The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class lineup will receive a new generation of engines, bevy of driver assisting features, and upgraded interior, the company announced as it will show the luxury sedan at the Shanghai auto show.
by Staff
April 18, 2017
Photo of 2018 S-Class courtesy of Mercedes-Benz.
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Photo of 2018 S-Class courtesy of Mercedes-Benz.
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class lineup will receive a new generation of engines, bevy of driver assisting features, and upgraded interior, the company announced as it will show the luxury sedan at the Shanghai auto show.
Mercedes-Benz will offer two models, including the S450 and S560, in addition to a pair of AMG models. The S450 will be powered by a 3.0L bi-turbo V-6 that makes 362 horsepower and 369 lb.-ft. of torque. It will be available with the 4Matic all-wheel drive system.
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The S560 will be powered by a 4.0L bi-turbo V-8 that makes 463 hp and 516 lb.-ft. of torque. Buyers can also opt for the Mercedes-Maybach S560 4Matic.
The 2018 S-Class arrives with upgraded safety and driver assistance technology, including Active Distance Assist Distronic that can adjust speeds ahead of corners, slow down, and speed up automatically.
The S-Class also adds wireless phone charging in the center console.
Mercedes-Benz will offer the S63 and S65 AMG models that will be powered by the 4.0L V-8 and carryover 6.0L V-12 respectively.
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