Sonic Boom

Thanks Wolfman, big help. Odd to see second half of page 4 with the “Offering Structure” blurred on this and the original pdf file. Seems it has some critical info

Wolfman

This is what happens when a dealer makes a 2MB file out of a 21MB PDF

MrMBenz1

Here’s a better copy of the chart, Sonic:

Streamliner

Make sure you REALLY look at Ruby Black in person, from all angles, in direct sunlight, in shade, etc. It is an amazing color that seemingly looks different all the time.

Streamliner

So, I wonder if some of those goodies in the Executive Line, will make it to the stand alone options list. I have absolutely zero use for the Executive rear seat or the rear seat touch screens, but might love the 10 degree rear axle steering.

paulpap

Even brought along a 800 lumen led flashlight to on site viewing and the sun was out and the dealer spotlights indoor were in play as well.

Sonic Boom

Many thanks MrMBenz1, you da man!

Now that that the German MB site is up, hopefully soon we’ll get English/US version soon.

JetRanger

Is there some reason that it is not possible to save this DOG (pdf) file? It only lets me save the link.

So, I just read the C&D write-up of the 2021 S-Class. It includes quite a bit of info on the hybrid model, equipped with the straight 6, and electric motor. Supposedly, it will have 60 miles of all-electric range. Impressive. I didn't see this hybrid (quasi Chevy Volt approach) model in the initial DOG. Is this model way, way out in future time? C&D said nothing about the heavy hybrid S-Class availability. If so, I'm gunna wait.

Can I assume a reasonably well equipped S-Class will drive off the Merc lot for roughly $200k MSRP? Hope they don't pull the G63 routine, and mark her up $50k+ above MSRP (so, all told a $250k+ drive off price), but I suppose they will, for at least the first 2 to 3 years.

Sonic Boom

If using Apple OS, there are a few ways. One way is to click “Print” then “share” to save.

paulpap

Did buy another 2020 Lunar Blue S-560 4-Matic today.

Lots of money out there to deal.

Sonic Boom

Could you please describe the color of the Ruby Black? Is it more dark (as the name implies) or more ruby/burgundy?
Because the W222 ruby color was very dark. At night it looked almost black. And during the day, only under direct sunlight, could you actually appreciate the ruby/burgundy color!
I’m leaning towards the Mojave Silver with Exclusive Sienna Brown, but could be swayed otherwise.

Wolfman

The S-Class will likely cost "just" a bit more than the ongoing model in the US. In Germany, the S-Class is 3000-5000 Euros more while offering more base features. Net, the new S-Class is supposed to be even a bit cheaper than before.
The S580e should be available in Q2, 21. Same timing for the E-ABC suspension.

JetRanger

So, net-net, a 'loaded to the gills' S580e in the US, drive-off-the-lot, all told, bottom line price, including sales tax, will maybe be $175k to $200k, plus any ADM over MSRP, similar to the cost of a 2021 G63 in the US?

Wolfman

No ADM on a S-Class (fools excluded). These cars are standard fare; just wait a few weeks longer if needed... I wouldn't think that MSRP is realistic. In the past we were to able negotiate a strong discount before new models came out and don't see that changing...

Although a much better car than the prior S550e and S560e, I think the S580e will have the same fate in the US of being a less desired low volume car sitting at dealerships. The S560e with within a $2-3k from a standard S560 4matic.
You can deck out a S560 to close to $160k but nobody in their right mind does and most of these sit between $120k to $140k on the high-end. The new S will play in the same field, give or take $10k.

$175-$200k is S63e territory, just like today... The S73 will land where the S65 used to be...

All of this is my opinion of course

PS. I don't include sales tax. That's not how cars are advertised and since 80+% of these are leased, the applicable sales tax portion varies dramatically by state

JetRanger

"...PS. I don't include sales tax. That's not how cars are advertised and since 80+% of these are leased, the applicable sales tax portion varies dramatically by state..."

I'm always amazed at this philosophy. Sales tax is a very real, hard cost, no different than the $'s the buyer pays for the vehicle itself.

Another hard cost is the EFW. Again, these are very real, actual $'s, and there's not a smidgeon of difference between the cost of EFW, and what the buyer pays for the equipped car. In general, a 7/100 Mercedes EFW runs about 10% the cost of the MSRP.

So, all told, for purposes of rough total cost estimation, I routinely add 20% to the MSRP, as equipped cost (10% sales tax in my state and county, plus another 10% for the EFW).

