Mercedes - S 550 - Brochure - 2006 - 2006 (2)

2007 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS S 600 shown on front cover in Pewter metallic paint. ©2006 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC • One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645 • 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES • MBUSA.com Marketing Communications. All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Any variations in colors shown are due to reproduction variations of the printing process. Illustrations may include test situations. Some vehicles may be shown with non-U.S. equipment. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. harman/kardon® and LOGIC7® are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of this brochure, Mercedes-Benz uses a recycled coated paper that is guaranteed in writing to contain a minimum of 10% post-consumer waste. Printed in U.S.A./100 MC-06-749 Introducing The Ninth Gener ation S-Class S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG 4 2 / 3 S E RV I C E A N D S U P P O RT MERCEDES-BENZ WARRANTIES SIGN AND DRIVE SERVICE EUROPEAN DELIVERY PROGRAM Our New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs for 48 months Our legendary Roadside Assistance service includes It’s more than just a new car, it’s a driving adventure. or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. And anytime bringing you some fuel if you’ve run out, replacing With our factory delivery program, you can enjoy during the new vehicle warranty coverage, you can also a flat tire with your spare or jump-starting your car a honeymoon with your new Mercedes-Benz as you purchase a Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty if the battery dies. 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Whether you need to know how to use your Mercedes-Benz, visit MercedesBenzFinancial.com. audio system, find the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer, • Photos and Videos: Mercedes-Benz photos, wallpaper, screen savers, running footage, TV commercials and more. • Build Your Own: Build your dream Mercedes-Benz online. You can even send the particulars to your local dealer, to help them set up a test drive for you. • Purchase Inquiry: Schedule a test drive, order a get pricing or learn about personal and automotive brochure, learn more about a model and explore accessories, just call 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES or press financing and leasing options. the Tele Aid i-button in your vehicle. 8 • Locate a Dealer: Finding your nearest dealer is easy with detailed maps and driving directions. • Owners Online: This exclusive online resource offers owner benefits that extend beyond your vehicle. Access your Mercedes-Benz Financial account, configure your Tele Aid System, get vehicle maintenance tips and find answers to frequently asked questions. Plus, you’ll receive exclusive offers and promotions, and advance notice of what’s new and exciting at Mercedes-Benz. 5 Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended warranty options. Surcharges apply after the first year. 6 Whichever comes first. Requires use of 229.5-spec oil and high-performance fleece oil filter. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressure between service visits. See Maintenance Booklet for details. 7 On models with different-sized front and rear tires, which cannot be rotated, dealer will inspect tires and set inflation pressure. Follow tire manufacturer’s recommendations. 8 First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. 9 For full details of Sign and Drive service, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 10 Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and dealer participation may vary. 11 European Delivery discount available on select models. Please see your dealer for details. In Our Case, It R eally Does Measur e R evolutions. The all-new 2007 S-Class is nothing short of a rolling revolution. The best in performance, comfort and style, and boasting some of the most advanced safety features, remade and reimagined to be even better. Each successive generation of the S-Class sets the standard for the industry. And with every new S-Class, we take that standard and push it, and ourselves, even further. The result? Quite simply, the finest automobile in the world. S 550 shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint and over a century of revolutionary innovations. The Folds Of Its St eel Skin R ef lect The Shape Of Things To Come. The exterior of the S 550 is a revolutionary combination of art and aerodynamics that pleases the eye and cheats the wind. Dramatically flared wheel arches, tautly defined lines and a muscular stance hint at the high performance within: think 382 horsepower unleashed by a 5.5-liter V-8 engine and you’ll have an idea of the kind of force it sets free. Poised handling — from the Airmatic suspension with Adaptive Damping System to the driver-adaptive 7-speed automatic transmission — lets you harness it all. Yet sophisticated details like chrome accents around the windows, door handles and trunk whisper that all this power is, indeed, quite refined. Underneath the beautiful design of the S 550 exterior is Ultra-High-Strength/Low-Alloy steel, found in important areas of the safety cage. In addition to providing a crucial safety benefit, this remarkable metal is also far more rigid yet lighter in weight than conventional steel. S 550 shown in Obsidian Black metallic paint with the lowest drag coefficient of any vehicle in its class. Ev ery R e volution Needs A Leader . It is a standard by which all other luxury automobiles are judged. And then some. Specifically designed for those who desire the finest in automotive amenities, the S 600 offers more standard equipment than you might expect. Its interior is swathed in glove-soft Exclusive Leather and graced with a Panorama Roof that gives both driver and passengers a spectacular view of the sun and stars. Furthermore, high-performance tires1 on 18" forged aluminum-alloy wheels provide a level of strength that helps keep the S 600 firmly adhered to the road. Yet it is under the hood that this luxury sedan reveals its fierce disposition. There, a 12-cylinder, 36-valve twin-turbocharged engine develops 510 horsepower. And the 612 lb-ft of torque allows the S 600 to rocket from 0 to 60 in just 4.5 seconds2 — just about the time it takes to realize that this is a singularly extraordinary machine. S 600 shown in Andorite Grey metallic paint. 1 Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions. 2 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. Embr acing T r aditional Standar ds Of Cr af tsmanship. How R adical. The R e volution Spins Fast er When It ’s T urbocharged. For those who crave the pulse-pounding thrill of racing-bred performance, the S 65 AMG has an invitation to extend. Step inside this ultra-exclusive vehicle and you’ll discover a wealth of industry-leading features and equipment, as well as an astonishing 604 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. From its hand-built, bi-turbo V-12 engine to its hand-fitted appointments, the S 65 AMG stands as a work of automotive art. All it asks for is a driver bold enough to take the wheel. The interior of the 2007 S-Class embodies a synergy of timeless craf tsmanship and technological innovation. The wood-/ leather-trimmed steering wheel 1 helps make you feel as though you’re one with the road. The hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim, featured throughout the luxurious cabin, is finished and set by hand. And the fiber-optic lines that glow from beneath the wood trim provide ambient lighting that is pleasing to both the mind and the eyes. The optional Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats are a journey into the realm of the senses. Beneath their skillfully stitched and buttery soft leather surfaces are 13 adjustable pneumatic chambers, seven of which can deliver four different levels of massage, helping to reduce stress and maintain awareness. These very special 14-way adjustable seats also react to provide additional support to the driver and front passenger during turns, and play a part in our revolutionary PRE-SAFE ® system. 1 Standard S 600. Optional S 550. AMG-design wood-/leather-trimmed sport steering wheel is standard on S 65 AMG. S 65 AMG shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint. S 550 shown with Savanna/Cashmere leather interior. S 550 shown with Savanna/Cashmere leather interior. The R e volution Spins Fast er When It ’s T urbocharged. For those who crave the pulse-pounding thrill of racing-bred performance, the S 65 AMG has an invitation to extend. Step inside this ultra-exclusive vehicle and you’ll discover a wealth of industry-leading features and equipment, as well as an astonishing 604 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque. From its hand-built, bi-turbo V-12 engine to its hand-fitted appointments, the S 65 AMG stands as a work of automotive art. All it asks for is a driver bold enough to take the wheel. The interior of the 2007 S-Class embodies a synergy of timeless craf tsmanship and technological innovation. The wood-/ leather-trimmed steering wheel 1 helps make you feel as though you’re one with the road. The hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim, featured throughout the luxurious cabin, is finished and set by hand. And the fiber-optic lines that glow from beneath the wood trim provide ambient lighting that is pleasing to both the mind and the eyes. The optional Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats are a journey into the realm of the senses. Beneath their skillfully stitched and buttery soft leather surfaces are 13 adjustable pneumatic chambers, seven of which can deliver four different levels of massage, helping to reduce stress and maintain awareness. These very special 14-way adjustable seats also react to provide additional support to the driver and front passenger during turns, and play a part in our revolutionary PRE-SAFE ® system. 