Mercedes-Benz S-Class For Mercedes-Benz S-Class, if the first generation of 65438 (chassis number w 1 16) is called classic, the second generation of 79 (chassis number w 126) is called sedate, and the third generation of 9 1 (chassis number w/kloc-0)
Compared with the previous generation, the body size of the new S-class has been improved in all aspects: the body length has increased by 43mm, the width has increased by 16mm, and the height and wheelbase have increased by 29mm and 80mm respectively, thus greatly enhancing the spacious and luxurious interior space.
This seemingly small but actually bigger effect benefits from the brand-new appearance of the brand-new S-class. Great changes have taken place in the new S-class design language. It not only maintains the family atmosphere and elegance, but also removes more decorations: the enlarged chrome radiator grille continues the design style of the previous generation models; Irregular oval headlights are changed into triangular phoenix eye headlights; More Maibakh-style design elements are added to the rear of the car; The arched waistline is similar to cls level, which is more bold and avant-garde.
Nowadays, the highest-level automobile manufacturer in the world belongs to Mercedes-Benz, and among the many series products of Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedan can best show its profound manufacturing skills. Only five years ago, BMW and Audi had no models that could compete with s600. V 12 has always been a symbol of top-class cars, and of course, Volkswagen's w 12 is also trying to shape the definition of top-class brands. But until today, Mercedes-Benz S series still occupies 50% of the market share of luxury cars, far exceeding the sum of several competitors, making them unmatched.
The appearance style of "pruning leaves" tends to be younger gradually.
The front bumper of the sports lower air intake, the more inclined radiator grille and front windshield, the transparent lampshade and the Bi-Xenon headlights with improved brightness 180% are the most obvious changes we saw in the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class car in 2003. However, the overall style of the car has not changed. Although the S-class car is striving to be more sporty and younger, Mercedes-Benz is always very cautious in every small change. If you want to see a completely different S-class, according to the practice of Mercedes-Benz, I'm afraid it will have to wait until 2006.
Bi-xenon headlamp
Mercedes-Benz's new flagship model is the same as before-two body lengths are introduced at the same time, and the wheelbase is 2965mm and 3085 mm (except S280), which are 75mm and 55mm shorter than the old w 140 series, respectively. The difference between these two figures and the total length is the same. The total length of w220 is 5038 (the long wheelbase is 5 158)mm, the total width is 1855mm, and the height is 1444mm, which are 3 1mm and 4/kloc-respectively lower than the previous generation w 140. The shape data clearly reflects the goal of the new S-class: losing weight. The lines of the whole car have been reduced from slightly bloated in the past to full and moderate, and the windshield and hood are more inclined. This series of seemingly minor changes have produced tangible results: the drag coefficient is only 0.27. The application of light metal also has a significant impact on the weight. Take the s320 as an example, which is about 300kg lighter than the same model of the previous generation.
Surprisingly, after "losing weight", the legroom of the new S-class rear seat increased by 25mm, and the legroom of the extended wheelbase rear seat was 45mm more than that of w 140. It is not easy to squeeze out these spaces after shortening the total length and wheelbase.
The interior adds a sense of modernity, but the center console is still messy and complicated.
The interior of the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class car has changed the dull and dignified atmosphere of the previous S-Class interior, and the light gray leather with high-grade mahogany has created a lot of modernity. In addition, Mercedes-Benz now offers luxurious "designo couture" interior components, including top-grade nappa leather and suede leather ornaments, charcoal gray poplar or maple veneer, and excellent alcantara fabric roof lining.
However, compared with these high-end interior materials, there are nearly 40 control buttons and components on the center console, which makes people who just started to control this "big guy" at a loss. Although the multi-function steering wheel integrates many control functions, it may be because there are too many devices on the S-class. There always seem to be countless buttons around.
Center console full of buttons
Rich power configuration and excellent engine performance.
S-class car has two six-cylinder engines, three v8 engines and v 12 engines. Compared with any other products in the same class, it provides a wider range of engine choices. The output power level has been expanded from 150 kW /204 HP corresponding to s600 top model to 368 kW /500 HP.
Six-cylinder engine
After further improvement, the six-cylinder engine on the S-class car has been improved in power and torque. The displacement of v6 gasoline engine is increased to 3.7 liters, and the output power is increased by 12.5%, reaching 180 kW (245 HP). The torque increased by 13% and reached 350nm at 3000rpm.
eight cylinder engine
This 8-cylinder engine is a 24-valve double overhead camshaft with a displacement of 5l, which can generate the maximum power of 225kw/5000rpm and the maximum torque of 460nm/2700-4250rpm.
