cut to a minimum by presets. The alternative is voice control.

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In general, the very idea of \u200b\u200bcombining the center console display and dashboard, of course, is beautiful, and makes the S-Klasse even cooler and more interesting, but it is hardly successful in terms of information perception by the driver. The lack of well-defined functional blocks that we are used to requires additional tension and focus.

However, there was one more nuance, because of which the “widescreen cinema” did not inspire me. The right hand on the steering wheel covers part of the multimedia display. The displayed card is truncated by about a quarter.

It seems not so much, but I didn’t want to philosophize with joysticks and select such a viewing angle at which it would not only be comfortable to sit, drive a car, but also collect all the devices in the field of view. With all my love for the interior of the former W221, I’m not at all a retrograde, but from Mercedes, especially from S-Klasse, I would like to be consistent in every little thing.

But still, this story with the display reminds me more of an experiment, a trial balloon before the release of a new generation of "eski", in which numerous fans of the model should become participants. By the way, a lot of pre-orders have already been made in Russia for this car, which is fantastic in its saturation with innovations.

Who can resist the Curve system, which will withstand the angle of the body in turns, or the road scanning system, which recognizes bumps and gives the command to correct work pendants. And before the new motors ...

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Six in a row and eight in the collapse

So far, no one discounts the familiar V-shaped three-liter gasoline "six" M-276 in the DE30 AL version. It is to her, 367-strong, that our S450 is equipped. But this is only for the time being, until a modular version of the in-line gasoline "six" appears.

For me, this turbocharged engine can exist for more than one year. True, in order to take advantage of the whole set of its qualities, the engine can sometimes be “twisted”. But such moments for all real life may not come. At least, they were definitely not on the Krasnopolyansk highway.

Claimed combined fuel consumption

But the brand new 469-horsepower V8 of the M176 series with a volume of 4.0 liters for the S 560 4MATIC version turned out to be surprisingly quieter than its younger brother. Just at that moment, I gave way to the driver's seat to a colleague and collapsed in the right rear seat. The fact that the engine is running, I immediately did not understand. You will not need any command voice in almost any of its rev ranges. Even the insinuating whisper of the boss will be heard - of course, if the gas pedal is not pressed to the floor. In this case, in the G8 biturbo with a torque of 700 Nm, a voice cuts through, but for a couple of seconds, while there is enough courage to keep the accelerator at its maximum tone. Yes, this is completely useless. Even half, even a third of the pedal travel. It needs just a touch, if not a light stroke, to revive a pair of turbochargers housed in the camber of the block. By the way, with such gentle handling, the electronics deactivate 4 cylinders in the center, saving fuel. How serious and real, the short Sochi test, unfortunately, did not show. The engine did not consume less than 18 liters in the mountains, but this is taking into account the switched on climate control and fairly frequent acceleration and deceleration.

In April 2017, at the Shanghai Auto Show, world premiere updated Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2018 (W222). Restyled version received a different design of the exterior and interior, while several new engines became available for the model, and its equipment became richer.

In Europe, sales of new items will begin in July, and Russian dealers german mark updated sedans will appear in August.

Exterior

From the pre-reform car Mercedes S-Class 2017-2018 model year differs not so much. From the front, it can be recognized by the enlarged air intakes in the front bumper and a different grille, which has three double horizontal slats.

The new S-Klasse W222 also received optics with three lines of curved running lights(there used to be one). At the same time, all lighting equipment is diode in the database. The swift profile of the sedan immediately makes it clear that we have a car with a sporty character.

Even at rest restyled Mercedes-Benz The 2017 S-Class looks dynamic and smart. The designers managed to achieve this by alternating concave surfaces and smooth edges. The window sill line here does not rise up, but, on the contrary, goes down to the stern, the windows received a stylish chrome trim.

The stern of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 222 sedan received a modified bumper and an adjusted shape of the taillights. The 4-door rims of a new design complete the look.

Salon

The interior of the S-class in the new V222 body after restyling has changed slightly. The Germans added several trim options with wooden inserts and installed a new multifunction steering wheel with a two-spoke design in the cabin, in the center of which a large brand logo flaunts.

The steering wheel trimmed with Nappa leather has touch buttons with the same functionality as a smartphone, which means that from now on the driver can control the multimedia system by keeping his hands on the steering wheel, which is not only convenient, but also safer.

Dashboard and multimedia system The 2017 S-Class gets new screens that visually look like one large display. This solution is also used on the pre-reform machine, but now the screens are additionally placed under a single protective glass, so now they look even more harmonious, forming a completely digital cockpit.

You can control the multimedia functions in the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2018 both through the touchpad and using the voice command system. It should be noted that the screen of the entertainment complex itself has three display modes: Classic, Sport and Progressive.

For the restyled version of the model, the Energizing Comfort system became available, which can influence the mood of people in the cabin with the help of special climate control and massage settings, as well as playing this or that music. In addition, the sedan was equipped with atmospheric LED backlight with 64 different colors.

Characteristics

In the process of restyling dimensions Mercedes S-class 2017-2018 have not changed. The sedan still reaches a length, width and height of 5116, 1899 and 1496 mm, respectively. Wheelbase model is 3,035 millimeters.