1 Standard S 600. Optional S 550. AMG-design wood-/leather-trimmed sport steering wheel is standard on S 65 AMG. S 65 AMG shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint. S 550 shown with optional Night View Assist. A Be tt er Way To P eer Into The Dar k Says A Lot A bout The Challenge Of Being Visionary. Our available Night View Assist helps you see in the dark nearly 500 feet ahead. Unlike most systems, Night View Assist actually projects infrared light from two projectors in the headlamps, allowing it to see both warm objects (such as deer and pedestrians) and cold objects (such as a fallen tree) on even the darkest nights. When you activate the system, a high-resolution black-and-white image appears in the instrument panel behind the steering wheel, depicting objects illuminated by the infrared light. Like our antilock brakes and Electronic Stability Program (ESP ®), Night View Assist joins a long list of automotive technological innovations that made their Mercedes-Benz debut on an S-Class. Nothing is more powerful than an idea. Take the Mercedes-Benz safety concept, which is beyond sophisticated and has been split into four distinct areas: PERFORM-SAFE, PRE-SAFE ® , PASSIVESAFE and POST-SAFE. PERFORM-SAFE helps drivers avoid dangerous situations, and includes systems like ABS and Active Curve-Illuminating Headlamps. PRE-SAFE helps reduce injuries by tensioning the seat belts and moving the front passenger and optional power rear passenger seats into more favorable positions. If an impending rollover is detected, PRE-SAFE will also close the sunroof 1 and windows. PASSIVE-SAFE becomes ef fective during an accident and includes eight air bags offering 10-way protection. And finally, POST-SAFE activates after an accident occurs, automatically shutting off the car’s engine, unlocking passenger doors and calling an emergency response center via the Tele Aid System.2 S 550 shown in Obsidian Black metallic paint with optional Parktronic system and Dynamic Rear View Monitor. 1 Not applicable for optional Panorama Roof. Not available S 600. 2 First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. An Automobile That Can Anticipat e An Accident. From A Com pan y That R egular ly Knows What ’s Coming Ne xt. It Should Come As No Sur pr ise That Our Lov e Of The Road Is Unconditional. Perhaps the greatest luxury the S 550 offers is peace of mind: it can handle a variety of weather and road conditions. When equipped with optional 4 MATIC ™ permanent all-wheel drive, the S 550 automatically sends torque to all four wheels for optimum control, even when driving conditions are not their best.1 A 45/55 front/rear torque split affords the S-Class the assured balance, performance and steering attributes of a rear-wheel-drive vehicle. 4 MATIC also incorporates our 4-wheel Electronic Traction System. This advanced feature monitors wheel speed and, upon sensing slippage, can brake any one of the wheels individually, routing power to the wheel or wheels with traction. If necessary, 4 MATIC can get the S 550 moving — even if only one wheel has traction — until the other wheels regain their grip. S 550 shown in Barolo Red metallic paint and the envy of an industry. 1 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires. The R e volutions For 2 0 07. A great number of the innovations now found on nearly every automobile — such as antilock brakes and crumple zones — were first incorporated into passenger vehicles by Mercedes-Benz. The 2007 S-Class continues that tradition. And we look forward to helping lead the automotive industry into the future. S 550 shown in Pewter metallic paint. T echnology Illustration for purposes of showing relative ranges of low-beam headlamps (white lines) and infrared projection (red lines). Distances are approximate. Not drawn to scale. A. NIGHT VIEW ASSIST 1 [] Optional Night View Assist employs infrared light advantages over competitive systems: B. DISTRONIC PLUS ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL 2 [ ] technology — yet another industry first from • Because this system projects infrared light, Using two separate onboard radar systems, Distronic Plus Mercedes-Benz Night View Assist has several Mercedes-Benz — to detect objects up to 500 feet it is effective up to 500 feet ahead, which is farther Adaptive Cruise Control monitors the vehicle ahead and ahead in near-total darkness. This system, which can than the range of low beams. adjusts your speed to help maintain your selected be selected via a switch to the left of the steering • Some other systems rely on heat signatures from following distance. This system makes long journeys even wheel, uses infrared projectors in the headlamps to animals or humans, leaving objects such as rocks more pleasurable by reducing the need for the driver to bathe the road ahead in infrared light that’s invisible or debris virtually invisible. Mercedes-Benz Night continually adjust the cruise control setting. In stop-and- to the naked eye. An infrared camera to the right of View Assist overcomes this shortcoming, as it is go traffic, Distronic Plus can automatically keep pace by the rearview mirror assembly captures the reflected able to display both warm and cold objects. bringing the vehicle to a complete stop when the vehicle IR light and converts it to an image that is displayed on a high-resolution screen in the instrument cluster. When the system is activated, the speedometer is displayed as a horizontal bar on the bottom of the • Displaying a black-and-white image on a directly ahead stops, then start you moving again with high-resolution screen (rather than the windshield) traffic.3 If the vehicle ahead of you suddenly slows or creates a clear, sharp picture. comes to an abrupt stop, the Distronic Proximity Warning Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. System will issue a visual and audio warning 4 in case the screen. The system works only in conjunction with low driver has not already taken appropriate braking action. beams. New for the 2007 S-Class: If the vehicle that the system is monitoring slows to a complete stop, Distronic Plus uses up to 40% of the vehicle’s braking capacity to stop your vehicle. Standard S 600. Optional S 550 and S 65 AMG. 1 Night View Assist does not replace the use of headlamps and should not be used as the primary visual source for the driver. 2 Distronic Plus Adaptive Cruise Control is no substitute for active driving involvement. It does not react to stationary objects, nor recognize or predict the curvature and lane layout of the road or the movement of vehicles ahead, and can only apply a maximum of 40% of vehicle braking power. It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to be attentive to traffic and road conditions, and to provide the steering, braking and other driving inputs necessary to retain control of the vehicle. 3 If the vehicle has been at a standstill for more than a few seconds, Distronic Plus Adaptive Cruise Control will need to be reengaged by touching 2 2 / 2 3 STA N DA R D A N D O P T I O N A L F E AT U R E S A B C C. PARKTRONIC SYSTEM [] D D. DYNAMIC REAR VIEW MONITOR [] E When parking, ultrasonic sensors in the front and This innovative driver assistance advancement enables E. BI-XENON HEADLAMPS WITH ACTIVE CURVE ILLUMINATION [ rear bumpers detect nearby objects within the system’s you to see what’s behind your vehicle when reversing.5 To help you see better around corners at night, these range. Audible signals and illuminated displays, visible It also makes parallel parking and backing into a active headlamps turn along with your steering wheel. in both the instrument cluster and rearview mirror, parking space easier and more accurate than ever As a result, you get a better view into corners by help you maneuver with confidence. This system helps before. When you shift into Reverse, a wide-angle increasing usable illumination by up to 90% over you avoid obstacles that might be outside your field camera mounted discreetly in the trunk lid recess area conventional fixed headlamps. Bi-Xenon headlamps of vision when parking in tight spaces. (Park assist near the license plate captures an image of what’s deliver superior visibility over halogen headlamps feature is included with standard Distronic Plus Adaptive behind the vehicle and displays it on the COMAND because their brighter, whiter light is much closer Cruise Control on the S 600). screen on the dashboard. This image is overlaid with to natural sunlight. They also incorporate dynamic level Standard S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. dynamic guidelines which react to steering-wheel inputs control and high-pressure heated headlamp washers. to assist the driver in making accurate parking When making tight turns at low speeds, the cornering maneuvers. These guidelines can be alternated between light function illuminates the area to the inside of Parallel Parking and Backing-In mode, depending on the the turn for better visibility. driver’s need. Standard all models. Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. the accelerator pedal or pulling the Distronic Plus stalk. 