In the end, my rough total cost estimate is a bit higher than my actual drive-off-the-lot cost, as the EFW is less than 10% of the MSRP. In my case, when I write out the check, it's happily a bit less than planned. I see other car buyers in pain, when they see the actual drive-off-the-lot cost.If you don't believe me, try telling your salesman the additional costs of an optional EFW (if chosen), plus the mandatory sales tax, don't have to be included in your check. Guess what, you ain't gunna be driving that particular car off their lot!

Streamliner

Well, this is a new one for me: What is EFW?

Wolfman

Don't know this either? Extended warranty?

Wolfman

This is not a philosophy. It simply is a way to compare apples to apples. I come from Germany where VAT is 19% (non pandemic) and it is always included by default. This is country-wide and all costs can be easily compared.
In the US, sales tax is all over the place from no tax to above 11% on cars. On leases, some states assess sales tax only on the lease portion while others apply it to the sale price. As such the actual $ amount can vary significantly on the same cost vehicle.

Thus, for the purpose of discussing the price of these car on this forum, excluding sales tax makes more sense. Just like excluding individuals credit worthiness impacting the actual lease/financing rates. This may be different when discussing lease rates...

JetRanger

optional Mercedes EFW=Mercedes Extended Factory Warranty

BTW, every time I have ever purchased a new Mercedes vehicle, neither my checking account, nor my Mercedes salesman, gave a rip, other than my check had to cover the grand total cost of my new Merc, or that new car wasn’t leaving his lot.

Wolfman

And why would this matter to anyone?

JetRanger

because you said: “...PS. I don't include sales tax...”

OTOH, I do include the very real cost of sales tax in my estimate of the total out the door, drive off the lot cost of my new Merc. I guess it’s perfectly fine if other folks buying a new Mercedes (not leasing) choose to (temporarily) overlook this cost in their total cost estimate, but in the end, they’re gunna have to pay the piper!

Wolfman

No disagreement but for the purpose of general info to everyone on this forum (i.e. how it compares to the W222), sales tax is of no relevance. Nothing is advertised in the US with taxes included.
As such, it is generally understood by anyone in this country that taxes will be added to nearly everything you purchase.

JetRanger

“...it is generally understood by anyone in this country that taxes will be added to nearly everything you purchase...”

and yet at the same time, I’ve seen new car buyers in a near state of shock when the guy back in the finance department gives them the total bottomline figure their check needs to match to drive that new beautiful car off the lot.

I asked one of these back office guys about this, and he told me the biggest cost factor not accounted for prior to this last aspect of the car buying experience is sales tax, followed closely by their desire to purchase the EFW.

JetRanger

IMHO, I'm thinking the new S580e hybrid might be my choice. Motor1 had an excellent article on this car. They pointed out that the S580e is all about electric range, noting that on the European WLTP test cycle, the plug-in S-Class can reportedly drive up to 62 miles on battery power alone. That's more than twice the range of the previous S650e on the same WLTP scale. The new S580e's battery plant has more than twice the capacity of the one found in the old S650e. The S580e will have a 28.0 kWh battery, whereas the old S650e was only 13.5 kWh. Now OTOH, the Motor1 article said the US's EPA test loop will likely drop this expected range by 20 to 30%. This translates to 43 to 50 miles of all electric only range. I believe the battery capacity of my Chevy Volt was 16 kWh, with a range of 42 miles, which typically easily met my daily drive needs.

I'm trying to get in sync with the 'Green New Deal,' and just as fast as I can. The handwriting is on the wall, and cars are rapidly transitioning to electric. At some point in the future, carbon fuels will be passé. Who knows what the timeframe is, but I suspect this may occur perhaps faster than what we may currently think. We'll see.

I used to own a Chevy Volt, and I so dearly wish I had hung on to it. Of course, it goes without saying, in no way was my Volt in the same class as a beautiful Mercedes S580e will be, but I really loved not having to buy gas. I normally only went to the gas station maybe once every 6 weeks, or so, and even then I only topped off the Volt's 10 gallon tank, by adding about 2 or 3 gallons of gas.

Germancar1

Why in the world are you all debating taxes when they're different from state to state, country to country, even city to city. Makes absolutely no sense for a discussion about price or a forum with member from all over the world. People who buy a car and don't account for taxes when they go to buy are just beyond words. Clearly that isn't anyone here, or at least it shouldn't be anyone here. Taxes are irrelevant from one member to the next.

M