The Face Lift S Class is FINALLY up at the MBUSA website!
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Yes it looks like they will push the S450 and S450 4matic as they appear to be the only two S Class cars one can do European Delivery with (atleast based on MBUSA website). One more indication of where MBUSA appearing to sell more S450s vs S560s.
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I'm sure the 450's will perform nicely, but in such a big, heavy car, I can't imagine not having a V8. And, there is something about the sound--even as muffled as it will be, the sound of a whining six in a big, luxury saloon just doesn't cut it for me. I don't care for the "clicking" sound of my current S550, but it's better than a V6 whine. I really hope the new engine in the S560 is more silent.
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i tell ya, boys - it is these interiours that drove me away from placing an order for a 18 s560 in favour of buying a 18 750. after driving s class cars for 25yrs, i left the s for the 7 as bimmer offered better, more interesting colours. i got my new 7 last month and couldn't be happier with it. love the navy blue/saddle combo - something i wanted in the s but benzo doesn't offer it. so off to bimmer i went. i looked at the new mbusa configurator that stream posted a few days back and my god that magma grey and espresso brown interiour looks so conflicted and so busy too when they add-in the porcelain headliner. really?! grey, brown and white. all mashed together. wtf?!
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I'm sure the 450's will perform nicely, but in such a big, heavy car, I can't imagine not having a V8. And, there is something about the sound--even as muffled as it will be, the sound of a whining six in a big, luxury saloon just doesn't cut it for me. I don't care for the "clicking" sound of my current S550, but it's better than a V6 whine. I really hope the new engine in the S560 is more silent.
2018 S450
2017 S550
...so the V6 is fast enough imo, for me at least. (2018 S560 is 0.3s faster than the 2017 S550, though).
As far as sound, I don't know about the V6, but the MotorTrend article indicated of the I6 in the S500 "Also cool: Unlike almost every V-6 ever built, inline-sixes sound great". So that's what I'm personally waiting for, if I get the W222 FL at all. As a bonus, the I6 S500 could be marginally faster than the S450.
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The problem is that the US S450 gets the old 3.0 V6 engine while the European models get the nice R6 (with EQ Boost).
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2017 S550 and 2018 S450 4matic are both specced at 4.8s 0-60:
2018 S450
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...so the V6 is fast enough imo, for me at least. (2018 S560 is 0.3s faster than the 2017 S550, though).
As far as sound, I don't know about the V6, but the MotorTrend article indicated of the I6 in the S500 "Also cool: Unlike almost every V-6 ever built, inline-sixes sound great". So that's what I'm personally waiting for, if I get the W222 FL at all. As a bonus, the I6 S500 could be marginally faster than the S450.
2018 S450
2017 S550
...so the V6 is fast enough imo, for me at least. (2018 S560 is 0.3s faster than the 2017 S550, though).
As far as sound, I don't know about the V6, but the MotorTrend article indicated of the I6 in the S500 "Also cool: Unlike almost every V-6 ever built, inline-sixes sound great". So that's what I'm personally waiting for, if I get the W222 FL at all. As a bonus, the I6 S500 could be marginally faster than the S450.
BTW, does anyone knows how much power will the s560e be producing?
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I know I've posted these photos before, but ajm0623 got me thinking again--and sulking! Why MB can't offer just ONE beautiful "saddle tan" interior like this BMW Individual "Tartufo Full Marino Leather," is just beyond me. It's classic, inviting and MUCH more practical than these "almost white" Beige interiors that MB can't seem to get enough of. THE NEW S will be offered with choices of SIX Beige combination interiors, but nothing even remotely similar to this exquisite option. Damn that's a beautiful color--not to mention some of the gorgeous BMW exterior colors. MB needs a new "Head of Aesthetics" in Germany. The current one just repeats themselves like a broken record and then, when they finally do come up with something new, it's that horrid "Mahogany" thing. Did they legalize pot in Germany?
This looks really great person.
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I found a thread on another forum that said autobild.de had indicated 558hp. I tried to look at autobild but don't know German and couldn't find the source page. If the 560e is offered with 4matic I would likely go that way, but since the 550e wasn't offered AWD I don't hold out much hope.
