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Mercedes S-Klasse Grand Edition Launched in Italy

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has unveiled a new jewel that adds the topping to its exclusivist range of vehicles. Celebrating its 125th birthday, and 60 years of manufacturing its most luxurious model, the S-Klasse Grand Edition completes the manufacturer’s “trophy” collection comprising the Elegance and Avantgarde.

The manufacturer decided to build 6,300 cars that were delivered to Italy, and another extra 385,000 units that are to be shipped worldwide. Mercedes says the S-Klasse Grand Edition has received some “birthday gifts” from AMG that gives the model a sportier yet elegant look.

The special edition has been gifted with an AMG styling and performance pack. AMG has given the S-Klasse a more aerodynamic design, by installing front and rear bumpers which are joined into one solid design statement by the AMG side skirts.

The 19” AMG alloy wheels come with 255/40 tires up front and 275/40 in the rear which are in a perfect harmony with the AMG brakes. When entering the “Admiral Ship” Grand Edition features like leather steering wheel, wood trim and stainless-steel sports pedals look like they belong, and life without them would seem pointless, it’s an addictive feeling transmitted by the Grand Edition. The anniversary edition S-Klasse edition includes two petrol and two diesel engine options.

The S250-Klasse CDI comes with a 4-cylinder Biturbo which puts out 204hp with a fuel consumption of 5.7/100. Another option is the V6 diesel BlueTEC producing 258hp and 620Nm which is engineered to be eco-friendly meeting the prescribed emission values for Euro6. Its bigger brothers have received a V6 petrol engine that will be installed on the S350-Klasse BlueEFFICIENCY putting out 306hp and a V8 of 4.6-liter which delivers 435hp.
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