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The New Mercedes-Benz S-Class: Superlative in design and technology

Malta Independent Monday, 30 January 2006, 00:00 Last update: about 12 years ago

Mercedes-Benz has presented its new top-of-the-range model – the S-Class – at the Frankfurt motor show in autumn 2005, and Auto Sales Limited is proud to launch this unique vehicle to its clientele.

As in preceding series, the new S-Class will introduce technical innovations which make the flagship Mercedes model an example for others to follow. Pioneering safety features and exemplary comfort are once again the outstanding attributes of the S-Class. The new S-Class also sets standards with its agile handling, while offering an even more effortless driving experience – thanks to new, more powerful engines. It is replacing a model series which is the world No. 1 in the luxury class, with around 500,000 units sold.

For more than five decades, the letter “S” in the model designation of Mercedes cars has signified a special aura, intelligent technology and the highest quality. The new

S-Class not only continues this tradition, but lends a new meaning to it. A dozen technical innovations are entering series production for the first time on board the new S-Class – from Brake Assist Plus with radar sensors, to dynamic multicontour seats with an extended massage function, from night view assist with the latest infra-red technology to the new Comand system, and from anticipatory Pre-Safe occupant protection to the Active Body Control suspension system.

The new flagship model by Mercedes-Benz is larger than its predecessor in every respect. There is a choice of two body lengths – 5076 or 5206 millimetres – which is 33 and 43 millimetres more, respectively, than the previous S-Class. The wheelbase has increased by 70/80 millimetres to 3035/3165 millimetres. In addition, the body is now 16 mm wider and 29 mm higher than before.

These new dimensions create the basis for an interior space concept which offers all the passengers first-class comfort.

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