After dazzling everyone with the prototype presented in Frankfurt in the second half of this year, Mercedes- Benz S Class Coupe is finally a reality. To occupy the hollow flag Mercedes CL as in the coupe segment and keeping the essence of all great two-door models of the star: a unique combination of elegance and sportiness.
Its proportions well contribute. Its silhouette is elongated beyond five meters (5.02), but with a height of only 1.41 meters contained. The nearly three-meter wheelbase allow no scarcities accommodate four passengers (the two rear seats are individual ) maintaining comfort levels equivalent to the representation sedan from which it derives .
The rear is very innovative
The only engine available initially will be the 4.6-liter V8 biturbo engine and 455 horsepower in the S 500 Coupe (which has not been provided performance data), but the range is wide and could accommodate future V12 and even the hybrid engine of the S sedan.
Its front design clearly meets the standards of Mercedes family with grilled ‘ diamond effect’ chrome rectangular elements we already know the CLA included. As exclusive detail, fog may optionally have 47 Swarovski crystals that will shape the day and the flashing lights.
The side view shows a glass area without the interruption of a B pillar and keeps the two characteristic folds of the S-Class. The defense is perhaps the most innovative area with a large horizontal beam connected by a chrome moulding and a lower zone with diffuser and tailpipes framed in a shiny black piece.
Swarovski Crystal Headlights
The interior is an evolution with some stunning sports interior tweaks S -Class sedan. The flyer called by Mercedes ‘Super Sport’ structure changes from two to three spokes and centre analogue dashboard clock also disappears. In addition, three specific colours of upholstery for the coupe, including the red ‘ flare ‘ photos.
His identification with the Class S is shown more clearly in the technological content it contains. Inherit, in the chapter on options, the Magic Body Control system with scanner surface suspensions prepared to meet the terrain obstacles. But, in addition, will have an additional function of active tilt will increase the comfort of the passengers in road curves. The frontal camera detects the curve before us face and in communication with the sensor body, this vehicle tilts up to 2.5 degrees to the inside of the turn.
The S Class Coupe will also feature a panoramic glass roof light and variable, as in the saloon may be ordered with a control knob infotainment system with ability to write on its surface, which is useful when entering addresses for the browser, for example.
The interior has a more sporty approach
As for safety, it includes advanced systems such as automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, cruise control with ‘stop and go’ feature and Active Steering, Night Vision Camera, alerting vehicles travelling behind us if it detects danger of scope by flashing emergency lights.
