2021 Mercedes-Benz S 500 4MATIC | High-tech Silver Metallic

Boasting spectacular levels of luxury and state-of-the-art technology, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz S-class sedan is the German company's flagship and a rolling statement of success. Although its storied history is partly responsible for that prestige, the latest generation looks to improve on its impressive predecessor in every way.

The new S-class has grander proportions, an even richer interior, innovative safety equipment, and some seriously futuristic features. The highlights include a 3D gauge cluster, a massive OLED touchscreen, rear-wheel steering for better maneuverability, and an active air suspension that makes cornering smoother and keeps passengers safer in the event of a collision. A pair of turbocharged powertrains and standard all-wheel drive should ensure that the 2021 S-class sedan can whisk you to business meetings or gala events on time, but its indulgent amenities and lounge-like back seat could be a reason to be fashionably late.

Inside, the new S-class receives a new design that prioritizes screens. Lots of them. The sedan is available with up to five, including a giant center touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. The latter works in concert with other technology to create a three-dimensional effect, but—thankfully—it can be turned off if you'd prefer the screens have a conventional appearance. There's also an enhanced head-up display that will show navigation directions in augmented reality. Basically, arrows move and turn in real-time to supposedly better assist the driver.

We expect the build quality and cabin materials to meet or exceed Mercedes' upscale standards, and we know the sedan will continue to provide limousine-like accommodations for all passengers, specifically those riding in the back. The new model's rear-seat area offers slightly increased headroom and legroom, and it can also be equipped with power-adjustable reclining seats that have massage functions and extensive heating elements. Along with being physically coddled, those in the back should be mentally entertained by the optional rear-seat entertainment system that adds two 11.6-inch screens on the front seatbacks as well as the interactive LED interior lighting.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Specifications:
▪ Length/width/height/wheelbase – 5,179/1,954/1,503/3,106 mm
▪ Length/width/height/wheelbase LWB – 5,289/1,954/1,503/3,216 mm
▪ Cargo volume – 550 litre

S 450 4MATIC
▪ Engine – 3.0-litre (2,999 cc), 6-cylinder in-line, turbo petrol
▪ Max output – 367 hp (270 kW) at 5,500-6,100 rpm
▪ Max torque – 500 Nm at 1,600-4,500 rpm
▪ Electric boost – 22 hp (16 kW)/250 Nm
▪ Transmission – 9-speed automatic, AWD
▪ 0-100 km/h – 5.1 seconds
▪ Top speed – 250 km/h
▪ Fuel consumption – 7.8-9.5 l/100km combined

S 500 4MATIC
▪ Engine – 3.0-litre (2,999 cc), 6-cylinder in-line, turbo petrol
▪ Max output – 435 hp (320 kW) at 5,900-6,100 rpm
▪ Max torque – 520 Nm at 1,800-5,500 rpm
▪ Electric boost – 22 hp (16 kW)/250 Nm
▪ Transmission – 9-speed automatic, AWD
▪ 0-100 km/h – 4.9 seconds
▪ Top speed – 250 km/h
▪ Fuel consumption – 8.0-9.5 l/100km combined

S 350d/S 350 4MATIC
▪ Engine – 2.9-litre (2,925 cc), 6-cylinder in-line, turbo diesel
▪ Max output – 286 hp (210 kW) at 3,400-4,600 rpm
▪ Max torque – 600 Nm at 1,200-3,200 rpm
▪ Transmission – 9-speed automatic, RWD/AWD
▪ 0-100 km/h (4MATIC) – 6.4 (6.2) seconds
▪ Top speed – 250 km/h
▪ Fuel consumption (4MATIC) – 6.4-7.7 (6.6-8.0) l/100km combined

S 400d 4MATIC
▪ Engine – 2.9-litre (2,925 cc), 6-cylinder in-line, turbo diesel
▪ Max output – 330 hp (243 kW) at 3,600-4,200 rpm
▪ Max torque – 700 Nm at 1,200-3,200 rpm
▪ Transmission – 9-speed automatic, AWD
▪ 0-100 km/h – 5.4 seconds
▪ Top speed – 250 km/h
▪ Fuel consumption – 6.7-8.0 l/100km combined

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▪ Footage location – Immendingen, Germany