Future models - Mercedes-Benz - S-Class - RangeBenz S-Class arrives just in time for ChristmasDecember delivery date for brand new Mercedes S-Class flagshipGalleryClick to see larger images 5 Jul 2013 By BARRY PARK THE first of Mercedes-Benz’s technology-laden, next-generation S-Class limousines is likely to arrive in Australia before the end of the year, the German luxury car-maker says. The restyled saloon – which replaces every single incandescent globe with a low-energy LED light – will arrive with three separate variants, including the diesel-engined S350 BlueTec, the V8-engined S500 and firebrand S63 AMG. However, versions not destined for Australian showrooms include the petrol-electric hybrid models that cut fuel use to about the same as a three-cylinder, petrol-engined Suzuki Alto hatchback. The hybrid models, which include S350 BlueTec and S400 BlueTec versions, and eventually a plug-in hybrid model, were under “no active consideration” for the Australian market, Mercedes-Benz Australia senior manager of corporate communications, David McCarthy, said from Canada where the international media has its first drive of the vehicle. The S350 BlueTec uses a 3.0-litre turbo diesel V6 that produces 190kW of power and a big 620Nm of torque, while using only 5.5L/100km and producing 146g/km of carbon dioxide. The S500 uses a 4.7-litre V8 producing a healthy 335kW of power and an even bigger well of 700Nm of torque, but using only 8.6L/100km and emitting 199g/km. It is also the fastest of the non-AMG-badged cars, sprinting from 0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds. The S63 AMG – yet to have its world debut and therefore still light on detail – is expected to use a twin-turbocharged version of Mercedes-Benz’s 5.5-litre V8. The first three S-Class models precede the arrival of another trio of variants – the long-wheelbase S600L, and S400 short- and long-wheelbase models – by mid-2014. The new S-Class resets the benchmarks for driver-assist technologies. This generation of the limousine includes a pair of forward-looking cameras scan the road ahead for bumps, and adjusts the air suspension on the fly. It’s also a more connected car, with its satellite navigation system integrating with Google Maps to provide real-world images of a destination rather than a pixellated, blocky render. Inside, buyers can expect the usual swathe of leather and wood trim, and even a perfume dispenser that automatically fills the cabin with a pleasant scent. The rear seatbelts include an integrated airbag that inflates in a crash, spreading the area over which the forces are spread and minimising injury to the wearer. Mercedes-Benz’s current S-Class range starts from $213,428 for the entry-level S350 BlueTec powered by a 3.0-litre turbo diesel V6 that averages a combined 7.0 litres per 100 kilometres. Read more2nd of July 2013 Benz pushes for tougher luxury car tax breakLower fuel-saving tax threshold will help everyone, German luxury brand saysAll future modelsAlfa Romeo Abarth Alpine Alpina Audi Aston Martin BMW Bentley Chery Brabham Chrysler Chevrolet Cupra Citroen DS Dodge Fiat Ferrari Foton Ford Great Wall FPV Haval GWM Honda Holden Hummer HSV Infiniti Hyundai Jaguar Isuzu Kia Jeep Land Rover Lamborghini Lexus LDV Mahindra Lotus Mazda Maserati Mercedes-AMG McLaren MG Mercedes-Benz Mitsubishi Mini Opel Nissan Peugeot Pagani Proton Porsche Renault Ram Rover Rolls-Royce Skoda Saab SsangYong Smart Suzuki Subaru Toyota Tesla Volvo Volkswagen S-Class pricing
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