"Always been imitated, never surpassed", this sentence is appropriate to describe the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. For many years, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has occupied a leading position in the automotive industry. From ABS to airbags, from ESP to adaptive cruise, etc., many of the configurations that have been popularized at present have been realized by the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Assembly of production vehicles. Leaving aside, the previous generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) connected-screen digital cockpit directly made the “connected-screen” style a fashion trend and became the object of competition for various car companies to imitate. At the beginning of this year, the new generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223) ushered in a new generation listing, with a price range of 899,800-1.8188 million yuan. The new car once again held high the banner of "technology", and through a series of latest configurations, we once again felt the future. The trend of domestic automobile development. Today we take the 2021 S500L 4MATIC (hereinafter referred to as Mercedes-Benz S-Class) as an example to show you the highlights of the new car, and take a look at the most cost-effective model by the way.
Features of the new car:
1. Based on the MRA modular rear-drive platform, code-named W223
2. The appearance adopts a new wedge-shaped element style, equipped with Digital Light smart digital headlights
3. , The carriage cancels the connection screen, is equipped with a naked-eye 3D instrument panel, an OLED central control screen and an AR-HUD head-up display, and is equipped with a 64-color active ambient lighting system
4. All systems are equipped with a 3.0T low/medium/high power engine , Matched with 9AT manual transmission
5. Adopt a new multi-link independent rear suspension, equipped with a rear-wheel active steering system
This generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class chassis code is W223, based on the MRA modular rear drive platform Build. A brand-new wedge-shaped element style is adopted in the exterior, and the D-class luxury executive car is branded with youthfulness with the design philosophy of "sensibility and purity". In terms of colors, there are 11 kinds of colors, including obsidian black, agate black, ruby black, space-time silver, carbon gray blue, diamond white, emerald green, etc. The interiors are available in macchiato beige + magma gray, ocher brown + black, and coffee brown +5 kinds of color matching and black style including silk beige.
The front face center mesh is changed from a trapezoid to a polygonal shape. The overall size is slightly enlarged. The internal chrome-plated grille and millimeter-wave radar module also increase the spacing and size, and the visual effect is more full. The lower grille, including the side gills, is decorated with honeycomb grids, and black trims and chrome-plated frames are added, making it a lot younger and sporty.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class is equipped with the unique "Meteor Shower" Digital Light digital headlights in the same class. Each headlight contains a lighting module, of which three powerful LED light sources are used for light transmission through 1.3 million micromirrors. Refraction and guidance, with a lighting resolution of more than 2.6 million pixels, so that every start of the vehicle can bring a strong sense of ceremony and technology. This performance is enough to make a brand called "Light Factory" hide in the corner. trembling.
The side styling does not seem to have changed much. The slender engine compartment, the rear-shifted A-pillar, the elegantly curved roof line, and the symmetrical front and rear overhangs are the main features of this car. The overall look is dignified and atmospheric. The concealed door handle is the main change, and the chrome trim of the triangular window under the C-pillar has also become more sleek and more beautiful. The body size is 5320/1921/1503mm in length, width and height, and the wheelbase is 3216mm. Compared with the previous model (top version), the length, width and height and wheelbase are increased by 37mm, 16mm, 3mm and 51mm respectively.
The exterior mirrors are sleek and have an unspeakable beauty. In addition to the integrated LED side turn light, it is also equipped with a side camera. Except for entry-level models, it is equipped with a 360° panoramic image. It also supports electric adjustment, folding, memory, heating, reversing and automatic folding of the car. And automatic anti-glare function.
The new car adopts a hidden door handle, and the wind resistance of the whole vehicle is optimized, which reduces the wind resistance coefficient to 0.22Cd. The words "Mercedes-Benz" are marked on the top of the handle to enhance the brand imprint from the details. In addition, the entire vehicle keyless entry and electric suction doors are standard.
The front and rear wheel specifications are 255/40 R20,The rest of the models are also available in two specifications, 255/50 R18 and 255/45 R19. The multi-spoke aluminum alloy wheels have a simple and atmospheric shape. The tires match the Bridgestone Terran series products, focusing on grip and quietness.
The shape of the tail is simple and capable, the width is sufficient, the height is just right, and the whole is more coordinated. The "eye-catching" taillights look very innovative. The internal LED light sources are arranged in order with three-dimensional diamond-cut light beams, like row upon row of city silhouettes. When braking, the lower part of the light strip is gradually shining. , Like a glimpse of the lake, the recognition is excellent. The shape of the bumper also adds three-dimensional convex and concave changes. The layout of the double-exhaust exhaust pipes on both sides adds chrome-plated strips. The overall layering is better. The center also adds a diffuse shape to enhance the aerodynamic effect.
