Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223)

The Mercedes-Benz W223 is the seventh generation of the S-Class produced by Mercedes-Benz.[1] It was unveiled online on 2 September 2020, and is the seventh generation of the S-Class.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223)
Overview
ManufacturerMercedes-Benz
ProductionSeptember 2020–present
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size luxury car (F)
Body style4-door sedan
Layout
PlatformMercedes-Benz MRA Platform
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission9-speed 9G-Tronic automatic
Hybrid drivetrainMild Hybrid (EQ Boost)
Plug-in hybrid (S 580 e)
Dimensions
Wheelbase
  • 3,106 mm (122.3 in) (W223)
  • 3,216 mm (126.6 in) (V223)
  • 3,396 mm (133.7 in) (X223)
Length
  • 5,179 mm (203.9 in) (W223)
  • 5,289 mm (208.2 in) (V223)
  • 5,470 mm (215.4 in) (X223)
Width1,954 mm (76.9 in), 2,109 mm (83.0 in) with mirrors
Height1,503 mm (59.2 in)
Curb weightT.B.A.
Chronology
PredecessorMercedes-Benz S-Class (W222)

The price list for German market has been announced on 15 September 2020, starting from 93,438 Euro for S 350 d (standard wheelbase) to 117,786.40 Euro for S 500 4MATIC (long wheelbase).[2]

Development and launch
Side view of W223 in standard wheelbase length and with standard grip door handles
Rear view of W223 with optional flush-fitted door handles

The W223 S-Class is based on the second-generation modular MRA platform and uses a four-link front suspension and multi-link independent rear suspension.[3] Air suspension is standard and can automatically lower by 20 mm (0.79 in) at 160 km/h (99 mph) to increase stability.[4]

Compared to the previous generation W222 S-Class, rear headroom has increased by 16 mm (0.63 in) and rear legroom has increased by 41 mm (1.6 in).[5] Boot capacity has increased by 20 litres (0.71 cu ft) to 550 litres (19 cu ft).[6] The W223 directs heat from the engine to the wheel arches and underbody to improve airflow and has a drag coefficient of 0.22 Cd.[7]

All models at launch except S 350 d are offered exclusively with 4MATIC all-wheel drive.[8] The models with six-cylinder inline petrol engines have a 48V electrical system to provide additional power when needed. This also provided the power for the air conditioning system and for recharging the battery. It is also used as a starter motor in lieu of a separate and dedicated starter motor.[9]

Mercedes-Maybach

The new Z223 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class was revealed on 19 November 2020 with model designations S 580 4MATIC and S 680 4MATIC.[10][11] Available engines are a 4.0-litre biturbo V8 for the S 580 4MATIC and a 6.0-litre biturbo V12 for the S 680 4MATIC. Both are fitted with standard 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system. Some markets will receive a six-cylinder plug-in hybrid engine from S 580 e as a third engine option.[12] The V12 engine is now exclusive to the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class as it is no longer being used in either Mercedes-Benz or Mercedes-AMG vehicles. A first for a Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicle, the V12 is fitted with the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system.[13]

The Mercedes-Maybach is 18 centimetres longer than the predecessor. Several design cues, separating the Mercedes-Maybach from Mercedes-Benz, are carried over. Another first for Mercedes-Benz is the frontal airbags for the rear passengers.[14]

Mercedes-AMG

Mercedes-AMG has not made the official announcement of the AMG versions of W223 S-class yet (as of February 2021).

Equipment
Interior

The W223 uses the second-generation Mercedes Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system.[15] It features a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and a 12.8-inch OLED centre infotainment system with haptic feedback.[16] The MBUX system features over-the-air software update support, automatic driver profile selection via voice or fingerprint recognition, and a virtual assistant which activates by saying "Hey Mercedes".[17] The assistant can be controlled by the rear seat passengers and can also control smart home appliances.[18] The car can automatically close the windows and sunroof and recirculate air as it approaches a tunnel or detects poor air quality.[19] Interior cameras can detect driver movements as to automatically lower the rear sunblinds if the driver looks back or switch on the interior light if the driver reaches towards the glovebox.[20] The cameras can detect if a child seat has been installed but the seat belt has not been buckled.[21] The car features 22 cameras and radar sensors for the adaptive cruise control, automatic steering, lane departure warning, emergency braking, and traffic sign recognition. Radar sensors can predict oncoming side collisions and raise the suspension by 8 cm (3.1 in) to direct the crash force towards the doorsills.[22] A SAE Level 3 semi-autonomous driving system will be available in Germany from the second half of 2021.[23]

Optional equipment includes rear-axle steering, rear-seat airbags, and a head-up-display with augmented reality for navigation directions.[24] The headlights can project symbols on the road to warn the driver of incoming obstacles, such as roadworks, pedestrians, and traffic lights or warning signs.[25]

For the first time in a Mercedes-Benz vehicle, the S-Class has two different types of external door handles. The standard equipment is the grip handles as found in existing Mercedes-Benz vehicles while the optional extra cost equipment is the flush-fitted handles that pop outward electrically when a person with Keyless Go remote fob approaches in close proximity.[26]

Technical Data

Engines

The engines are carried over from previous generation of S-Class (W222) with two petrol and diesel six-cylinder inline engines at launch.[27] The petrol V8 and plug-in hybrid versions will be launched in 2021.[28][29][30] No further detail about four-cylinder inline diesel engine (previously fitted to W221 S 250/ S 300 CDI and W222 S 300 BlueTec Hybrid/S 300 h), diesel hybrid engine, and high performance Mercedes-AMG engines is given yet.

