Not one, but four, the number of Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelifts launched at one go by Mercedes-Benz Malaysia (MBM) yesterday. The quartet was led by the W222 S-Class, the refresh taking shape here in the form of the S 450 L (RM699,888), which takes over the mantle from the S 400 h.
It’s powered by a 3.0 litre bi-turbo V6 petrol engine from the same M276 family as the 3.5 litre V6 CGI on the S 400 h, but offers more in the way of output and performance. With 362 hp (or 367 PS, as listed) and 500 Nm, it does the 0-100 km/h sprint in 5.4 seconds, which is 1.4 seconds faster than the old car.
New exterior cues abound, from a revised front end to new tail light crystal-effect graphics as well as a new 20-inch 10-spoke AMG wheel design. Inside, there are new upholstery colours, a new three-spoke steering wheel, a more seamless looking – and higher-res – intrument/display panel and upgraded connectivity in the form of Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support and wireless charging for mobile devices, both fore and aft in the cabin.
If the S 450 L isn’t grand enough for tastes, then there’s the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, the facelift being available in two variant forms, the S 560 and S 650 (base price, from RM1.4 million). The longer, more luxurious version of the W222 has no shortage of interior trim/upholstery choices, with nine combinations to pick from.
As you’d expect, it doesn’t stop there, because further cabin customisation is available, depending on the thickness of the wallet. The S 560 is powered by a 4.0 litre turbocharged V8, which provides 469 hp and 700 Nm of torque, while the S 650 features a 6.0 litre turbocharged V12 petrol engine that has 630 hp and 1,000 Nm of torque. Not that it matters, but both are faster than the S 450, at 4.9 and 4.7 seconds from standstill to 100 km/h respectively.
Those looking at a sportier bodystyle will no doubt have their eyes on the Mercedes-AMG S 63 Coupe (from RM1.46 million), in its Yellow Night Edition form as sporty as it gets for the C217 refresh. As the name suggests, the colour theme on this one is black with yellow highlight accents.
The rear-wheel drive offering’s M177 4.0 litre bi-turbo V8, tuned to pack 612 hp and 900 Nm of torque, gets it to the century in 4.2 seconds, and if 250 km/h isn’t fast enough, the specification of an AMG Driver’s Package takes care of that, upping top speed to 300 km/h.
More free-spirited adventurers will find the A217 S 560 Cabriolet (RM1.31 million) the bee’s knees. Though there are three upholstery options, the launch car’s red interior looks to be just the thing if you’re into flash and effect, top-down.
The convertible is powered by a M176 4.0 litre bi-turbo V8 engine, which replaces the 4.7 litre V8 found in the pre-facelift model. The unit is good for 469 hp and 700 Nm of torque at full pelt, but chances are, owners will be coasting along in one, and very likely not toasting while at that.
GALLERY: W222 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 L AMG Line
GALLERY: W222 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class S 560
GALLERY: A217 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 560 Cabriolet
GALLERY: C217 Mercedes-AMG S-Class S 63 Coupé
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Gut gemacht Mark Raine!
MBM to greater heights !!
Why brown?
German> Sushi>France>Kimchi>sweden/chinese
P1, Geely, Mesidis, VolvoCar, VolvoTrucks, Lotus > all
Why MBM never bring the Hybrid S class down? Last car we had was RM550k. Now lompat to RM700k.
Isn’t better to bring Hybrid models down so that Malaysians pay lesser for their cars benefitting from EEV tax incentives?
That’s because the hybrid version went high end with the S560e for the facelift. No more bargain bin S class for people who can’t afford to own one yo!!!
180K for F30 never too expensive too
no more S class hybrid for 550k ? then there is a massive gap between the 400k E class and the s450. potential customers will all buy bmw 740 le.
Mana Ada incentive lagi, sudah habis. And it was RM599k
Why would Mercedes demean their image by bringing down prices when they are still making record breaking sales figure? Luxury marques don’t operate like your commoner Toyota. If you can’t afford for brand new, there’s always pre-owned.
you mean you can afford to buy one if they were to retain the price at RM590k?
S keras is priced such that if u can afford it, it means u have made it to the top, instead of wailing and hankering for cheap sale. S keras owners will sniff at these el cheapos.
Name of the classical song on the Maybach video?
So…next week we can see the all new CLS? Pity both the S and CLS won’t come with the MBUX system. Looking forward to the all new A instead.
Mesidis, Geely > all
LGE use Mesidis so:
LGE, Mesidis > all
correction: CM of penang use mercedes. since LGE is now the finance minister, i guess he is using proton accord now.
why performance version’s interior always clad in bland dark interior? what an eyesore.. urghhh
Are these car really suitable for third world countries?
If the car could talk , it would scream out in horror and probably say ‘why me ….why???:(
because third world countries have many corrupt politicians and royalty who can afford these cars.
looking forward Mercedes-AMG gt 63 4 doors
Hafriz, you look smart in Bow and Jacket (and leather shoes).. he he.. when you do car review for Merc I think that the customary attire. other cars… casual wear will do lah. I think appearance wise already state your opinion of this car review.. ha ha.. cheers