4 Drivers are cautioned not to wait for the Distronic Proximity Warning System before braking, as that may not afford sufficient time and distance to brake safely. 5 Dynamic Rear View Monitor does not audibly notify driver of nearby objects and is not a substitute for actively checking around the vehicle for any obstacles. [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. A. COMAND SYSTEM A B D A C E [ The new COMAND system makes controlling the main B. HARMAN/KARDON ® LOGIC7 ® DIGITAL SURROUND-SOUND SYSTEM D. SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO 2 [ ] systems in the S-Class easy and intuitive, while also The harman/kardon LOGIC7 digital surround-sound SIRIUS Satellite Radio brings you over 120 digital helping reduce potential driver distraction. COMAND gives system fills the S-Class cabin with 600 watts of channels of music, sports, news and talk — including you precise control over the audio, climate, telephone and beautifully balanced sound. Fourteen optimally live coverage of the NFL,® NHL ® and NBA. When equipped Navigation Systems, visible front-seat adjustments and placed speakers deliver an enthralling surround-sound with this feature, a 6-month subscription is included if many vehicle settings via an 8" color wide screen at the experience from MP3s, SIRIUS Satellite Radio 1, the activated at the time the vehicle is purchased. top of the dashboard, within the driver’s line of sight. You standard 6-disc CD changer and even discs in Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. also have access to most audio features, the Hands-Free DVD-Audio and DTS formats. An integrated microphone Communication System and the Navigation System monitors vehicle acoustics and adjusts frequency E. CLIMATE CONTROL via Voice Control. response to deliver the optimum sound experience. The dual-zone climate control system, standard on the Standard all models. Standard all models. S 550, delivers comfortable and precise heating and [ [ cooling to the cabin. When set to the Auto position, this C. MEMORY CARD SLOT [ system can even monitor sunlight intensity and seat The PCMCIA multimedia slot lets you bring your digital occupancy, thus determining which side of the car requires music into your S-Class. Simply transfer digital audio greater cooling and adjusting the temperature and airflow files from your PC onto a widely available memory card accordingly. An enhanced 4-zone climate control system and slip it into your S-Class. You’ll then be able to comes standard on the S 600 and S 65 AMG (optional on scroll through playlists and song titles via the COMAND the S 550). It fine-tunes the conditions even further so that system’s graphical user interface. Many other memory all passengers can create their individual comfort zones. card formats, such as SD and Compact Flash, are Standard all models. supported with the aid of an adapter. (PCMCIA adapter card required. Sold separately.) Standard all models. 1 When equipped with this feature. 2 Programming subject to change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. While the SIRIUS network of satellite and terrestrial antennae provides nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., SIRIUS service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons, including environmental or topographic conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages or within or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the SIRIUS signal. SIRIUS, the dog logo and SIRIUS stream names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio. NFL® is a registered trademark of the National Football League and its affiliates. NHL® is a registered trademark of the National Hockey League. The National Basketball Association name is the property of NBA Properties, Inc. 3 While the Navigation System provides directional assistance, the driver must remain focused on safe driving behavior, including paying attention to traffic and street signs. The driver should utilize the system’s audio cues while driving and should only consult the map or verbal displays once the vehicle has been stopped in a safe place. Maps do not cover all areas nor all routes within an area. 24 / 2 5 STA N DA R D A N D O P T I O N A L F E AT U R E S F. NEXT GENERATION NAVIGATION SYSTEM 3 F H J G I J [ you to initiate and receive calls using the COMAND I. MULTI-HANDSET INTERFACE 7 With greater detail and faster processing than previous system, the multifunction steering wheel or Voice Another option for using the Hands-Free Communication systems, this new Navigation System dispenses with Control. Calls are delivered through the audio system, System is the Multi-Handset Interface. Simply plug your using discs, instead employing a 20-gigabyte hard drive which is automatically paused or muted. Your cellular approved compatible phone into the appropriate accessory to store maps, Points Of Interest and driving directions. phone’s phone book can also be downloaded into the cradle and it will be automatically charged and connected Using GPS technology, detailed driving directions are vehicle’s hard drive for easy access through the to the vehicle’s Hands-Free Communication System. Your provided along with audio instructions via a friendly COMAND system.5 A keypad is integrated into the center phone will also be connected to the integrated roof voice. Maps are displayed on the COMAND system’s handrest for easy dialing and incoming caller ID is antenna for better reception. large color-LCD screen. You can input your destination displayed on the COMAND screen. The Hands-Free Sold separately.8 Not available with Bluetooth interface. and select from points of interest such as gas stations, Communication System requires one of two accessory hotels, restaurants and Mercedes-Benz dealerships interfaces (sold separately): J. KEYLESS GO through the COMAND system or by using Voice Control. Standard all models. A leap in ease and efficiency, this option lets you open Data for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii [] or lock any door or the trunk while leaving your vehicle’s H. BLUETOOTH ® INTERFACE 6 is included standard. Periodic updates can be obtained SmartKey in your pocket. To start the vehicle, simply from your authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer. Now you can make calls and access your phone book step on the brake pedal and push the Start button on the Standard all models. without ever taking your cellular phone out of your vehicle’s ignition. You can also start the vehicle in the pocket. Using the accessory Bluetooth interface, the conventional way by removing the Start/Stop button and G. HANDS-FREE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM WITH VOICE CONTROL 4 [ Hands-Free Communication System integrates itself inserting the SmartKey in the ignition. wirelessly with your approved compatible phone.7 Once Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. The Mercedes-Benz Hands-Free Communication System the Bluetooth interface is initialized with the phone, incorporates state-of-the-art communications technology the system will automatically recognize your phone each with the engineering expertise of Mercedes-Benz. This time you enter the vehicle. system works with your existing approved cellular phone Sold separately.8 Not available with Multi-Handset Interface. 5 by seamlessly integrating it into your vehicle. It allows 4 Always plug the phone into the cradle for use inside the vehicle or use the Bluetooth interface. Otherwise operating a non-approved phone or radio transmitter with its own attached or built-in antenna while the engine is running can interfere with the vehicle’s electronic systems. For safety reasons, the driver should not use a cellular phone while the vehicle is in motion. We encourage the driver to stop the vehicle in a safe location before answering or placing a call. See your Mercedes-Benz dealer or visit www.Wireless4MB.com for current handset availability. Not all approved phones support all system features. See dealer for details. 5 Certain Mercedes-Benz-approved phones support voice interactivity, but not the phone book download feature, with Bluetooth technology. See dealer for details. 6 BLUETOOTH INTERFACE DOES NOT PROVIDE PHONE CHARGING OR EXTERNAL ANTENNA. PHONE BOOK DOWNLOAD AND VOICE INTERACTIVITY FEATURES ARE DEPENDENT ON SELECTED HANDSET. VISIT WWW.WIRELESS4MB.COM FOR DETAILS. 7 Interface and phone sold separately. See dealer for a list of approved compatible phones. 8 Includes one-year, unlimited-mileage warranty. See dealer for details. [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. A B A C A. DRIVE-DYNAMIC MULTICONTOUR FRONT SEATS WITH 4-STAGE MASSAGE FUNCTION [ ] B. PANORAMA ROOF [] D D. REAR-SEAT PACKAGE [] A large dual-panel glass Panorama Roof provides both The optional Rear-Seat Package includes 8-way front- and rear-seat passengers with a view of the sky. power-adjustable rear outboard seats with heating, Adding the Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats The front panel can either tilt open or slide over the rear ventilation and 4-zone climate control. This enables provides the ultimate in seating ergonomics and panel to open completely. Independently operated rear outboard passengers to adjust their seats to a comfort. Thirteen pneumatic chambers in the seat can interior power sunshades cover both glass roof panels. variety of comfortable positions. The 4-zone climate be adjusted for an optimum seating position. Four Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. control system is a luxurious touch that enables occupants to create four separate climate zones levels of massage help fight fatigue by stimulating For added control when cornering, the system also C. COMFORT HEATED AND ACTIVE VENTILATED SEATS continuously monitors driving conditions and adjusts Three levels of heating and cooling are available for air chambers within the seat for added support on the front and rear outboard seats. Active Ventilated Seats side where you need it, helping to counteract lateral are designed to keep you cool during warmer months G-forces. If PRE-SAFE ® senses that a collision is by gently circulating air through perforations in imminent, Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats will the seat and backrest, which also helps eliminate inflate the outboard air chambers in the cushions and perspiration buildup. Using both the ventilation and seatbacks to help hold the driver and front passenger heating features of the seats simultaneously can help in their positions. keep you warm and dry on damp and rainy days. Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. muscles and blood throughout the back and legs. 1 Active Ventilated and multicontour rear seats optional on S 65 AMG. 4-zone climate control system standard on S 65 AMG. according to their preferences. [] Standard S 600. Optional S 550 and S 65 AMG.1 2 6 / 2 7 STA N DA R D A N D O P T I O N A L F E AT U R E S E. AMBIENT LIGHTING E G I F H J [ G. ANALOG CLOCK [ I. ELECTRONIC TRUNK CLOSER [] Fiber-optic lighting bathes the S-Class cabin in a soft As an homage to prior S-Class generations, a large This feature allows the driver to fully open and close amber glow that helps the driver find controls or items illuminated analog clock is prominently displayed on the trunk via a switch on the driver’s interior door panel. at night. The amber color was specifically selected the dashboard. Constructed of elegant, high-quality You can also close the trunk lid by pressing a button on to help reduce eyestrain. In nighttime driving, the materials, its design echoes the gauges of classic the underside of the trunk lid, or open it with the ambient lighting prevents the driver from becoming Mercedes-Benz automobiles. The S 65 AMG offers SmartKey remote. too accustomed to the darkness, thus reducing the an exclusive IWC-design analog clock. Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. dazzling effect from oncoming traffic. When the door Standard all models. J. SPACIOUS TRUNK is opened, the adjustable ambient lighting is at its brightest; it then dims as the vehicle gets under way. Standard all models. H. NOISE-REDUCING AND INFRARED-REFLECTING GLASS [ The S-Class is endowed with 16.3 cu ft of trunk space, [ which is room enough for golf bags, luggage and The S-Class windows are constructed using dual layers whatever else you need to bring along. Useful grocery of glass and film laminates, which help lessen road bag hooks, lashing points and even underfloor storage The Variable Doorstop holds the door open at virtually and wind noise. In addition, these laminates are coated have all been carefully integrated. any point in its swing range. This feature makes getting with pure silver and metal oxides that reflect up to 80% Standard all models. in or out of the car on hills easier. It also gives you more of infrared light to help keep heat out of the cabin. UV control when opening the door in tight spaces, such as radiation is also reduced by approximately 95% while parking spots or garages. thermal radiation is reduced by up to 15% via the Standard all models. windscreen. F. VARIABLE DOORSTOP [ Standard all models. [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. Engine And T r ansmission ALL-NEW 5.5-LITER V-8 7-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Larger and more powerful, the S-Class’s new V-8 engine The Mercedes-Benz S 550 is the only car in its class is one of the most advanced engines Mercedes-Benz to have a 7-speed automatic transmission as standard has ever put into a production car. This 5.5-liter V-8 equipment. The transmission’s wide range of closely produces 382 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 391 lb-ft spaced gears gives the driver the ideal gear ratio for of torque at 2,800-4,800 rpm. To help reduce engine virtually every driving condition, which means smoother weight and increase durability, the engine block is cruising and immediate response for acceleration and made of cast aluminum with a solid bedplate, a passing. It also helps improve fuel efficiency during construction similiar to that of winning Mercedes-Benz highway driving. racecar engines. Its innovative aluminum-silicon-alloy cylinder sleeves help reduce friction by up to 50% versus conventional iron liners. It is also smoother and more efficient, thanks in part to the use of four valves per cylinder, dual overhead cams and continuously variable intake and exhaust valve timing. The result is a smooth and immediate power delivery that whisks the S 550 from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds.1 1 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. 28/29 DRIVETRAIN S 550 shown in Iridium Silver metallic paint with optional AMG Sport Package. AMG 6.0-LITER, BI-TURBO V-12 BI-TURBO V-12 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION The S 65 AMG is the most powerful Mercedes-Benz sedan A true thoroughbred, the 5.5-liter, bi-turbo V-12 in the S 600 The S 600’s 5-speed automatic was designed to handle offered, unleashing a 6.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V-12 produces 510 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and an astonishing the massive torque of its bi-turbo V-12. Responsive and engine hand-built from start to finish by a master technician. 612 lb-ft of peak torque between 1,800–3,500 rpm. The dynamic, this gearbox is driver-adaptive, meaning it In fact, less than 100 technicians in the world are qualified 2-piece, die-cast engine block provides exceptional strength, actually learns how you like to drive and adjusts its shift to assemble these engines. Offering supreme power and as do the double-hardened polished crankshafts and points accordingly. For sporty driving, the Touch Shift performance, this is a limited-production powerplant that lightweight/high-strength magnesium cylinder head covers. feature allows the driver to select gears by using the sends the S 65 AMG from 0 to 60 in a heart-pounding 4.2 Two turbochargers — one per cylinder bank — efficiently shift buttons on the rear of the steering wheel. And the seconds.1 Helping it deliver 604 horsepower and 738 lb-ft increase peak power and deliver massive low-end torque. 5-speed transmission with SPEEDSHIFT ™ in the S 65 AMG of torque is a high-strength, balanced forged steel crankshaft The combination of the high-torque V-12 engine with two gives you the advantages of racing-inspired technology, with high-performance main and connecting rods, compact turbochargers (rather than one large one) and an including smooth gear changes and enhanced power. lightweight/high-strength forged aluminum AMG pistons optimized turbine nearly eliminates “turbo lag.” Two liquid- and high-capacity fuel injectors with enlarged nozzles. to-air intercoolers yield a charge for more powerful Furthermore, low-temperature, high-capacity air-water combustion. For those who seek nothing less than 12 intercoolers help the engine gather a stormy 22 lb/in (psi) cylinders, this engine grants their wish with one of the best of turbocharged power. examples ever made. Handling A A. AIRMATIC SEMI-ACTIVE SUSPENSION B C D [ — C. ADAPTIVE DAMPING SYSTEM (ADS-II) [ For a balanced, comfortable ride, the S-Class employs Part of Airmatic Semi-Active Suspension, the Adaptive electronically controlled air springs that adjust to Damping System lets you tailor your driving experience changing driving conditions. Airmatic also lowers the with two selectable driving modes — one for Sport and ride height at higher speeds for improved aerodynamics one for Comfort — at the touch of a button. ADS-II and fuel efficiency. To help compensate for additional continually optimizes ride and handling by individually cargo or passenger weight, Airmatic automatically levels adjusting each wheel’s shock-absorber rate every time the vehicle. the wheel changes its direction of up-down travel. Standard S 550. Not available S 600 and S 65 AMG. Standard all models. B. ACTIVE BODY CONTROL (ABC) [] D. MULTILINK SUSPENSION [ The S-Class is available with Active Body Control, arguably The S-Class uses a 4-wheel multilink suspension for the most advanced automotive suspension system in exceptional poise and control, even under severe production. ABC provides an ideal balance of ride comfort braking. The 5-arm rear multilink design — a and handling while virtually eliminating bodyroll during Mercedes-Benz innovation — controls rear-wheel cornering. For a more luxurious, composed ride, this movement with outstanding precision. For more dynamic system uses a series of sensors and electronically handling, the front axle assembly, 4-link suspension and controlled high-pressure hydraulics to reduce the effects steering gear are all preassembled along with the engine of roll, vibration, pitch, dive and squat. When going and transmission on an extraordinarily rigid steel frame. around a turn, ABC stiffens the outer suspension and The use of lightweight/high-strength aluminum lowers the inner suspension to help counteract the suspension components helps reduce unsprung weight physical forces at play when a vehicle is cornering. This and improve handling. works to maintain consistent tire contact with the road for Standard all models. improved control and passenger comfort. ABC can also raise the vehicle’s ground clearance for driving on rutted or snowy roads. The S 65 AMG features AMG-modified ABC for even sportier handling. Standard S 600 and S 65 AMG. Optional S 550. 