ModelYearsConfigurationDisplacementPowerTorque0–100 km/h (0-62 mph)Top Speed (km/h)Fuel Consumption/Efficiency (NEDC)
Petrol engines
S 450 4MATIC December 2020– M 256 E30 DEH LA GR I6 turbo 2,999 cc 270 kW (367 PS; 362 bhp) at 5,500–6,100 rpm
16 kW (22 PS; 21 bhp) (Electric)		 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at 1,600–4,500 rpm
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) (Electric)		 5.1 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph) 8.3–7.8 L/100 km (28–30 mpg‑US) Standard
8.4–7.8 L/100 km (28–30 mpg‑US) Long
S 500 4MATIC M 256 E30 DEH LA G I6 turbo 320 kW (435 PS; 429 bhp) at 5,500–6,100 rpm
16 kW (22 PS; 21 bhp) (Electric)		 520 N⋅m (384 lb⋅ft) at 1,600–4,500 rpm
250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) (Electric)		 4.9 seconds 8.4–7.8 L/100 km (28–30 mpg‑US) Standard
8.4–7.8 L/100 km (28–30 mpg‑US) Long
S 580 4MATIC June 2021– M176 DE40 LA V8 biturbo + 48V Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 3,982 cc 370 kW (503 PS; 496 bhp) at 5,500 rpm
15 kW (20 PS; 20 bhp) (Electric)		 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) at 2,000–4,000 rpm
180 N⋅m (133 lb⋅ft) (Electric)		 T.B.A. T.B.A.
Mercedes-Maybach
S 580 4MATIC		 T.B.A. T.B.A.
Mercedes-Maybach
S 680 4MATIC		 June 2021– M279 E60 LA V12 biturbo + 48V Mild Hybrid EQ Boost 5,980 cc 630 PS (463 kW; 621 bhp) at 4,800–5,400 rpm 1,000 N⋅m (738 lb⋅ft) 2,300–4,300 rpm T.B.A. T.B.A.
Diesel engines
S 350 d December 2020– OM 656 D29T R SCR
2.9 L I6 turbo		 2,925 cc 210 kW (286 PS; 282 bhp) at 3,400–4,600 rpm 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) at 1,200–3,200 rpm 6.4 seconds 250 km/h (155 mph) 6.7–6.2 L/100 km (35–38 mpg‑US) Standard
6.7–6.2 L/100 km (35–38 mpg‑US) Long
S 350 d 4MATIC 6.2 seconds 6.9–6.4 L/100 km (34–37 mpg‑US) Standard
6.8–6.3 L/100 km (35–37 mpg‑US) Long
S 400 d 4MATIC OM 656 D29TT R SCR
2.9 L I6		 243 kW (330 PS; 326 bhp) at 3,600–4,200 rpm 700 N⋅m (516 lb⋅ft) at 1,200–3,200 rpm 5.4 seconds 7.0–6.5 L/100 km (34–36 mpg‑US) Standard
6.9–6.4 L/100 km (34–37 mpg‑US) Long
Plug-In Hybrid engine
S 580 e June 2021– M 256 E30 DEH LA GR I6 turbo + Electric Motor 2,999 cc 270 kW (367 PS; 362 bhp) at 5,500–6,100 rpm
110 kW (150 PS; 148 bhp) (Electric)		 500 N⋅m (369 lbf⋅ft) at 1,600–4,500 rpm
440 N⋅m (325 lbf⋅ft) (Electric)		 T.B.A. 250 km/h (155 mph) 1.6–1.3 L/100 km (150–180 mpg‑US)

Transmission

At launch, all models are fitted with the nine-speed 9G-Tronic automatic transmission.

Dimensions
ModelLengthWheelbase
Length		HeightWidthWidth
incl. mirrors		Front TrackRear TrackWeight
Standard 5,179 mm (203.9 in) 3,106 mm (122.3 in) 1,503 mm (59.2 in) 1,954 mm (76.9 in) 2,109 mm (83.0 in) 1,660 mm (65 in) 1,688 mm (66.5 in) T.B.A.
Long 5,289 mm (208.2 in) 3,216 mm (126.6 in) T.B.A.
Mercedes-Maybach 5,470 mm (215 in) 3,396 mm (133.7 in) T.B.A.

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