Mercedes-Benz India Launches S 350d Diesel, S 450 Petrol Saloons
Mercedes-Benz India has launched its new S 350d diesel and S 450 petrol saloons in the country on Monday (February 26).
The Mercedes-Benz S 350d is priced at Rs 1.33 crore, while the petrol version S 450 is priced at Rs 1.37 crore.
At the launch, Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India stated, “By launching the first ever ‘Made in India, for India’ BS VI car, we have set a benchmark among all car manufacturers to support the Government in mitigating the rising pollution levels in the country. With the introduction of the new diesel S 350 d and the petrol S 450, we are presenting our Indian customers the finest of offerings from our formidable product line-up and reinforce our motto of ‘The Best Keeps Leading’ for 2018.”
The new S-Class makes its debut with a completely redesigned generation of engines, intelligent assistance systems, and with sensory stimuli that captivate both body and soul.
The new S Class 350 d is India’s first BS VI compliant car. It comes equipped with in-line, 6-cylinder diesel engine that churns out 210kW of power and 600Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100km/hr in 6 seconds with a top speed of 250km/hr.
Although the output has increased noticeably compared to the preceding model, the new engine consumes up to six percent less fuel, claims the automaker.
The new S Class 450 features V6 petrol engine that churns out 270kW of power and 500Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0-100km/hr in 5.1 seconds with a top speed of 250km/hr.
The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class also features a raft of changes, both externally and internally. These include the latest generation of radar-based driving assistance systems, and enhanced comfort options via Rear Seat Comfort Package.
For the first time, in the new S-Class Mercedes-Benz India is introducing ambient lighting in 64 colors. When it comes to lighting, a total of 84 LEDs adorn the S-Class.
Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive is there for passengers' safety. The system is able to recognise hazards, provide timely warnings and even intervene autonomously when necessary – by performing braking maneuvers, for example. In this way, accidents can be prevented or the severity of accidents can be significantly reduced.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class first time offers a Driving Assistance Package in India. The key functions of this package include partially automated driving on highways. The Driving Assistance package also lends support when some other vehicle is in the blind spot of your car, for example during overtaking.
Some other new safety features include Active Distance Assist Distronic, Active Steering Assist, Active Braking Assist, and Blind Spot Assist.
The new S-Class comes with an advanced Panoramic sliding sunroof with an obstruction sensor. In addition, two electric roller sunblind provide shade for the occupants in strong sunlight.
It is fitted with a new multi-function steering wheel with ergonomic touch control buttons that allow intuitive control of most functions along with the integrated cruise control in the left-hand grip area.
The car has electrically operated roller sunblind for the rear glass and side windows that enable the passengers to shield themselves from direct sunshine and prying eyes without disturbing the outside view.
The vehicle interior can be fragranced to suit personal preference with the Air Balance package. There is a choice of six interior fragrances according to personal preference.
The new S-Class is fitted with the Thermotronic automatic climate control in the rear which means temperature and air distribution can be individually set for the left and right sides using a control panel on the rear of the center console.
A built-in smartphone integration system that allows integrating iPhones via Apple CarPlay as well as Android smartphones with Android Auto into the vehicle, and operating them by voice control.
There is also a provision for wireless mobile charging in the front and rear center arm rests. The new S-Class comes with Burmester surround sound system with 13 speakers, a 9-channel DSP amplifier and a total output of 590 W.