30/31 HANDLING E F [ G G. ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE [ E. 4 MATIC ™ PERMANENT ALL-WHEEL DRIVE WITH 4-WHEEL ELECTRONIC TRACTION SYSTEM (4-ETS) ] — F. BRAKES The S-Class is endowed with large, cross-drilled front New for 2007, the convenient Electronic Parking Brake For optimum traction, even in slippery conditions, the and internally ventilated rear disc brakes to provide can be engaged or disengaged at the touch of a button. Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive system powerful stopping control. The S 65 AMG is equipped It also automatically disengages when you shift into gear incorporates our advanced 4-wheel Electronic Traction with 15.4" front and 14.4" rear compound disc brakes and apply the gas. This feature increases the usable System. 4-ETS can get you going even when only one wheel and front twin-sliding calipers. The Brake Drying feature footwell space by eliminating the need for a mechanical has grip. Sensors at each wheel monitor traction. If one or is designed to increase stopping performance in wet brake pedal or handle. more wheels start to slip, 4-ETS can brake those wheels conditions by intermittently (and imperceptibly) pressing Standard all models. individually and shift power to the wheel or wheels with the the brake pads against the rotors when the windshield most traction. It can rebalance power seamlessly and wipers are in use to remove excess water on the rotors. enhances the overall effectiveness of all-wheel drive. For added control in stop-and-go traffic or when parking, Optional S 550. Not available S 600 and S 65 AMG. hill-start assist maintains braking pressure for about one second when the driver releases the brakes on an incline to stop the car from rolling backward in Drive or forward in Reverse. Standard all models. [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. — Not available. Saf e ty S 550 shown in Capri Blue metallic paint with optional 19" multispoke light-alloy wheels. [ MERCEDES-BENZ SAFETY PHILOSOPHY ENHANCED PRE-SAFE ® At Mercedes-Benz, safety goes well beyond engineering An integral part of the Mercedes-Benz safety philosophy, BRAKE ASSIST (BAS) AND BRAKE ASSIST PLUS (BAS PLUS) vehicles that protect you in an accident. Our safety the PRE-SAFE system continuously monitors driving Research has shown that drivers rarely apply the brakes philosophy takes a proactive approach to many aspects conditions to help sense and prepare for an impending hard enough, soon enough, during an emergency of driving safety: PERFORM-SAFE systems, such as the accident. PRE-SAFE uses sensors from two of the active situation. Brake Assist — a PERFORM-SAFE feature — Electronic Stability Program and Adaptive Brakes, help safety systems already in every S-Class: BAS and ESP. If monitors pedal application speed to sense emergency you avoid a dangerous situation; PRE-SAFE enables the certain circumstances suggest a possible accident is braking and will provide maximum braking power to vehicle to anticipate and prepare for certain potential imminent, PRE-SAFE takes action to help protect you prepare for hard braking. Brake Assist Plus, which is collisions; PASSIVE-SAFE includes such features as air better. Electronic tensioners tighten the seat belts of the only available on vehicles equipped with Distronic Plus bags 1 and seat-belt tensioners; and POST-SAFE systems, belted front-seat occupants. PRE-SAFE adjusts the Adaptive Cruise Control, adds the benefit of working like automatic engine cutoff, are designed to help occupied front passenger and both rear passengers’ with Distronic Plus’s braking capabilities. If Distronic minimize the risk to occupants in the immediate seats and raises retracted headrests (if equipped with Plus’s radar detects that the vehicle has suddenly moved aftermath of a crash, prevent worsening of the situation optional power seats) to put passengers in a more too close to the vehicle ahead, BAS Plus will prepare the and help facilitate rapid assistance by rescue workers. favorable position for air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness. brakes for hard braking by the driver. No other automaker takes safety more seriously than the If system sensors detect severe skidding that may result Brake Assist: Standard S 550 and S 65 AMG. Not available S 600. one that invented crumple zones and the Electronic in a rollover, PRE-SAFE closes the windows and sunroof.2 Brake Assist Plus: Standard S 600. Optional S 550 and S 65 AMG. Stability Program, among other safety milestones. In addition, in vehicles equipped with optional Drive- [ ]— Dynamic multicontour front seats, PRE-SAFE inflates the outboard air chambers of the seat cushions and seatbacks to help laterally support the belted driver and front passenger. Should the accident be averted, PRE-SAFE will release the seat-belt tensioners and windows; the sunroof and seats can then be manually readjusted. Standard all models. 1 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS. 2 A small gap is left near the full-close position. For vehicles with Panorama Roof, Enhanced PRE-SAFE will not automatically close the sunroof in the event of an impending accident. 3 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. 3 2 / 3 3 SA F E T Y ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP ®) [ CUTTING POINTS [ BODY STRUCTURE [ This PERFORM-SAFE feature continuously monitors your To aid rescue workers, the S-Class windshield and rear At the core of the PASSIVE-SAFE system is the body of vehicle’s motion to help keep you going in your intended window are marked with cutting points for the A and C the S-Class, which forms a formidable safety structure. direction. If it detects wheelspin, severe understeer pillars. This POST-SAFE feature helps rescue workers High-Strength/Low-Alloy and Ultra-High-Strength/ (plowing) or oversteer (fishtailing), the Electronic Stability identify areas in which it is safe to use hydraulic tools to Low-Alloy steel are used in important areas throughout Program can brake individual wheels and reduce engine cut away the roof of the vehicle without cutting through the vehicle. Full-width front and rear crossmembers, power to help bring the vehicle back under control. ESP any undeployed safety systems. along with a reinforced floorpan, doors and door sills, is especially important in helping to control your vehicle Standard all models. combine to provide protection in a variety of impacts. during accident-avoidance maneuvers and helping to Advanced front and rear crumple zones progressively [ reduce the possibility of a rollover.3 Mercedes-Benz 10-WAY AIR BAG PROTECTION 1 pioneered this important safety feature in 1995 and has The S-Class PASSIVE-SAFE system features the 10-way underhood components are staggered to help prevent continued to refine its performance ever since. protection of an 8-air bag system. It includes dual-stage them from stacking up in a frontal impact, thereby Standard all models. front air bags, front and rear side-impact air bags and reducing the likelihood of intrusion into the cabin. An full-length Window Curtain Air Bags. The Window Curtain ellipsoidal front bulkhead helps channel some of the Air Bags deploy along the front and rear windows of the forces of a frontal impact under, over and around the Seat belts are arguably the most important PASSIVE-SAFE affected side, to help protect outboard occupants from passenger cabin. feature, so the S-Class incorporates seat belts with head injury and broken glass in certain side impacts Standard all models. Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt force or rollovers. limiters.4 In the event of a collision exceeding a preset Standard all models. SEAT BELTS [ deform to help absorb the energy of an impact, while threshold, the ETDs use a pyrotechnic charge to instantly [ remove slack from the seat belts. Belt force limiters SIDE-IMPACT PROTECTION allow a slight amount of give in the seat belts. This helps Reinforced doors, side sills and floorpan are part of an to more evenly distribute the forces between the air bags integrated safety design that also includes high-strength and seat belts (for front-seat occupants) 1 and helps seat structures. All of these PASSIVE-SAFE systems work reduce the peak seat-belt forces on the occupant. in concert to help protect occupants in side impacts. Standard all models. Four side-impact air bags and Window Curtain Air Bags further enhance occupant protection.1 Standard all models. Please always wear your seat belt. Performance is limited by available traction, which snow, ice and other conditions can affect. Always drive carefully, consistent with conditions. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires. 4 Front and rear outboard seats only. [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. – Not available. Color And T r im DESIGN YOUR UNIQUE S-CLASS is adorned with fine-grain Exclusive Leather, Burl Walnut Customize the look of your S-Class to reflect your wood trim and an Alcantara suede-like headliner. The personal style. First choose from a variety of metallic S 65 AMG offers unique sport seats hand-fitted with and non-metallic exterior paints. Then combine your Exclusive Leather featuring AMG badging on the front- favorite upholstery color choice with Burl Walnut seat backrests. Burl Walnut high-gloss wood trim is high-gloss wood trim. All exterior colors are available installed by expert craftsmen and has been specially with all upholstery colors. The S 550 comes with treated so as to resist splintering in case of an accident. hand-fitted, glove-soft leather standard and Premium Because when it comes to the comfort and safety of our Leather as an optional upgrade. The cabin of the S 600 drivers, nothing is left to chance. INTERIOR UPHOLSTERY AND TRIM WOOD TRIM Available in Leather, Premium Leather and Exclusive Leather 1 Gloss Savanna/Cashmere Grey/Dark Grey Black Burl Walnut 1 Leather upholstery is standard on the S 550. Premium Leather upholstery is optional on the S 550. Exclusive Leather upholstery is standard on the S 600 and S 65 AMG and not available on the S 550. 