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Check out what the German Environment Minister thinks of Tesla: http://autoweek.com/article/green-ca...ehicle-germany
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As far as the German fellow's experience in getting range much less than advertised, I would guess that has alot to do with speed...if he routinely goes 100-120mph on autobahns, range suffers much more than would be the case with ICE. Tesla's website has a range calculator that lets you input temperature and speed (toward the bottom of this page)...at 50mph and 70 degrees a 75D gets 367 miles. But at 70mph it drops to just 250 miles. It is telling that the calculator doesn't let you input speeds greater than 70mph.
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I found a thread on another forum that said autobild.de had indicated 558hp. I tried to look at autobild but don't know German and couldn't find the source page. If the 560e is offered with 4matic I would likely go that way, but since the 550e wasn't offered AWD I don't hold out much hope.
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This just out this morning, about the upcoming Frankfurt Auto Show:
The Mercedes-Benz debuts range from the all-electric EQ-A, which is derived from the new A-class platform codenamed MFA2, to the wild Project 1 AMG hypercar that blends an actual Mercedes F1 hybrid powertrain with additional e-motors to deliver a combined output of more than 1000hp. Also on the agenda are a smart concept, a fuel-cell-equipped GLC, and an early facelift for both two-door S-class models.
The Mercedes-Benz debuts range from the all-electric EQ-A, which is derived from the new A-class platform codenamed MFA2, to the wild Project 1 AMG hypercar that blends an actual Mercedes F1 hybrid powertrain with additional e-motors to deliver a combined output of more than 1000hp. Also on the agenda are a smart concept, a fuel-cell-equipped GLC, and an early facelift for both two-door S-class models.
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Highly likely
Am currently having a Panamera 4S priced out for Nov. alllocation to see where it's coming in at. Price as optioned was $141k.
When you configure a Porsche you realize how many options Mercedes throws in, not just luxury options, but also in terms of tech. You simply get more for for less. And MB's tech is better.
Alcantara headliner alone for $2k? That's a freebie in the S-class with exclusive nappa.
The thing Porsche has going for is that my wife enjoys a smaller bodied car and perhaps the higher residual.
Am currently having a Panamera 4S priced out for Nov. alllocation to see where it's coming in at. Price as optioned was $141k.
When you configure a Porsche you realize how many options Mercedes throws in, not just luxury options, but also in terms of tech. You simply get more for for less. And MB's tech is better.
Alcantara headliner alone for $2k? That's a freebie in the S-class with exclusive nappa.
The thing Porsche has going for is that my wife enjoys a smaller bodied car and perhaps the higher residual.
The fact that the e-hybrid can drive 30 miles on electric alone and provide rocket like acceleration, if that’s what your into, only adds to the value proposition.
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From my perspective I find the Panamera to be quite a compelling option. It depends which one your comparing to the S-Class. I’ve spec’d out a 4 e-hybrid and it comes out a little less than a comparable S560 4matic. I’ve driven the 2018 and it’s faster and far more nimble than the S-Class. Also the ride is very compliant in comfort mode due not only to the multi chamber air suspension, but also the fact that it’s not running on lower side wall run flat tires.
The fact that the e-hybrid can drive 30 miles on electric alone and provide rocket like acceleration, if that’s what your into, only adds to the value proposition.
The fact that the e-hybrid can drive 30 miles on electric alone and provide rocket like acceleration, if that’s what your into, only adds to the value proposition.
I had to drive the Panamera 4S and it drove nice but it was anything but a rocket ship. Nothing like our SL for example. Just no torque like the TTV8
The e-hybrid clocks in at 4.4sec to 60 (w. Sport Chrono), the S560 at 4.6. In real terms this is almost a wash with both cars being AWD.
Not trying to complain; the new Panamera is a very fine car!
I am wondering how you equipped the S560; the base $100k Panamera is bare-bone. Forget about lane assist, nice audio or seats.
When spec'ing both cars roughly the same, the S560 came in at $126k vs the Panamera $141k. Actually the S-Class was bit better equipped.
What killed it for me was that we lease the cars as I like to change to upgraded tech every 2 or so years.
