Mercedes stuffed the S-Class full of neat tricks, useful technology, and new levels of luxury. Indeed, this next generation model brings all of the above to the next level. In this review, I show you what it’s like to drive, demonstration some of its tech, and reveal some of the many ways you can personalize it to your tastes. It’s a long video because there is so much to cover. Join me.
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Video Chapters
0:00 Introduction and specifications
2:03 Walkaround
5:04 Low Coefficient of Drag
6:10 Trunk space
6:33 Front seat comfort and features
8:44 Moonroof, privacy and shade
9:44 Warmth and comfort package
10:30 Rear seat comfort and features
11:17 Massaging front seats etc.
12:06 Ambient lighting
13:06 Instrument cluster options
14:47 Center console Touchscreen
15:28 Drive modes
15:48 Drive review - Overview
16:18 Drive review - Powertrain
17:36 Drive review - Acceleration
18:34 Drive review - Weight and structure
19:25 Drive review - Ride and Handling
20:34 Drive review - Body control demonstration
21:15 Drive review - Rear-axle steering
22:38 Drive review - Brake feel
23:13 Drive review - Quiet cabin
24:18 Drive review - HUD with Augmented Reality
26:48 Drive review - Fuel economy
27:47 Drive review - Conclusion
Specifications:
2021 Mercedes-Benz S580 sedan 4Matic
Base price: $117,350
Price as tested: $131,500
Powertrain: twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8
Power: 496 horsepower at 5500 rpm
Torque: 516 lb-ft of torque between 2000-4000 rpm
Transmission: 9-spd automatic transmission
Drive: all-wheel-drive
Fuel Economy
City 17 mpg
Highway 25 mph
Combined 20 mpg
Dimensions
Length: 208.2 inches
Width: 76.9 inches
Height: 59.2 inches
Wheelbase: 126.2 inches
Weights and Capacities
Curb weight: 4775 lbs
Interior volume: 112 cu ft (according to fueleconomy.gov)
Trunk volume: 13 cu ft (according to Mercedes-Benz)
Calculated weight to power: 9.6 pounds per horsepower
Manufacturer Performance Claims
Mfr’s claimed 0-60 mph: 4.4 seconds
Mfr’s claimed Top Speed: 130 mph (elec. Limited)
Government classified size: Large car
Options: AMG Line, $4300; Warmth and Ccomfort package, $3800; 3D Technology package, $3000; 21-inch AMG wheels, $1750; Rear-axle steering, $1300
Recorded
15th of November 2021
Who is Robin Warner? - Brief description and bio
Robin spent five years of his adult life as an engineer. Four years at a Tier One supplier, TRW Automotive (now ZF TRW Auto), working as a traction and stability control calibration engineer, and little over a year as a vehicle dynamics engineer at Ford Motor Company.
Furthermore, he spent 15 years of his adult life holding different editor positions at various magazines, including Associate Technical Editor at Car and Driver, Road Test Editor at Road & Track, and Managing Editor at Autoweek.
Robin also spent several years racing. He started in autocross, then bought a go-kart and then another one. Having a lot of success, including a Great Lakes Sprint Series championship in 2002, he moved to single-seaters, racing in the 2003 Skip-Barber Midwest Championship, the 2003-2004 Skip Barber Southern Championship, and the 2004 Formula Dodge National Championship.
In addition to making videos, Robin hosts a podcast about major road racing series across the globe, with a focus on Formula 1. Find the show at funwithcars.com/
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