3 4 / 3 5 C O LO R A N D T R I M S 550 shown in Pewter metallic paint. NANO-PARTICLE PAINT: BEAUTY AT THE FOREFRONT OF SCIENCE; PROTECTION AT THE MOLECULAR LEVEL [ is tens of thousands of times thinner than a human fine scratches — such as those caused by car washes and hair (just 0.000001 millimeters in diameter), but when environmental factors — than conventional paint finishes, joined together they are incredibly durable. When the for an enduring deep gloss. To those who say that To keep your S-Class’s exterior looking its best for clearcoat is applied, the nano-particles float around beauty is only skin-deep, we can only respond that it’s a long, long time, Mercedes-Benz went to the edge of freely in the liquid paint. As the paint cures, the particles much, much thinner than that. scientific exploration: nanotechnology. Mercedes-Benz cross-link into a strong, dense network, almost like an Standard all models. incorporates microscopic ceramic nano-particles into invisible chain-link fence. The resulting finish offers the clearcoat of the paint. Each ceramic nano-particle considerably greater and longer-lasting resistance to EXTERIOR PAINTWORK Non-Metallic 040 Black 650 Arctic White Metallic 189 Black Opal 197 Obsidian Black 300 Jade Green 359 Capri Blue 368 Flint Grey 370 Andorite Grey 544 Barolo Red [ Standard. 723 Pewter ] 775 Iridium Silver Optional or included with a package. To enhance the S-Class experience, we offer three exclusive designo editions. Each features the soothing touch of glove-soft, hand-fitted Nappa leather and lustrous designo wood trim that is individually selected for harmonious appearance and handfinished to give you true Old World craftsmanship. You’ll also find our exclusive interior treatment, with Nappa leather covering the dashboard, doors and console while Alcantara on the pillars, sun visors and ceiling creates its own soft ambience. And whether you choose the elegant Mystic White Edition, the enticing Espresso Edition or the sophisticated Graphite Edition, you’ll be surrounded by a unique expression of your own personal style. designo ESPRESSO EDITION designo MYSTIC WHITE EDITION designo GRAPHITE EDITION The cool sophistication of designo Mocha Black metallic Shimmering designo Mystic White metallic paint Beneath a rich designo Graphite metallic exterior, you’ll paint sets the stage for an engaging experience within. presents an irresistible invitation to the world of elegant find a tasteful blend of luxurious textures. Take in the Find enchantment in soft designo Armagnac Brown style. Once you’re inside, supple Porcelain Nappa elegance of designo Corteccia Nappa leather applied Nappa leather hand-fitted to the seats, center armrests leather, applied by hand throughout the cabin, welcomes by hand throughout the charcoal cabin and enjoy the look and door-trim inserts of the cabin. Lustrous Natural your touch. Hand-finished Black Piano Lacquer wood of Matte Oak wood trimming the doors, console, steering Maple wood trim is the perfect complement to this rich trims the doors, console, steering wheel and overhead wheel and beyond for added visual flavor. Exclusive motif, while the plush designo floor mats are finely assist grips to stunning effect. designo floor mats designo floor mats are edged in black leather. tailored with black leather borders. trimmed in black leather treat every guest to a final touch of indulgence. 033 Mocha Black Armagnac Natural Maple wood 038 Mystic White Porcelain Black Piano Lacquer wood 041 Graphite Corteccia Matte Oak wood 3 6 / 3 7 d e s i g n o E D I T I O N S / AC C E S S O R I E S A C E B D F A. iPOD ® INTEGRATION KIT 1 B. DOOR SILL PANELS (NON-ILLUMINATED) ACCESSORY ALUMINUM-ALLOY WHEELS 2 Your music. Your Mercedes-Benz. Taking your personal These high-quality front and rear door sill panels Mercedes-Benz accessory aluminum-alloy wheels are music collection with you wherever you go has never are made from brushed stainless steel. Panels feature a stylish way to express your individuality and make been easier. Mercedes-Benz offers seamless integration chrome-backed Mercedes-Benz lettering with inlay. a statement. Engineered to the highest standards, each of your iPod into the audio system of your S-Class. Four per set. accessory wheel puts a unique spin on your S-Class. connector-equipped iPod device, the iPod Integration Kit C. CHROME MIRROR HOUSINGS E. DENEBOLA 19" 9-TWIN-SPOKE 2 even allows your iPod to charge itself while playing. These high-sheen exterior chrome mirror housings Finish: Sterling silver. Front wheel size: 8.5Jx19 ET 43. Steering-wheel controls and a visual display of the track perfectly complement the range of coordinating exterior Front tire size: 255/40 R19. Rear wheel size: 9.5Jx19 ET 43. information make your iPod a perfect fit with your refinements. Two per set. Rear tire size: 275/40 R19. Control your iPod via steering-wheel mounted buttons: D. CHROME HEADLAMP RINGS F. ERIDANUS 18" 5-TWIN-SPOKE 2 • Navigate within the current iPod music menu. Add extra flair to the distinctive look of your S-Class with Finish: Sterling silver. Front wheel size: 8.5Jx18 ET 43. • Fast-forward and Rewind. this set of chrome headlamp rings. Two per set. Front tire size: 255/45 R18. Rear wheel size: 9.5Jx18 ET 43. With an interface that is compatible with any dock- Mercedes-Benz. • Volume Control, Select, Change Menu. Rear tire size: 275/45 R18. • Display of current iPod selection. The brochure of genuine Mercedes-Benz accessories is available at your Mercedes-Benz dealership. 1 iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All iPod devices are sold separately. Feature not available with iPod Shuffle. See dealer for details. 2 Not available S 65 AMG. ENGINE S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Engine size and type 5,461-cc DOHC 32-valve V-8 Die-cast aluminum-alloy cylinder block. Aluminum-alloy heads. 382 hp @ 6,000 rpm 391 lb-ft @ 2,800-4,800 rpm 10.7:1 Sequential fuel injection and ignition. Four valves per cylinder with continuously variable intake and exhaust valve timing. Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane. 23.8 gal — 2.9 gal 5,513-cc SOHC 5.5-liter bi-turbo 36-valve V-12 Die-cast aluminum-alloy cylinder block. Aluminum-alloy with die-cast magnesium cylinder heads. 510 hp @ 5,000 rpm 612 lb-ft @ 1,800-3,500 rpm 9.0:1 Sequential fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition. AMG 5,980-cc SOHC bi-turbo intercooled V-12 Die-cast aluminum-alloy cylinder block. Aluminum-alloy with die-cast magnesium cylinder heads. 604 hp @ 4,800-5,100 rpm 738 lb-ft @ 2,000-4,000 rpm 9.0:1 Sequential fuel injection and phased twin-spark ignition. Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane. 23.8 gal — 2.9 gal Premium unleaded gasoline, 91 pump octane. 23.8 gal — 2.9 gal DRIVETRAIN S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Transmission type Transmission features 7-speed automatic (S 550 and S 550 4MATIC). 5-speed automatic. AMG-enhanced 5-speed automatic with AMG SPEEDSHIFT. Electronically controlled shifting. Driver-adaptive programming adjusts shift points to the driver’s current driving style. Driver-selectable Comfort mode starts the vehicle moving in 2nd gear, or 2nd Reverse gear, and upshifts at lower rpm to help improve control on slippery surfaces (S 550 and S 600 have steering-wheel mounted shift buttons). S65 AMG only: AMG SPEEDSHIFT programming provides up to 35% faster gear changes, automatically downshifts during braking, prevents unwanted upshifting while cornering and features torque converter lockup in all forward gears. Manual mode allows direct-access shifting through forward gears via paddles on backs of upper steering-wheel spokes (left paddle downshifts, right paddle upshifts) or via Touch Shift feature of shift lever, and will automatically intervene only to select 1st gear when the vehicle stops. In Standard and Comfort modes, the steering-wheel paddles operate the Touch Shift feature. Rear-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive. Rear-wheel drive or optional 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive. 2.65:1 2.65:1 2.65:1 (3.07:1 with 4MATIC) Net power Net torque Compression ratio Fuel and ignition system Fuel requirement Fuel tank (capacity — reserve) AMG SPEEDSHIFT™ with Manual mode Drive configuration Rear axle ratio TRACTION/STABILITY S 550 Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) ESP compares the driver’s intended course, via steering and braking inputs, to the vehicle’s response, via lateral acceleration, rotation (yaw) and individual wheel speeds. ESP then brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces excess engine power as needed to help correct understeer (plowing) or oversteer (fishtailing). ESP also integrates all-speed traction control, which senses drive-wheel slip under acceleration and individually brakes the slipping wheel or wheels, and/or reduces excess engine power, until control is regained.1 4MATIC features a permanent 45/55 front/rear torque split maintained via a planetary center differential. 