The previous model (W222) led the trend of a period with the unprecedented continuous-screen interior. Of course, this generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class will not continue the previous style, adopting a new digital cockpit and realizing a layout without physical buttons. The 12.3-inch glasses-free 3D digital instrument panel adopts an unobstructed layout. The 12.8-inch OLED central control screen is integrated with the armrest. The top-mounted 4 rectangular air outlets and the vertical air outlets on both sides are staggered vertically and horizontally. These are very innovative layouts. . But the most technological sense is the 77-inch AR-HUD head-up display and active ambient lighting system. The former integrates visual information with digital technology, while the latter is created by 263 multi-color gradient LED light sources in the car. The immersive dynamic light and shadow atmosphere adds a lot to the comprehensive product power of the new car.
The three-spoke multi-function steering wheel is wrapped in leather, which has a particularly full grip and extremely comfortable feel. The smaller diameter and slightly flat bottom shape also enhance the sporty feeling. The left and right cross-spokes have adopted a rare double-spoke layout, which clearly lists the functions. The full-planar layout is adopted. The upper left side mainly controls the driving computer information, the lower side is the driving assistance control, and the upper right side is mainly multimedia, Below is the Bluetooth phone and volume, this layout can avoid misoperation.
12.3-inch digital meter screen supports naked eye 3D display,Bring a more immersive experience, and you can also switch the UI theme of the interface according to your own preferences. This is an important support point for the realization of the "tech cockpit". The AR-HUD head-up display with a projection area of 77 inches brings a feeling of "watching a movie". The electronic instructions in the navigation can be well integrated with the real road information, which looks very intuitive and clear, and basically prevents the wrong way. Possibility.
Except for the entry-level model (11.9 inches), all other models are equipped with a 12.8-inch OLED central control screen with a screen resolution of 1888*1728. The car has a built-in 320G solid-state hard drive and 16G memory, and the processing capacity is improved compared to the previous generation 50%. With the support of this large smart screen, the number of physical buttons in the car has been reduced by 27 compared to the previous model, and functions such as gesture control, gaze control, and voice control have been added to enrich the human-computer interaction experience. The shortcut touch buttons including driving mode switching, 360° panoramic image, vehicle settings, dual flashing lights and multimedia are retained below, which enhances the practical convenience.
The central armrest box has a large opening but limited depth, suitable for storing handy small items, and has two Type-C ports built in.
The front seats are wrapped in Nappa leather, the leather is soft and delicate and the diamond pattern is added, the cushions and backrests are also very full, the deformation is also very suitable, and it has appropriate lateral support, which is not comfortable Can be picky. Functionally, the front seats support the front and back, backrest, leg rest, height (4-way) and waist (4-way) electric adjustments, and are equipped with heating and ventilation functions. The function buttons including ventilation, heating, memory and regular adjustment are arranged above the door panel, in line with Mercedes-Benz's consistent style.
This top-of-the-line model uses a luxurious 4-seater layout. The integrated armrest extends to the rear to divide the rear row into two independent seats, giving a sense of dignity. The seat is also wrapped in Nappa leather. The large inclination of the seat cushion brings a semi-lying sitting posture. The support and lateral support of the backrest are relatively in place. It is equipped with an aviation headrest, supporting multi-directional adjustment and 10 massage functions. There is no need for gestures in terms of space, the legs can basically be straightened,Very stretched.
The central armrest is equipped with a multifunctional control panel, including multimedia, air conditioning, seats, electric sun blinds, sunroofs, ambient lights and many other functions can be adjusted through it. It can be described as "one screen in hand, all in Take control". The front of the armrest is equipped with a slanted storage compartment for mobile phones, which is particularly handy and equipped with wireless charging.
The multifunctional center console is equipped with air-conditioning vents, air-conditioning touch panels and two water cup slots of different sizes. This car is also equipped with B-pillar air-conditioning outlets, and various air outlet methods allow rear passengers to enjoy a more advanced experience.
Except for the entry-level models of S400L and S450L, the rest are equipped with rear multimedia LCD screens, allowing rear passengers to enjoy their entertainment time exclusively. This S500L model is also equipped with a small rear table, which is an optional configuration and costs as much as 25,500 yuan. Although it is expensive, the value of this cost is obvious to the owner of the "everyday management".
The tail compartment is neatly wrapped with side walls, but the width is also compressed, but the depth and height are not bad, with a volume of 550L, which can easily accommodate two sets of golf bags. Since the rear seats do not support falling down, a passage is made in the middle to facilitate rear passengers to access items. Electric tailcars and induction tailcars are standard, and the configuration is impeccable.
In terms of power, the whole series is equipped with a 3.0T engine +48V light-hybrid system, of which the engine is divided into low/medium/high-power versions, and the low-power engine is equipped with S400L models, with a maximum power of 230kW (313Ps)/5500rpm, Maximum torque is 450Nm/1600-4500rpm, 0-100km/h acceleration time is 5.9 seconds; medium power engine is equipped with S450L model, maximum power is 270kW (367Ps)/6100rpm, maximum torque is 500Nm/1600-4500rpm, 0-100km /h acceleration time is 5.6 seconds; high-power engine is equipped with S500L model,The maximum power is 320kW (335Ps)/6100rpm, the maximum torque is 520Nm/1800-5800rpm, the 0-100km/h acceleration time is 5.5 seconds, and the whole system is equipped with 9AT automatic manual transmission.
