YasS

Benz blogger has a short video of the car:

https://youtu.be/kxIgVT2W2vk

places

Thanks. I sped through it. Seems like the vast majority of the video is spent on the flashy tech. Would really like to see more on fit and finish. Noticed single stitching on the dash.

Streamliner

I must say that the “Executive” exterior styling is MUCH more appealing to me than the AMG Line and this white one is infinitely nicer looking than other, darker colored examples I have seen.

I like what appears to be a larger trunk and wonder what it looks like under the trunk floor.

I do not feel that the large screen in the center stack has been well incorporated into the interior. It looks to me, as though the whole interior had been designed without it and then it, along with the center air vents, were slapped in there at the last minute. I honestly believe that everything in the areas of the dash and the center console could have been designed SO much better. Where is Raymond Loewy when we need him? The use of what appears to be an abundance of high gloss, black plastic is a real turn-off, incredibly cheap looking and will be a nightmare to keep clean & scratch free, not to mention the touchscreen. The seats seem to be comfortable looking, but the interior, overall, does not appear to be warm and inviting, at least to me.

Wolfman

The center screen seems like a controversial design but all other designs such as the W222 have poor ergonomics for touch. Look great but lousy to use for touch. Easily evidenced on the GLE/GLS/E-Class/AMG GT 4 door, etc. The Tesla screens have poor ergonomics as well. The new S was supposed to designed for easy use while the arm is comfortably resting on the center armrest.

MBNUT1

Agree that it looks good in white. While it is different than the W222 and will take a little getting used to, it will sell and render the W222 outdated with time.

js_cls

I still prefer the AMG-Line, just has that extra bit of a sporty appearance I like. Sienna Brown looks great too, can't wait to see Macchiato Beige with the Designo Matte Wood trim. Nice that you can still control the center infotainment from the steering wheel.

ColeBlooded

I like the AMG line best.

js_cls

Agree, in black with AMG line this car looks amazing and classy. Found these photos on Instagram, sadly not available in higher quality, but still beautiful

MBNUT1

I agree that does look great. Mercedes never fails to make the S Class beautiful and elegant.

coolcamden

It is stately and elegant. Bravo.

YasS

Anyone else notice the orange and sequential turn signal taillights? Digital lights still missing though.

Sonic Boom

Since this “Executive” styling emphasizes the rear, it’s a shame it doesn’t have the exclusive trim such as the wood trim on back of front seats and wood trim on the upper part of center console in rear between the passengers. What a difference they make!

kafklatsch

I'm glad it has a following here in the forum as would be expected....
i dont like it and will pass....this is the "tweener" turtle for me...in a few years the "Class" will return in full glory... not just partial..
and if I havent switched loyalty, I will buy at that time

I dont like the common basic tail light shape.. Its like dozens of other cars... even a frigging entry level Toyota is similar... the elongated triangle pointed to the center... its everywhere in the industry..
the entire rear lacks "class"?!?!? to me..
dont like the plain bland dash.. especially the passenger side

the vents are butt fugley and not even symmetrical.. really??.. not even symtrical... i actually find this amusing

I dont like the after thought non-integrated displays... just like dozens of others that have placed a tablet about the steering wheel area... and the others "really were" a low cost add on.... but Benz???...
Ref: Any Car Company Inc (ACC Inc). - just stick it up there somewhere and let the programmers have it.. then well be close to the high end guys for about 10 bucks capital costs !!!...

In the dark with the fancy interior lights on.. heck.. it looks nice....but even my ancient w124 looks pretty good that way...

that GIANT area of "blank" plastic below the head lights takes away from the front end appearance

The grill doesn't stand out.. the trim around it is too thin... it says c-class.... not S...

My opinion only....i just wanted to see advancement into the new and yet unseen... the usual stuff from the S-class team ... thusly I'm bummed and stuck with the W222..

but again, there are some that have praise for it here ...which is good i guess...

Vegas Benz

just My opinion...
I have always liked luxury cars over sporty cars. When I was growing up Cadillac's were king. The Mercedes S-class in the 90's were VERY nice, but the newer style since about 2000 I liked even more. I rode in a few and liked the soft, cushiony ride, where many prefer a firmer, sporty ride. That's just me.
Now that I can afford one, I have to say from the pictures and videos of the 2021 sedan that I like it. I like the profile looking more level then wedge shaped. The rear is fine with me. The grill is "ok", but could use a few tweaks. I'm not artistic, I just know if I like something or not. For sure I think the clear plastic that holds the camera and stuff should be less obvious. I am mostly ok with the interior but I think the 2 dash screens should have some better finish surrounding them so they don't look like they are just placed there.
Anyway, I like it and hope to test drive one soon. .....but still no idea when they will be in the USA showrooms.

js_cls

More training cars, this one is Anthracite Blue on Sienna Brown

Vegas Benz

That looks great! I get to see a training S-Class tomorrow.

ColeBlooded

Nice color combo but the wheels look tiny. The 20s and 21s look way better.

Vegas Benz

I thought the same thing, but at least the tires fill the wheel well so I could deal with it, but I will probably order 20's.

chassis

Looks great. Just in time for tax refund checks to hit the account.

E55Greasemonkey

Saw one in person today. Pretty underwhelming. Looks like the 222 with A-class tail lights. The interior was ok, but the 222 looks more interesting inside. For a flagship model, the exterior is nothing but a blob, no "wow" factor.

MBNUT1

I suspect that guys who can afford it don't get tax refunds.

MBZFAN55

On a more positive note, especially considering I am an "AMG Line" buyer, I think the front of the pictured "Luxury Line" is much more appealing than the W222 version. However, I am still concerned about the overall similarity between the S, E & C classes. It's probably good for the C-Class buyers but not so good for the S-Class market. I get the feeling that members of this forum are trying hard to make the W223 more "wow" than it may actually be.

abhatti55

Demo car came through our dealer for a few hours yesterday. Very boring and disappointed by it. Cheaper materials are masked by an iPad screen, ambient lighting, and tacky 4D speaker grills everywhere. Interior fit and finish were definitely inferior to the new W222 S560 parked next to it. Glad I went to see it as I will be cancelling my order.

Streamliner

I am starting to feel that the W223 is nothing more than a “stop gap” vehicle to mark time while MB puts the huge push towards their EQS & other electric vehicles. They have obviously saved the excitement factor for the EQS and I am quite sure that they would MUCH prefer that former S Class customers go for an electric. They felt they needed to continue the S Class in the more traditional manner, at least for now, as they didn’t want all the old, traditional guys running over to BMW or Audi. When you look at what appears to be a true lackluster interior design and some odd exterior elements, you just have to wonder what their real motives are.

Sonic Boom

Perfectly put!!