Twelve-cylinder engine
It is worth mentioning that this top v 12 engine is equipped with twin turbocharging. With a displacement of 5.5 liters and a maximum power of 368 kW (500 HP), it has left its main competitors behind in performance. On the BMW 760li, although the power of the world's best naturally aspirated v 12 engine is as high as 327kw(445ps), it has obviously been left behind. What makes BMW even more shocked is that the maximum torque of Mercedes-Benz s600 is 800nm, which is 200nm higher than that of its competitors. The maximum torque is generated in a wide range from 1800 rpm to 3500 rpm, forming a so-called "torque plateau" (the peak torque appears in a wide range of engine operation diagram). The maximum torque of 760li600nm can only be issued at 3950rpm.
Turbocharger for v 12 engine
The amazing result of this engine is that the 0- 100km/h acceleration time of Mercedes-Benz s600 equipped with this v 12 engine is only 4.8s, which is about 0.4s faster than that of 760li.
In order to thoroughly describe how the performance of s600 is improved, we can keep two points in mind: First, in the accelerated duel on the highway, Ferrari 360 Modena or Porsche 9 1 1turbo had to concentrate on accelerating side by side with s600 to avoid being "humiliated". The only thing that can reassure 360 Modena owners is that the top speed of s600 is "only" 250km/h (electronic speed limit); Second, the power and performance of the new s600 even exceed the super-performance version of the old s600 modified by professional manufacturer brabus. At least on the current road in China, you can't find a four-door RV with performance and power exceeding s600.
However, compared with naturally aspirated BMW v 12, the output linearity of this engine is still somewhat inferior, and it is not as smooth as BMW v 12. The power of the brand-new twin-turbo engine has naturally improved a lot, but we also found that the driver can obviously feel the acceleration difference between the new s600 and the old s600 only when he increases the throttle or climbs the hill for more than 3000 revolutions.
High-tech weapons are armed to the teeth, 4matic all-weather four-wheel drive, and pre-safe security system shines with two stars.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class has always been famous for its numerous high-tech equipment, and the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is still unambiguous in this respect. In addition to the technological innovation in the engine, among many high-tech innovations, 4matic all-weather four-wheel drive and pre-safe safety system are the highlights.
1.4matic all-weather four-wheel drive system is used to help improve traction and stability. 4matic can provide more traction on ice and snow roads, cobblestone roads with halo, wet roads or other bad road conditions, while not losing the unique driving comfort of Mercedes-Benz. Combined with esp_ system, 4matic system enables drivers to handle emergencies safely and confidently. (This thing contributes a lot to the acceleration time of 4.8s 0- 100km/h of s600, hehe).
Schematic diagram of gearbox and transfer case
Blue is the rear wheel power transmission line, and red is the front wheel power transmission line.
2. Among many latest technical improvements adopted by the new S-class cars, the pre-safety system for protecting drivers and passengers is the first one. Pre-safety system can help drivers, passengers and vehicles to enter the pre-collision preparation state after detecting the impending collision in advance. Its principle is to judge the impending collision by monitoring various sensors, and then intervene in the braking system in advance to shorten the braking distance as much as possible before the driver fully reacts.
The development of this new safety system is based on the research findings of Mercedes-Benz accident investigators. These studies have found that in about two-thirds of accidents, there will be a long time interval between the realization that the collision is about to happen and the actual collision. The design purpose of pre-safe is to start the protection system in advance based on the perception and judgment of the upcoming collision, so as to further reduce the risk of injury to drivers and passengers.
In addition, the specially reinforced body frame, 8 airbags, seat belts with adjustable pretension, abs, asr (anti-skid drive), bas (emergency brake assist), esp (dynamic stability program) and tcs (traction control system) are all standard items, and many equipments are difficult to count.
Side air curtain and side chest airbag
The picture shows the body structure, and the red part is the reinforcement part.
Shh, after all this talk, it seems that I still can't explain the car clearly. For the rich or the rich, ostentation and extravagance means everything. And if you are always in the spotlight and especially like to appear in social occasions or major social clubs, a famous pony is the standard equipment to show your identity.
However, people are always more irritating than others. Compared with those VIP cars such as Rolls-Royce, Bentley or recently Maibakh, the flagship S-Class from Mercedes-Benz is indeed inferior, but the price is cheaper, and the substantial enjoyment it can still provide is not inferior. In and out of the sound and light occasions, the face can also be hung up.