The chassis structure has been adjusted, from the original front and rear double wishbone independent suspension to the front double wishbone independent + rear multi-link independent suspension combination, divided into front rear drive and front four Drive layout (full-time four-wheel drive). In addition, the new car also uses a rear-wheel active steering system with a maximum rear-wheel steering angle of ±4.5 degrees, which can reduce the turning radius at low speeds and improve the tracking of the rear wheels when cornering at high speeds, thereby improving vehicle control sensitivity Sex and stability.
In terms of models, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is divided into 5 models: 2 S400L, 2 S450L, and 1 S500L. Let's first look at the comparison of 400L models.
1. Comparison of S400L models
The entry-level version of the 2021 S400L business model is priced at 899,800 yuan, and the high-end version of the 2021 S400L luxury model is priced at 1.0588 million yuan. The ring is upgraded to 19 inches, the reversing image is upgraded to a 360° panoramic image, the 11.9 inch central control screen is upgraded to 12.8 inches, the audio is upgraded to Berlin Sound 15 speakers, HUD head-up display, rear mobile phone wireless charging, front seats Memory, second-row seat electric adjustment (front and rear + backrest), rear seat ventilation, facial recognition, rear LCD screen, rear control multimedia, HDMI interface, exterior mirror memory and reversing automatic downturn, negative ion generation And the fragrance device in the car. Although the above configuration has a high gold content, the upgrade cost of up to 159,000 yuan has to make people think twice. In fact, many configurations are optional for the entry version, such as HUD head-up display (12,600 yuan), rear mobile phone wireless charging (4,000 yuan), rear seat front and rear + backrest electric adjustment (16,300 yuan), Rear seats are ventilated (17,900 yuan) and so on, so the entry version can actually fully meet the needs of business reception, and can also meet the needs through appropriate options, so the entry version is more cost-effective.
Conclusion: The most cost-effective is the 2021 S400L business model with a price of 899,800 yuan.Pretending to be a recommendation.
2. Comparison of S450L models
The entry-level version of the 2021 S450L is priced at 1,158,800 yuan, and the high-end version of the 2021 S450L 4MATIC is priced at 1,258,800 yuan. The price is more than 100,000 yuan. Front four-wheel drive (full-time four-wheel drive), 19-inch wheels are upgraded to 20 inches, sports appearance kit, front seat ventilation, rear seat memory, rear seat adjustable buttons, rear legs are added Support, rear LCD screen, HDMI interface and heated water nozzle. Kandi believes that having a 4MATIC full-time four-wheel drive system has greatly improved the stability and safety of the rear drive system. Other configurations are also very significant for comfort improvement. Therefore, the overall cost performance is higher and it is worth upgrading.
Conclusion: The most cost-effective is the 2021 S450L 4MATIC with 1,258,800 yuan, pretending to be a recommendation.
3. Comparison of S500L models
Since there is only one model, we compare it with the S450L high-end version.
The 2021 S500L 4MATIC is priced at 1.8188 million yuan, and the 2021 S450L 4MATIC is priced at 1,258,800 yuan, which is a price ratio of 560,000 yuan. It is equipped with a 3.0T mid-power engine upgraded to high power, and matrix headlights upgraded to pixels. It adds rear waist adjustment, rear massage function, multi-layer soundproof glass for the whole car, naked-eye 3D digital instrument screen, Digital Light intelligent digital headlights, and active ambient atmosphere lighting system. The above configuration includes all the latest technology of the new generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class, but the price difference of 560,000 yuan is equivalent to that of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, which is obviously valuable. Fortunately, pixel headlights (26,800 yuan), naked-eye 3D digital instrument screens (14,000 yuan), smart digital headlights (26,800 yuan) and active ambient lighting systems (11,200 yuan) all support optional installations. The cost of all options is less than 100,000 yuan, and the difference between the 3.0T medium-power engine and the high-power is not large, and the power reserve is sufficient. Therefore, we recommend choosing S450L 4MATIC, and then making appropriate options.
Conclusion: The most cost-effective is still the 2021 S450L 4MATIC with 1,258,800 yuan.Pretending to be a recommendation.
Kandi's comment:
As the benchmark product of the D-class luxury executive car, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long been known for its luxury and safety. The new generation of products does bring a refreshing feeling, that is the first time to bring youth and technology. Placed in such an important position. For example, the naked eye 3D instrument panel, OLED central control screen, AR-HUD head-up display, etc. are all industry-leading technologies, which ensure the status of the leader of Mercedes-Benz S-Class. In terms of vehicle models, the 2021 S400L business model with a value of 899,800 yuan is a good entry model, while the 2021 S450L 4MATIC with a value of 1,258,800 yuan has more advanced enjoyment, and you can get the peak experience with appropriate options.
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