Porsche is known for horrible lease terms and the numbers proved it. Roughly $1000 more a month (with $11k down!) than the S-Class.
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It is a real 4 seater even for tall people but unless you get the LWB executive version, it needs to be compared to the SWB S-Class.
The biggest difference between the two is in the softness of seats/headrests.
Headrests are a million times better on the S-Class = comfy/luxurious. The Panamera headrest is more like the Teslas.
The seats are good on both but very different. Sporty bucket seats in the Porsche. Good fit but stiffer.
Panamera has 3 different seats (8/14/18 way).
But you can only get ventilation and massage function in the 14 way seats.
That alone will cost you $4500+ (freebee on the S).
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The Panamera is quite roomy front and rear, even headroom.
It is a real 4 seater even for tall people but unless you get the LWB executive version, it needs to be compared to the SWB S-Class.
The biggest difference between the two is in the softness of seats/headrests.
Headrests are a million times better on the S-Class = comfy/luxurious. The Panamera headrest is more like the Teslas.
The seats are good on both but very different. Sporty bucket seats in the Porsche. Good fit but stiffer.
Panamera has 3 different seats (8/14/18 way).
But you can only get ventilation and massage function in the 14 way seats.
That alone will cost you $4500+ (freebee on the S).
It is a real 4 seater even for tall people but unless you get the LWB executive version, it needs to be compared to the SWB S-Class.
The biggest difference between the two is in the softness of seats/headrests.
Headrests are a million times better on the S-Class = comfy/luxurious. The Panamera headrest is more like the Teslas.
The seats are good on both but very different. Sporty bucket seats in the Porsche. Good fit but stiffer.
Panamera has 3 different seats (8/14/18 way).
But you can only get ventilation and massage function in the 14 way seats.
That alone will cost you $4500+ (freebee on the S).
Also, given that each version comes as a coupe, cabrio and targa and there are many versions, it really is liking finding a needle in a haystack. Oh, then there is PDK and stick versions...
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Apart from that our Porsche dealer didn't have MY18 e-hydrids (and nobody else at the time since they weren't released a month ago), they worked hard to talk me out of the hybrids, perhaps apart from the turbo s e-hybrid for $200k.
I had to drive the Panamera 4S and it drove nice but it was anything but a rocket ship. Nothing like our SL for example. Just no torque like the TTV8
The e-hybrid clocks in at 4.4sec to 60 (w. Sport Chrono), the S560 at 4.6. In real terms this is almost a wash with both cars being AWD.
Not trying to complain; the new Panamera is a very fine car!
I am wondering how you equipped the S560; the base $100k Panamera is bare-bone. Forget about lane assist, nice audio or seats.
When spec'ing both cars roughly the same, the S560 came in at $126k vs the Panamera $141k. Actually the S-Class was bit better equipped.
What killed it for me was that we lease the cars as I like to change to upgraded tech every 2 or so years.
Porsche is known for horrible lease terms and the numbers proved it. Roughly $1000 more a month (with $11k down!) than the S-Class.
I had to drive the Panamera 4S and it drove nice but it was anything but a rocket ship. Nothing like our SL for example. Just no torque like the TTV8
The e-hybrid clocks in at 4.4sec to 60 (w. Sport Chrono), the S560 at 4.6. In real terms this is almost a wash with both cars being AWD.
Not trying to complain; the new Panamera is a very fine car!
I am wondering how you equipped the S560; the base $100k Panamera is bare-bone. Forget about lane assist, nice audio or seats.
When spec'ing both cars roughly the same, the S560 came in at $126k vs the Panamera $141k. Actually the S-Class was bit better equipped.
What killed it for me was that we lease the cars as I like to change to upgraded tech every 2 or so years.
Porsche is known for horrible lease terms and the numbers proved it. Roughly $1000 more a month (with $11k down!) than the S-Class.
You’re definitely correct on the leases. On any 4 series they max out at $117k regardless of what the final MSRP turns out to be. Crazy.
As far as torque is concerned that’s where the e-hybrid gets the jump on the 4S. Immediate torque off the line which I find more useful in day to day driving. The S550 is obviously no slouch in this area either and I’m sure even more so in your lighter SL.