The base power unit of the car is a 3.0-liter diesel "six", available in two versions. In the S 350 d modification, such a diesel engine develops 249 hp, and on the S 400 d version - already 340 hp. More powerful version The S 450 is equipped with a new inline six-cylinder gasoline engine at 367 hp

You can order the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 222 with a 4.0-liter petrol V8 biturbo. On the S 560 sedan, this unit produces 469 hp, and on the "charged" modification of the AMG S 63, its performance reaches 612 "horses". All engines are paired with a non-alternative nine-speed automatic.

It is also worth noting that the S 450 variant is the only version of the model that can be ordered with both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive - all other modifications come exclusively with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.

The interior of the updated S-Class has another steering wheel- it is now three-spoke, and this is the most noticeable change to the eye. As before, two 12.3-inch displays are installed in the car, which are now under one glass. The S-Class also has an Energizing Comfort system that regulates the operation of interior lighting, climate control, fragrance, audio system, massage control and heated seats. The complex has 6 preset programs lasting 10 minutes, each of which should create a certain mood among passengers. For short base there are two configurations of the back row, for a long one - at least five. IN top version the back of the rear passenger seat can recline by 43.5 degrees, the seat itself is equipped new system massage, ventilation and heating. The latter is equipped not only with the steering wheel and seats, but even with armrests and panels on the doors. For comfort in the maximum elongated versions, an ottoman chair located behind the right front seat is responsible. The musical accompaniment in the database is represented by ten speakers with a new approach with the placement of subwoofers in the front of the car. Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound is available for an additional fee. The optional comfort lighting in 64 colors completes the luxury.

Updated sixth Mercedes-Benz generation S-Class 2018-2019 model year offers on Russian market a wide range of petrol and diesel modifications. New engines appeared in the range of the model. First of all, this is an in-line 6-cylinder turbodiesel with a volume of 2.9 liters, and the power of the initial version of the S 350 d for Russia has been reduced from 286 hp. to tax-friendly 249 hp. The return of the motor of a more powerful modification of the S 400 d is 340 hp. A new V8 4.0 petrol biturbo engine also appeared, which replaced the old 4.7 and 5.5 liter engines. It is installed on the S 560 (469 hp) and AMG S 63 (612 hp) versions. The flagship S 600 and AMG S 65 with rear-wheel drive are still equipped with 6.0 V12 biturbo engines delivering 530 and 630 hp. The initial version of the S 450 (3.0 V6, 367 hp) offers a choice of 4Matic all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and a 9-speed automatic box gears. Offered on the Russian market diesel versions, as well as the S 560 have all-wheel drive. And the Mercedes-AMG S 63 sedan got a completely new all-wheel drive transmission AMG 4MATIC+ with front wheel coupling.

Technically, the sixth generation S-Class is a redesigned W221 (2005-2013). The main changes include a modernized power structure of the body, in which the share aluminum elements increased to 50%. The air struts inherited from the predecessor have been modernized - after all, this car is equipped by default with an independent multi-link air suspension. Following the S-class coupe, the updated sedan, equipped with an active hydraulic spring suspension Magic Body Control (optional), has acquired an anti-roll mode when cornering: hydraulic supports counteract roll, tilting the body not outward, but inward, like a motorcycle. According to the manufacturer, this provides additional comfort for the driver and passengers, who tilt less to the side. The wheelbase in the Long version is 3165 mm. Vehicle dimensions: 5255 mm (length) x 1905 mm (width) x 1496 mm (height). luggage compartment has a volume of 510-530 liters.

The high level of safety of the sixth generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class is provided by a variety of systems, the composition of which is determined by the modern concept of Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive. The main innovation in the list of options is an autopilot that meets the third class of autonomy: the sedan will be able to move along the highway within the same lane without the participation of the driver, change speed according to road signs and slow down before more slow cars. The list of actions available to him includes rebuilding (you just need to turn on the “turn signal” in the right direction), acceleration, deceleration in front of other cars and obstacles, including based on the data of the navigator, and not just the current situation. There is also a parking assistant, which can be controlled from a smartphone. The crosswind control system helps the driver to keep the lane in strong gusts of wind, significantly improving directional stability.

As part of the Shanghai Motor Show 2017, a restyled Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 is presented, which is preparing to arrive at dealers in Europe in July. The updated flagship Mercedes takes another step towards fully autonomous driving, while setting new standards for interior quality.

Among the many improvements to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2018, we highlight absolutely new choice efficient engines with a number of interesting electrical technologies. IN new S-Class Efficiency and autonomous driving go hand in hand with Intelligent Drive autonomous driving.

Aesthetics Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2018 at the highest level: in modifications with the V6, a new radiator grille with three double sections, as well as a vertical glossy stripe in the center, is installed. Model with long wheelbase and V12 engine additional chrome elements. For Maybach versions new logo. The LED headlights have also changed, new LED rear lights. The sedan has a more expressive front bumper with pronounced air intakes and sporty accents - we can safely say that now even the regular S-Class looks as aggressive as the AMG versions. At the rear, all modifications have an improved lower bumper with integrated exhaust pipes in a diffuser. The exhaust pipes themselves are framed in chrome, like other elements. rear bumper. Buyers restyling Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222 will be available with seven new wheel options ranging from 17- to 20-inch diameters.

