The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the flagship lineup by the brand that boasts superior luxuries, advanced technologies and powerful performance. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class series has been redesigned to make it more modern and attractive for the luxury car enthusiast across the globe.
Mercedes-Benz is offering a new model for the 2018 S-Class lineup, “the S450 sedan” which will feature the latest generation COMAND System and a new 3-spoke steering wheel. Coming with a redesigned front and rear fascia, updated headlights and new taillights, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan is bringing a lot of brand new features.
Here is a review of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan with a closer look at its new design, performance specifications, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The design of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan has been refreshed so that the sedan can have ideal proportions to be more athletic while still maintaining its majestic appeal. The exterior now has a chrome accented front and a longer nose, while the interior is designed to be more spacious and boasts advanced technologies.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class received plenty of design updates to bring it a fresher and improved look. The front hood of the vehicle has received many updates, including updates for headlights, air vent, front apron and a lot more.
The grille is wider with double chrome bars, while the air vents at the corners of the lower bumper have been resized to become taller. The look of the S-Class sedan is very athletic, thanks to its new wider stance and better proportions.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a new headlight design that includes the brand new triple-band LED Daytime Running Lamps for better visibility during daytime driving. The 18-inch twin 5-spoke wheels with All-Season Extended Mobility Tyres add a sense of sporty elegance to the vehicle.
The restyled side skirts now have a character line that runs all the way from the front wheels to the rear wheels to offer a striking new look. The rear of the vehicle has been redesigned as well to be in sync with the overall athletic appearance of the sedan.
The rear of the vehicle now has three-segment vertical taillights with “Stardust” technology and energy-efficient LEDs for a long-lasting impression.
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Interior
The cabin of the 2018 S-Class has been handcrafted to ensure that utmost attention is given to even the smallest of details for a truly luxurious experience. Advanced technologies and latest convenience features ensure that the driver and passengers are enjoying the ride at all times.
Hand-tailored and topstitched leather can be found all over the cabin along with real wood and aluminum accents to showcase the true class of the brand. The dashboard has a pair of 12.3-inch high-resolution screens with a reconfigurable display, one screen displaying vital information to the driver while the other serving the infotainment purpose.
At the front of the driver is a 3-spoke multifunctioning steering wheel that features controls for audio, Bluetooth, phone and a lot more. The center console features the latest generation COMAND (Cockpit Management and Data) System with an intuitive touchpad, multiple one-touch keys and a rotary knob.
The front has 16-way power adjustable seats with 4-way lumbar support, heating and memory settings. Introduced for the first time in a production car, the Energizing Comfort Control System coordinates with the dual-zone automatic climate control, ambient lighting and Air Balance Fragrance System for a truly amazing in-cabin experience.
The Burmester Surround Sound System with 13 high-quality speakers fills the cabin with pure digital surround sound for the most enjoyable in-cabin entertainment.
Performance of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan is available in three trim levels, which are S450, S560 and S560 4Matic. The 2018 S-Class is a rear-wheel drive sedan that is also available with (4Matic) all-wheel drive as an option.
The 2018 S450 trim is fitted with a 3.0-litre Biturbo V6 engine that is capable of producing 367 horsepower and 500Nm of torque. It can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 5.5 seconds and has a top speed of 250 Km/h.
The S560 and S560 4Matic trims are powered by a 4.0-litre Biturbo V8 engine that can generate 469 horsepower and 700Nm of torque. It can go from 0 to 100 Km/h in just 4.6 seconds and has a top speed of 250 Km/h.
Both of these engines are paired with the 9-speed automatic transmission and four driving modes (Comfort, ECO, Sport and Sport+).
The addition of the AIRMATIC suspension offers a well-balanced and comfortable ride while the Adaptive Damping System continuously optimizes the ride for a more controlled drive. The Torque Vectoring Brake technology and the advanced electromechanical power steering deliver a quick and responsive drive, especially while maneuvering at low speeds and for added stability.
Safety Features
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class houses latest active safety features along with driver assistance technologies for an effortless and secure drive. Some of the highlighting standard safety features include:
- Active Brake Assist
- Attention Assist
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Pre-Safe
- Rearview Camera
- Antilock Braking System
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Stability Program
- Aluminum and High-strength Steel Body Structure
- Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Magic Vision Control
The optional safety features include:
- Active Lane Keeping Assist
- Active Distance Assist DISTRONC
- Active Steering Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Active Parking Assist
- Surround View System
- Night View Assist Plus
Price of 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in the UAE
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class will be available in the UAE in the S450, S560 and S560 4Matic trim levels. The price of the 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class is expected to start from AED 440,000.
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