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Revealed in September, the W223 is the latest and probably the greatest S-Class luxury sedan. Available from €94,540 in Europe where the base version is the S 350 d, the all-new model will arrive in the United States next spring from $109,800 for the S 500 4Matic with the Luxury Line visual package.
The S 580 4Matic kicks off at $116,300, customers can make it a little sportier with the AMG Line, and at the very top of the range, the Executive Line package is exclusive to the S 580 4Matic drivetrain at $131,450 excluding destination charge. On that note, let’s talk about the two engines on offer.
500 now means six cylinders arranged in a line and 3.0 liters of displacement for 429 horsepower and 384 pound-feet (520 Nm) of torque. Step up to the 580, and Mercedes treats you to eight cylinders and 4.0 liters for 496 horsepower and 516 pound-feet (700 Nm) of torque. Both engines are complemented by a 48-volt electrical system known as the EQ Boost.
“The what?” Look beyond the marketing mumbo-jumbo, and all there’s left is an integrated starter/generator that provides 184 pound-feet (250 Nm) as well as 21 horsepower in short bursts to improve acceleration and fuel efficiency. The cleverness of the W223 doesn’t end here, though. The AMG Line is available with a four-wheel steering system that turns the rear wheels up to 4.5 degrees while the Executive Line ups the ante to 10 degrees.
As for standard equipment, the second-generation MBUX infotainment system takes center stage with a 12.8-inch OLED touchscreen and the potential for up to five screens throughout the cabin. Advanced voice control, 50 percent more processing power, individual profiles, and biometric authentication are only a few of the standout features. Music lovers can go the extra mile with the Burmester 4D surround sound system that includes 30 speakers, eight resonators, and two amplifiers.
And finally, the W223 also pushes the envelope in terms of safety equipment. Available as an option for the S 580 4Matic Executive Line, the rear-passenger airbag and inflatable safety belts promise to reduce the impact on the head and neck area in the event of a frontal collision.
500 now means six cylinders arranged in a line and 3.0 liters of displacement for 429 horsepower and 384 pound-feet (520 Nm) of torque. Step up to the 580, and Mercedes treats you to eight cylinders and 4.0 liters for 496 horsepower and 516 pound-feet (700 Nm) of torque. Both engines are complemented by a 48-volt electrical system known as the EQ Boost.
“The what?” Look beyond the marketing mumbo-jumbo, and all there’s left is an integrated starter/generator that provides 184 pound-feet (250 Nm) as well as 21 horsepower in short bursts to improve acceleration and fuel efficiency. The cleverness of the W223 doesn’t end here, though. The AMG Line is available with a four-wheel steering system that turns the rear wheels up to 4.5 degrees while the Executive Line ups the ante to 10 degrees.
As for standard equipment, the second-generation MBUX infotainment system takes center stage with a 12.8-inch OLED touchscreen and the potential for up to five screens throughout the cabin. Advanced voice control, 50 percent more processing power, individual profiles, and biometric authentication are only a few of the standout features. Music lovers can go the extra mile with the Burmester 4D surround sound system that includes 30 speakers, eight resonators, and two amplifiers.
And finally, the W223 also pushes the envelope in terms of safety equipment. Available as an option for the S 580 4Matic Executive Line, the rear-passenger airbag and inflatable safety belts promise to reduce the impact on the head and neck area in the event of a frontal collision.
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