4-ETS monitors the speed of all four wheels to detect wheel slip, then applies individual brakes as needed (to provide the effect of locking the front, rear and/or center differentials) and/or reduces excess engine power. 4-ETS continually balances the torque split to ensure that power is permitted to flow to the wheel or wheels with traction. 4MATIC also incorporates the functions of ESP.1 Optional S550. Not available S600 and S65 AMG. 4MATIC™ all-wheel drive with 4-wheel Electronic Traction System (4-ETS) S 600 S 65 AMG PERFORMANCE S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Acceleration2 Fuel economy, EPA estimate3/ highway estimate4 5.6 seconds (S 550 and S 550 4MATIC). 15 mpg (S 550 and S 550 4MATIC) 22 mpg (S 550 and S 550 4MATIC) 4.5 seconds. 12 mpg 19 mpg 4.2 seconds. 13 mpg 20 mpg CHASSIS S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Front suspension Rear suspension Airmatic Semi-Active Suspension with Adaptive Damping System (ADS-II) Active Body Control (ABC) 4-link suspension, antilift control, gas-pressurized shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. (Double wishbone with 4MATIC, S 550 only.) Multilink independent suspension, antisquat and antidive system. ADS-II is an electronically controlled system that instantly adjusts Airmatic’s spring-struts to the road and driving conditions to optimize ride and handling. Standard S 550. Not available S 600 and S 65 AMG. ABC, an active suspension system, utilizes a coil spring and an electronically controlled hydraulic cylinder in series, plus a separate gas-pressurized shock absorber at each wheel. Using a total system pressure of up to 2,900 psi, ABC continually adjusts each wheel’s suspension to counteract vibration, pitch, dive, squat and roll. ABC also provides automatic allwheel level control, driver-selectable ride height and automatic lowering at higher speed. Standard S600. Standard AMG-enhanced S65 AMG. Optional S550. Not available S550 4MATIC. Rack-and-pinion with vehicle-speed-sensitive power assist. Steering WHEELS/TIRES S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Wheels Tires 18" 9-spoke light-alloy, 8.5x185 255/45 R18, all-season.5 18" 5-spoke light-alloy, 8.5x18 — 9.5x18 staggered.5 255/45 R18 front — 275/45 R18 rear, high-performance.5 20" AMG 5-spoke light-alloy, 8.5x20 — 9.5x20 staggered.5 255/35 ZR20 front—275/35 ZR20 rear, high-performance.5 BRAKES S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG Brake system Brake discs — calipers, front Brake discs — calipers, rear Antilock Braking System (ABS) Dual-circuit power-assist 4-wheel disc. Dual-circuit power-assist 4-wheel disc. AMG-enhanced dual-circuit power-assist 4-wheel disc. 13.8" ventilated — cast-iron 4-piston fixed. 14.2" ventilated — cast-iron 4-piston fixed. 15.4" perforated and ventilated — AMG dual sliding. 12.6" ventilated — cast-iron single-piston floating. 13.0" ventilated — cast-iron single-piston floating. 14.4" perforated and ventilated — AMG single-piston sliding. ABS senses impending wheel lockup under heavy braking and pumps the front brakes individually or the rear brakes together (to help maintain stability) as needed up to 30 times per second to prevent lockup and maintain steering ability. BAS senses emergency braking via the speed at which the driver presses the brake pedal and immediately applies maximum available power boost, potentially reducing the overall stopping distance by eliminating the delay caused by a common human tendency not to brake hard enough, soon enough. Reducing pressure on the brake pedal releases Brake Assist.6 Brake Assist (BAS) EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS S 550/S 600/S 65 AMG INTERIOR DIMENSIONS S 550/S 600/S 65 AMG Wheelbase Overall length Overall height Overall width Track, front — rear Drag coefficient Curb weight 124.6 in 205.0 in 58.0 in 73.7 in 63.2 in — 63.2 in 0.26 (S 550/S 600)/0.30 (S 65 AMG) 4,465 lbs (S 550)/4,630 lbs (S 550 4MATIC)/ 4,960 lbs (S 600)/5,035 lbs (S 65 AMG) Front headroom Rear headroom Front legroom Rear legroom Cabin capacity Trunk capacity 37.8 in 38.5 in 41.9 in 42.3 in 109.4 cu ft 16.3 cu ft 1 No system, regardless of how advanced, can overcome the laws of physics or correct careless driving. Please always wear your seat belt. Best performance in snow is obtained with winter tires. 2 Stated rates of acceleration are based upon manufacturer’s track results and may vary depending on model, environmental and road surface conditions, driving style, elevation and vehicle load. 3 2007 EPA estimated fuel economy. Compare the estimated mpg to the estimated mpg of other vehicles. You may get different mileage depending on how fast you drive, weather conditions and trip length. 4 Your actual highway mileage will probably be less than the highway estimate. 5 Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased 3 8 / 3 9 S P E C I F I CAT I O N S / E Q U I P M E N T S 550 S 600 — [ ]7 [ ]7 [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ — [ — [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ — [ — [ [ [ [ [ [ S 550 [ S 65 AMG [ S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ [ [ [ [ [ — [ [ — [ — [ [ [ [ [ ]7 [ [ [ [ [ [ [ ]7 [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ Standard. ] EXTERIOR Power tilt/sliding tinted-glass sunroof with one-touch express-open and memory. Tinted-glass Panorama Roof with power tilt/sliding one-touch express-open/close front panel and independently operated front/rear shades. Electrically heated rear window with auto-shutoff based on time, driving speed and outside temperature. Laminated infrared-reflecting glass helps reduce radiant heat, UV rays and noise penetration. Dual aero-blade windshield wipers. Completely heated washer system. Heated wiper in parking position. Rain-sensing variable intermittent wipers measure rainfall on windshield and adjust wiper speed and frequency accordingly. Dual heated power mirrors linked to driver’s seat memory with auto-dimming rearview and left-side mirrors. Programmable power fold-in side mirrors retract when car is locked and fold out when front door is opened. Variable Doorstop holds the door open at virtually any point, even on inclines/declines. AMG sport exhaust with dual twin tailpipes. Bi-Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) low-/high-beam headlamps with automatic level control, clear high-impact polycarbonate lenses and heated headlamp washers. Halogen front foglamps and left rear taillamps. Selectable light-sensing headlamps, set via the Auto position, automatically illuminate at dusk. AMG bodystyling. Automatic lamp substitution uses a nearby lamp if a critical bulb fails. Touch Turn Signals flash three times with one touch of turn-signal lever for lane changing. Auxiliary LED turn-signal indicators are integrated into side mirror housings. INTERIOR COMAND controller provides easy and convenient operation of the vehicle’s systems, such as audio, climate control, Navigation, telephone and most vehicle settings. Multifunction steering wheel provides convenient additional controls for basic audio, Voice Control and phone functions, as well as operation of the multifunction display. Steering-wheel mounted shift buttons behind steering wheel. AMG shift paddles. Built-in keypad located beneath handrest for easy access to Hands-Free Communication System. Adjustable fiber-optic ambient lighting under the door and cockpit wood trim panels, and additional ambient lighting throughout the cabin, provides gentle illumination while driving in darkness. Electronic Trunk Closer allows the driver to open and close the trunk via a switch on the driver door panel or under the trunk lid. Electronic parking brake disengages when the vehicle is put into gear and gas is applied. Chrome-framed analog clock (S 65 AMG has IWC design). Power rear-window sunshade with one-touch express-up/down. Power rear side window shades. Power windows with one-touch express-up/down. Auto-dimming rearview mirror. 4-way (tilt/telescoping) power steering column linked to driver’s seat memory. Programmable easy-exit feature moves driver’s seat back and/or raises steering column when SmartKey is removed from ignition and restores position when key is reinserted. Four illuminated vanity mirrors (in sun visors and rear-cabin ceiling). Dual front and rear reading lamps. Front center armrest, which can be opened from both sides. Rear folding center armrest, with enclosed storage, includes dual cupholder. Illuminated glovebox. Illuminated trunk with umbrella holder, grocery bag hooks and tie-down hooks. Optional or included with a package. S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ [ ]7 [ [ [ ]7 ]7 ]7 [ [ ]7 — — [ [ [ [ — — — [ — [ [ ]7 ]7 — — — — [ [ [ [ ]7 — [ — — [ — [ [ [ — [ S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ — — ]7 [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ SEATING 14-way power-adjustable front seats with 3-position memory. Driver’s seat memory includes steering column and outside mirror positions, and is linked to SmartKey user-recognitions. Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats with 4-level massage function. 