MERCEDES-BENZ Australia/Pacific has delivered on its promise to broaden it native S-Class line-up by 12 months’s finish, this week revealing the important thing specs and pricing for the high-end S580 L 4Matic in addition to the flagship Maybach S680 4Matic.
As a consequence of arrive Down Beneath within the fourth quarter of this 12 months, the newcomers will verify in from $329,900 and $565,800 plus on-road prices respectively, every providing considerably enhanced ranges of energy and luxurious over the lesser S450 twins, particularly the Maybach.
Beginning with the S580 L 4Matic nevertheless, this variant’s introduction heralds the return of a V8 engine to the S-Class vary with the unit in query being the acquainted twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre mill as present in numerous different high-end Mercs and AMGs.
On this guise, the force-fed bent-eight churns out 370kW of energy and 700Nm of torque with assist from the model’s 48V gentle hybrid system and built-in starter generator.
As alluded to by the ‘4Matic’ a part of its nameplate, drive is shipped to all 4 wheels with transmission duties being taken care of by a nine-speed automated.
The S580’s greater pricetag nets patrons greater than only a energy bump although with loads of additional customary tools thrown into the combo together with Nappa leather-based upholstery, the MBUX augmented actuality head-up show, warmth, infrared and sound resist window glass, ‘Energetic Multi-Contour’ seat bundle (adjustable air chambers within the entrance seats and therapeutic massage packages) and ‘Digital Mild’ LED headlights.
On prime of those newly included options, nearly all the toys discovered on the S450s shall be current as nicely, simply a few of these being the 12.8-inch centre OLED touchscreen 3D driver show, power-assisted door closing, wi-fi smartphone integration and wi-fi charging, sliding glass panoramic sunroof, driving help, visitors signal help, parking bundle with energetic parking help and superior 360-degree digital camera, Nappa leather-based multifunction steering wheel, MBUX infotainment system, 15-speaker Burmester 3D sound system, MBUX inside assistant, ambient lighting, dual-zone local weather management, electronically adjustable entrance seats with heating and cooling capabilities and Airmatic adaptive suspension.
L-specific touches in the meantime embody the forward-facing airbags for rear-seat passengers and electrically adjustable rear seats with reminiscence perform.
For an additional $235,900, the Maybach S680 4Matic drastically ups the ante in each respect, providing up much more energy courtesy of 4 extra cylinders, much more room and a heap extra toys.
Powered by a twin-turbocharged 6.0-litre V12, the S680 develops 463kW/900Nm which is fortunately despatched to all 4 wheels through the identical nine-speed automated as the remainder of the vary.
In comparison with the long-wheelbase variants (5289mm), the Maybach provides an additional 180mm to its general size, measuring 5469mm from nostril to tail, one thing that has a drastic influence on rear legroom and ensures occupants journey in “strictly first-class consolation”.
With nearly an excessive amount of customary tools to listing, creature consolation highlights on the S-Class range-topper embody rear consolation doorways, MBUX inside rear assistant, high-pile ground mats, unique Nappa leather-based upholstery, automated rear seatbelt suppliers, centre-mounted pill, rear consolation seat pack, energising pack for each entrance and rear seats, high-end Burmester 4D encompass sound system, adaptive ambient lighting, heated entrance seats, armrests, centre console and multifunction steering wheel (Nappa leather-based and woodgrain), TV tuner, DAB+ digital radio and high-gloss black poplar wooden trim.
Save for its immense measurement, the S680 will be singled out by its distinctive grille and 20-inch solid alloy wheels, nevertheless non-obligatory 21-inch models will be had which add the rear axle steering system by default.
Mercedes-Maybach product administration boss Dirk Fetzer mentioned the brand new mannequin emphasised “the progressive, trendy method” of the Maybach product portfolio.
“As we speak’s prospects have excessive expectations of their exclusivity and individuality, elegant design and first-class customary of end, all primarily based on the very newest expertise,” he mentioned.
Mercedes-Benz has bought 92 S-Lessons up to now this 12 months ending April, making it the dominant drive throughout the $100,000-plus upper-large automobile sector with a 44.4 per cent market share.
2021 Mercedes-Benz S-Class pricing*
| 440 4Matic (a) | $240,700 |
| 450 L 4Matic (a) | $264,900 |
| 580 L 4Matic (a) | $329,900 |
| Maybach 680 4Matic (a) | $565,800 |
*Excludes on-road prices