The interior of the luxury sedan has two new displays with high resolution, each with a 12.3-inch screen diagonal. Two displays are in the same plane under one layer of glass protective coating, emphasizing the horizontal orientation interior design. The steering wheel has new touch controls that allow you to operate the infotainment system without taking your hands off the wheel. Also from the steering wheel it became possible to control the cruise control and the DISTRONIC function.

New color combinations have appeared in the interior trim: as always, a lot of high-quality leather, natural wood, aluminum and chrome. All S-class models from the start with the KEYLESS-Start function. After restyling, a new generation of keys with glossy black or white patterns in various decorative cases is introduced for the model.

The next innovation is the Energizing Comfort Control system, for the first time in stock car. It unites in one environment various systems sedan comfort, allowing you to control the functions of climate control (including aromatization), seats (massage, heating, cooling, etc.), glass heating, lighting and musical atmosphere in order to adapt the cabin space according to the mood and wishes of the owner. The driver can choose from six preset programs: Freshness, Warmth, Vitality, Joy, Comfort and Training.

In terms of powertrains, the Mercedes-Benz S 560 4MATIC stands out. This version has a new V8 biturbo engine with a capacity of 469 hp. and 700 Nm of torque. Mercedes claims it's one of the world's most fuel-efficient V8 petrol engines, averaging 10% less fuel than its predecessor. To reduce fuel consumption, four of the eight V8 cylinders are deactivated at low load thanks to the CAMTRONIC system.

In the diesel range, the new S 350d 4MATIC and S 400d 4MATIC with 286 hp. / 600 Nm and 340 hp / 700 Nm respectively. First average consumption fuel is 5.5 liters per 100 kilometers, with emissions of 145 g of CO2 per kilometer. The more powerful variant consumes an average of 5.6 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, while emitting 147 grams of CO2 per kilometer. Both versions use the same new 3.0-liter inline-six engine designed to meet the new RDE emissions legislation.

Mercedes plans others power units for the S-Class, including in-line six-cylinder petrol engines, as well as a plug-in hybrid with an electric range of 50 km. Electric support compressor appeared in the car right level tire pressure and a 48-volt starter-alternator.

As it was said at the beginning, updated Mercedes-Benz The S-Class has taken a big step towards fully autonomous driving, taking the Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive system to a whole new level. The executive sedan is able to independently move along the highway, change lanes, overtake, “communicate” with other cars in the stream and road infrastructure. Electronics facelifted S-Class is able to help the driver avoid a collision by turning the steering wheel in the right side with unsuccessful human attempts. Parking a car in a garage or on the street is now possible without being in it, controlling the process from a smartphone thanks to the Remote Parking Assist function.

As for other improvements over the pre-facelifted sedan, the facelifted S-Class is now equipped with a body tilt system during inside rotation by 2.65% to reduce the impact centrifugal force. Also have new feature wireless charging, concierge service, redesigned 1520W Burmester 3D surround sound system and more.

Now a little about Mercedes-AMG S 63 4MATIC+ and S 65. Here the old 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine gives way to a new 4.0-litre V8 biturbo with half-cylinder deactivation. It develops 612 hp. in the S63 version (plus 27 hp compared to the old version) and accelerates the car to a hundred in just 3.5 seconds. In addition, the old seven-speed gearbox is being replaced by the new AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT nine-speed sports transmission, which works in conjunction with the all-wheel drive system. AMG drive Performance 4MATIC+.

The 2018 rear-wheel-drive flagship Mercedes-AMG S65 receives visual upgrades to highlight its superiority, while its 6.0-litre V12 biturbo engine retains its previous 630bhp output. and maximum torque of 1,000 Nm.

The high-performance AMG versions are additionally equipped with exhaust system AMG Performance with adjustable sound, specially designed suspension for maximum lateral and longitudinal dynamics, etc. In versions Mercedes-AMG S-Class a speed-sensitive steering wheel is installed, a high-performance braking system (weight is reduced by up to 20%) and a simplified launch of the RACE START function, when the driver just needs to press the brake pedal hard and then fully depress the gas pedal.

Styling-wise, the Mercedes-AMG S63 4MATIC+ and S65 versions are easily identified by redesigned LED headlights and a redesigned front apron. The S63 is equipped with 19" alloy wheels, while the S65 has 20-inch, 16-spoke wheels. At the rear is a different diffuser with twin tailpipes. Inside sports seats AMG, 3-spoke Performance steering wheel with gearshift paddles and extended AMG menu in on-board computer, which displays engine and transmission oil temperatures, lateral and longitudinal acceleration, engine power and torque, boost pressure, tire temperature and pressure, and current vehicle settings.

For owners of the Mercedes-AMG S63 4MATIC+ and S65, many options will be available from AMG Performance Studio. For example, the exterior can be customized with the Night package, custom wheels or the Carbon package. Inside, black nappa leather, Performance microfiber steering wheel and carbon fiber trim.