Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The Mercedes Benz S Class are a series of Full Size Luxury Cars and Coupes made by Mercedes Benz since 1972 it has a lot of tecnologies and security features its also the flagship car of Mercedes benz and the best-selling luxury sedan
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
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| Overview | |
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| Production | 1954–present (S-Class nomenclature adopted since 1972) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Full-size luxury car (F-segment)[1] |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 2-door coupé (1992–2021) |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class Mercedes-Benz SL-Class |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Mercedes-Benz W187 |
First generation (W116;1972)
[change | change source]| First generation | |
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Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL (W116) | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | W116 |
| Also called | 280S, 280SE, 280SEL, 350SE, 350SEL, 450SE, 450SEL, 300SD |
| Production | 1972–1980 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.8 L m110 I6 3.5 L M116 V8 4.5 L m117 V8 6.8 L M100 V8 3.0 L OM617 I5 turbodiesel |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual 4-speed manual |
The W116 was the first Gen of the S class it was made from 1972 to 1980 and was known for its safety features, including the first-ever anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Second Generation (W126/C126;1979)
[change | change source]| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | 260/280/300/380SE/SEL, 420/500/560SE/SEL/SEC, 300/350SD/SDL |
| Production | December 1979 – April 1992 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.6 L I6 2.8 L I6 3.0 L I6 3.8 L V8 4.2 L V8 5.0 L V8 5.6 L V8 3.0 L 5-cylinder turbodiesel 3.0 L 6-cylinder turbodiesel 3.5 L 6-cylinder turbodiesel |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed manual model_code = W126 (Sedan) C126 (Coupé) |
The W126 is famous for its reliability and advanced technology. It introduced many innovations like airbags and more powerful engines. This generation is considered one of the most reliable and durable models and it was produced from 1979 to 1992.
Third Generation (W140; 1991)
[change | change source]| Third generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | 300SE/SEL, 400/500/600SEL, 500/600SEC, 300SDL, 350SDL (1991–1993) S280/300/320/320L/420/420L/ 500/500L/600/600L (1993–1998) |
| Production | April 1991 – August 1998 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.8 L 145 kW (197 PS; 194 bhp) I6 3.2 L 170 kW (231 PS; 228 bhp) I6 4.2 L 205 kW (279 PS; 275 bhp) V8 5.0 L 240 kW (326 PS; 322 bhp) V8 6.0 L 300 kW (408 PS; 402 bhp) V12 M120 (1991–1993) 6.0 L 290 kW (394 PS; 389 bhp) V12 M120 (1993–1998) 3.0 L Turbodiesel 130 kW (177 PS; 175 bhp) I6 3.5 L Turbodiesel 110 kW (150 PS; 150 bhp) I6 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic 5-speed automatic 5-speed manual model_code = W140 (Sedan) C140 (Coupé) |
The W140 made from 1991 to 1998 introduced dual airbags and improved safety features, including traction control and electronic stability program (ESP). It was also the first S-Class to have automatic climate control.
Fourth generation (W220; 1998)
[change | change source]| Fourth generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | S280, S320, S320 CDI, S400 CDI, S350, S430, S500, S600, S55, S63, S65 |
| Production | August 1998 – July 2005 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive model_code = W220 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.8 L 150 kW (204 PS; 201 bhp) V6 3.2 L 165 kW (224 PS; 221 bhp) V6 3.2 L 145 kW (197 PS; 194 bhp) I6 diesel 3.7 L 180 kW (245 PS; 242 bhp) V6 4.0 L 180 kW (250 PS; 250 bhp) V8 diesel 4.0 L 190 kW (260 PS; 260 bhp) V8 diesel 4.3 L 205 kW (279 PS; 275 bhp) V8 5.0 L 225 kW (306 PS; 302 bhp) V8 5.4 L 370 kW (500 PS; 490 bhp) V8 5.8 L 270 kW (367 PS; 362 bhp) V12 5.5 L 370 kW (500 PS; 490 bhp) V12 6.3 L 330 kW (450 PS; 440 bhp) V12 6.0 L 450 kW (612 PS; 604 bhp) V12 |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic and 7-speed automatic (7G-Tronic) |
The W220 was made from 1998 to 2005 and marked a shift towards a more modern design and features such as air suspension for a smoother ride and advanced stability control. It also introduced new V8 and V12 engines.
Fifth Generation(W221;2005)
[change | change source]| Fifth generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Also called | S250 CDI, S300, S350 (BlueEFFICIENCY, BlueTEC), S400 HYBRID, S450, S550(500), S600, S320/S420 CDI, S63, S65 |
| Production | August 2005 – June 2013 |
| Model years | 2006–2013 (Worldwide) 2007–2013 (North America) |
| Designer | Gorden Wagener (2001) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive model_code = W221 |
| Related | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.1 L diesel 150 kW (204 PS; 201 bhp) I4 3.0 L diesel 190 kW (259 PS; 255 bhp) V6 |
| Transmission | 7-speed (5-speed on S65 & S600) automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 3,035 mm (119.5 in) LWB: 3,165 mm (124.6 in) |
The W221 made from 2005 to 2013 was known for its luxurious interior, more advanced technology, and improved fuel efficiency. It also introduced features such as lane-keeping assist and night vision.
Sixth generation (W222/C217/A217; 2013)
[change | change source]| Sixth generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | June 2013–September 2020 (W222) November 2014–August 2020 (C217/A217) |
| Model years | 2014–2020 (W222) 2015–2021 (C217/A217) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission | 7-speed 7G-Tronic / 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 3,035 mm (119.5 in) LWB: 3,165 mm (124.6 in) |
| Length | SWB: 5,116 mm (201.4 in) LWB: 5,248 mm (206.6 in)[2] |
| Width | 1,899 mm (74.8 in)[2] |
| Height | 1,496 mm (58.9 in)[2]
model_code = W222 (Sedan) C217 (Coupé) A217 (Cabriolet) |
The W222 that was made from 2013 to 2020 focused heavily on comfort and technology, offering features like adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, and a more powerful engine lineup. It was known for being one of the most luxurious and high-tech sedans of its time.
Seventh Generation (W223;2020)
[change | change source]| Seventh generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2020–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Transmission | 9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | SWB: 3,106 mm (122.3 in) LWB: 3,216 mm (126.6 in) |
| Length | SWB: 5,179 mm (203.9 in) LWB: 5,289 mm (208.2 in) |
| Width | 1,954 mm (76.9 in) |
| Height | 1,503 mm (59.2 in) model_code = W223 |
The W223 is the latest generation of the S-Class. It includes advanced driver assistance systems, such as active lane-keeping, automatic parking, and a new MBUX infotainment system. It also offers hybrid engine options for better fuel efficiency.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "cloudevo". Retrieved 11 March 2023.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Jonathon Ramsey (15 May 2013). "2014 Mercedes S-Class is ready for your plutocratic dollars". Autoblog. AOL. Archived from the original on 7 April 2019. Retrieved 16 May 2013.