As far as pricing I spec’d one out at about $125k. The major options I chose were the following; 14 way leather seating with massage and ventilation and heat, heated steering wheel, Dynamic LED Light System+, soft close doors, lane keeping assist, lane change assist, Adaptive Cruise w/InnoDrive (looks 1.8 miles ahead to adjust throttle, gear, and braking), Night Vision, Park assist, surround view cameras, thermal and noise insulated glass, Rear Axle Steering, Carbon interior trim, and Sport Chrono (standard on e-hybrid models).
If I wanted to stay with pure luxury I’d stay with the S-class. For sporty luxury in a 4 door, the Panamera. It should also be noted that the Panamera only seats 4 unless you go with the Turismo model.
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You’re definitely correct on the leases. On any 4 series they max out at $117k regardless of what the final MSRP turns out to be. Crazy.
As far as torque is concerned that’s where the e-hybrid gets the jump on the 4S. Immediate torque off the line which I find more useful in day to day driving. The S550 is obviously no slouch in this area either and I’m sure even more so in your lighter SL.
As far as pricing I spec’d one out at about $125k. The major options I chose were the following; 14 way leather seating with massage and ventilation and heat, heated steering wheel, Dynamic LED Light System+, soft close doors, lane keeping assist, lane change assist, Adaptive Cruise w/InnoDrive (looks 1.8 miles ahead to adjust throttle, gear, and braking), Night Vision, Park assist, surround view cameras, thermal and noise insulated glass, Rear Axle Steering, Carbon interior trim, and Sport Chrono (standard on e-hybrid models).
If I wanted to stay with pure luxury I’d stay with the S-class. For sporty luxury in a 4 door, the Panamera. It should also be noted that the Panamera only seats 4 unless you go with the Turismo model.
As far as torque is concerned that’s where the e-hybrid gets the jump on the 4S. Immediate torque off the line which I find more useful in day to day driving. The S550 is obviously no slouch in this area either and I’m sure even more so in your lighter SL.
As far as pricing I spec’d one out at about $125k. The major options I chose were the following; 14 way leather seating with massage and ventilation and heat, heated steering wheel, Dynamic LED Light System+, soft close doors, lane keeping assist, lane change assist, Adaptive Cruise w/InnoDrive (looks 1.8 miles ahead to adjust throttle, gear, and braking), Night Vision, Park assist, surround view cameras, thermal and noise insulated glass, Rear Axle Steering, Carbon interior trim, and Sport Chrono (standard on e-hybrid models).
If I wanted to stay with pure luxury I’d stay with the S-class. For sporty luxury in a 4 door, the Panamera. It should also be noted that the Panamera only seats 4 unless you go with the Turismo model.
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It is available on US models, I believe they just recently got approval. The model I test drove didn’t have it and no I didn’t drive the 2017. From what I was told they made the suspension softer in the newest version in the comfort mode to compete more with the S-Class and A8.
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I am sure a number of people are interested in this...
The big favorite here is the 450 models
Residuals - shown for 24/30/36 months - More or less the same as MY17
S450 61%/57%/53%
S450V4 61%/57%/53%
S560V4 56%/52%/48%
S63V4 49%/47%/46%
MF - non-discounted
S450 0.00095
S450V4 0.00095
S560V4 0.00127
S63V4 std.
The big favorite here is the 450 models
Residuals - shown for 24/30/36 months - More or less the same as MY17
S450 61%/57%/53%
S450V4 61%/57%/53%
S560V4 56%/52%/48%
S63V4 49%/47%/46%
MF - non-discounted
S450 0.00095
S450V4 0.00095
S560V4 0.00127
S63V4 std.
You have the new numbers? did you order one yet? trying to see when to get one in for dec
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Mercedes is really dumb at the moment. They are loading up dealers with S450's and limit S560 allocations. You will find very few S560's in the country and lots of them are the ruby black/mahogany combo which will not be a hot seller. These are forced allocations.
S450's are in low demand as many don't want a 6 cylinder in their S. Not sure what they are thinking. But you can get already full discounts on them and with low MF and high residual, it is one cheap car.
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