S400 hybrid
S400 hybrid
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I was wondering the same today when I noticed the model appearing at EPC. I don't know how long it typically takes after it appears on EPC, I would actually assume it would typically become available first and only then appear at EPC. At least many parts for new W221 features have appeared late on EPC.
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It has the most torque of any 8-cylinder model, including the S63 AMG, almost as much as the S600, giving it fantastic driving dynamics.
It has significantly better fuel economy than any gasoline model.
IMO, all things considered, it is by far the best S-class available. I only wish there would be a CL420 CDI.
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Mercedes will most likely cancel their V8 diesel in the next few years. A new more powerful and less thirsty diesel V6 with 280-300hp will take its place, or so rumor has it.
I can't see a S-Class diesel in the U.S. again, hybrid is the route to go at the top of the range. Diesel for the C, E, and SUVs IMO.
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I can't see a S-Class diesel in the U.S. again, hybrid is the route to go at the top of the range. Diesel for the C, E, and SUVs IMO.
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I was wondering the same today when I noticed the model appearing at EPC. I don't know how long it typically takes after it appears on EPC, I would actually assume it would typically become available first and only then appear at EPC. At least many parts for new W221 features have appeared late on EPC.
If it is in EPC it means that the car parts were ordered 6 months ago and that the cars are to be built any time soon.
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I would consider it a risk of confidential info flowing to the public and specifically competitors if EPC was consistently showing all parts for a new vehicle 6 months before it is released. Are we going to see the W212 parts within the next few days?
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Pilot production for S400 HYBRID components started
This battery winding machine at Johnson Controls Saft produces the batteries for the S400 HYBRID, and is presently in pilot production.
More: http://www.saftbatteries.com
More: http://www.saftbatteries.com