3-level heated front seats. Heated and Active Ventilated front seats. Heated and Active Ventilated rear seats. Power rear outboard seats with adjustable lumbar support. Driver and front passenger power-adjustable lumbar support. Leather upholstery and trim. Leather-trimmed steering wheel. Premium Leather upholstery and trim. Exclusive Leather upholstery and trim. Alcantara headliner. AMG-design Exclusive Leather upholstery and trim. Alcantara headliner. Hand-polished Burl Walnut wood trim on dashboard, COMAND controller console and doors. Wood-/leather-trimmed steering wheel. AMG-design wood-/leather-trimmed sport steering wheel with raised thumbgrips and shift paddles. Wood-trimmed telephone keypad cover with handrest. Stainless-steel door sill trim (with AMG insignia on S 65 AMG). CLIMATE CONTROL Dual-zone automatic climate control with individual driver and front passenger control of temperature, speed and airflow distribution via hard keys (airflow and temperature only) or COMAND system. 4-zone automatic climate control. Rear-cabin operating panel with dual temperature and speed and airflow distribution controls. Adjustable high-flow/low-draft vents in dashboard, front doors, rear of console and footwells, and adjacent to rear doors. Electrostatic dust and pollen filter. Sun sensor helps compensate for the effects of direct sunlight on the occupants. Humidity/dewpoint sensor helps reduce window fogging during humid weather, and helps prevent overdrying of cooled air. Tunnel mode offers one-touch closing of all windows, the sunroof and cabin air intake via the air-recirculation button. Pressing and holding button again restores previous window and sunroof positions. Seat-belt usage sensors allow climate control to focus on occupied seating positions. AUDIO/NAVIGATION/TELEMATICS COMAND Cockpit Management and Data system integrates: Hard-drive-based navigation; AM/FM stereo/weatherband radio; an 8" color-LCD screen; controls for Hands-Free Communication System; and mode-dependent soft keys alongside screen for easy access to commands and menus. Fiber-optic network offers precise, high-speed communication among components. harman/kardon® LOGIC7® 600-watt digital surround-sound system, with 14 speakers plus a subwoofer, 5.1-channel amplifier, multichannel digital surround-sound technology8 and Digital Dynamic Volume Control. COMAND 20-gigabyte hard-drive-based in-dash next generation Navigation System uses Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to determine the current location of your car, with a map database for the contiguous U.S., Canada and Oahu, Hawaii. Integrated single-feed 6-disc CD changer. PCMCIA slot allows you to transfer digital audio files from your PC onto a memory card and play them through the COMAND system. Hands-Free Communication System with Voice Control.9 Tele Aid System uses GPS satellites plus a cellular link to provide 24-hour live assistance for: emergency aid (SOS button), Roadside Assistance (Wrench button) or information (i-button). - Basic Tele Aid Security & Care service includes Automatic Collision Notification, Stolen Vehicle Tracking, Remote Door Unlock service and Dealer Connect.10 — Not available. tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions. 6 Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake system maintenance, and tire and road conditions. 7 Optional or part of an Option Package. See optional equipment listing on page 41. 8 Surround sound provided for FM radio, CD playback and optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio. 9 Accessories required. Sold separately. See dealer for details. 10 Tele Aid equipment is standard on all S-Class models. First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. System operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize vehicle tracking by providing passcode and a valid stolen vehicle police report number. PIN code required to activate Remote Door Unlock. See dealer for details of telematics services. S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ — — [ — [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ INSTRUMENTATION Digital display of speedometer, odometer and Touch Shift gear/ mode selection. Electronic analog tachometer and fuel gauge. AMG-design gauges with AMG RACETIMER in digital display. Multifunction display in instrument cluster, scrolled via steeringwheel controls to operate and display various menus and vehicle features: – Outside temperature indicator. – Digital speedometer, Maintenance System (see below) and engine oil-level check. – Radio station, 6-disc CD changer, iPod® playlist/track (with accessory iPod Integration Kit1) and optional SIRIUS Satellite Radio. (SIRIUS Satellite Radio is standard on the S 600 and S 65 AMG.) – Optional hard-drive-based Navigation System route guidance. – Vehicle reminder and message indicator. – Driver-programmable settings for instruments, lighting, vehicle and convenience features. – Trip computer (elapsed time, fuel consumption and distance to empty). – Optional Distronic Plus Adaptive Cruise Control settings. Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System Plus displays distance remaining to next basic maintenance service, indicates type of service due and provides automatic reminder feature when service interval draws near. System also monitors brake-pad wear. Onboard tire pressure monitoring system allows driver to check the inflation pressure of all four mounted tires via the multifunction display. Messages/audible reminders for open door or sunroof; exterior lamp failure; low fuel, engine oil, coolant or washer fluid; and to switch off headlamps or remove ignition key. S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ LOCKING/SECURITY SmartKey uses an electronic code to unlock the steering column and ignition. Removing SmartKey from ignition disables engine computer to help prevent unauthorized starting. SmartKey remote control integrates: Remote Door Lock/Unlock buttons, trunk opener, removable valet key and panic alarm. Driver may selectively unlock only the driver’s door and fuel filler or all doors plus the trunk and fuel filler. SmartKey offers infrared-remote opening/closing of windows and sunroof and can remotely turn on Active Ventilated front seats (if equipped). Driver-programmable driveaway locking automatically locks the doors when the car reaches 9 mph. Night security illumination uses the car’s exterior lights to help illuminate a path after parking. Locator lighting uses the car’s lights to help illuminate a return path when the car is remote-unlocked in darkness. Unlocking car activates illuminated entry system. Anti-Theft Client Alarm Notification with remote panic feature. Emergency trunk release, located inside trunk and illuminated for 60 minutes after trunk is closed. Integrated 3-button garage door control, compatible with HomeLink® components and some other systems. Tele Aid GPS-based Stolen Vehicle Recovery helps law enforcement agencies track and recover stolen vehicle.2 Tele Aid Remote Door Unlock allows owner to have doors automatically unlocked in the event the SmartKey becomes locked inside the vehicle.2 Tele Aid Automatic Alarm Notification alerts Mercedes-Benz to contact vehicle owner if antitheft alarm sounds.2 RESTRAINT SYSTEMS Integrated Restraint System:3 – Driver and front passenger are each provided with an adaptive dual-stage front air bag, side-impact air bag and 3-point seat belt with an Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and adaptive belt force limiter. – 2nd-row outboard passengers and 2nd-row center passenger are each provided with a 3-point seat belt with an ETD, belt force limiter and side-impact air bag. Window Curtain Air Bags:3 – In a side impact exceeding a preset threshold, a multichamber air bag deploys along the front and rear side windows on the affected side of the car. – Integrated rollover sensor automatically deploys the ETDs and, if deemed necessary, the Window Curtain Air Bags in the event of a detected rollover. Adaptive dual-stage front air bags are deployed in response to frontal impact severity exceeding a preset deployment threshold.3 PRE-SAFE® helps prepare occupants for a possible collision before it occurs. If PRE-SAFE senses a possible accident based on brake pedal application pattern, steering-wheel input pattern or Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) activation level, it will take action to help protect you better depending on the situation, including: – Electronically tensioning the front seat belts. – Adjusting the front passenger seat (and rear seats, with Rear-Seat Package) for potentially more favorable air-bag and seat-belt effectiveness. – Inflating outboard side bolsters and seat cushions of front seats on vehicles equipped with multicontour seats. – Closing the sunroof (if vehicle is about to spin out of control) and shutting the windows (not applicable for Panorama Roof). – If no collision occurs, PRE-SAFE releases the front seat-belt tensioners, and occupants may readjust their seats, the windows and the sunroof. Occupant Classification System (OCS):4 – OCS automatically turns the front passenger’s front air bag on or off based on the weight category determined by weight sensor readings from the front passenger seat. ETDs are deployed in a front or rear impact exceeding a preset threshold of severity, or certain rollovers. A front ETD will not deploy if seat belt is unfastened. Automatic Collision Notification engages Tele Aid SOS function if an air bag or ETD deploys.2 Universal LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at outboard 2nd-row seating positions. Selectable passenger seatbelt retractors help secure child seats.3 Front seat belts include automatically height-adjustable shoulder belts and lower points attached to seat frames. Automatically height-adjusting rear shoulder belts. Active Front Head Restraints, adjustable for height and fore–aft. Three rear-seat head restraints, manually adjustable fore-aft. All three head restraints can also be remotely retracted by the driver for improved rearward vision when the rear seats are unoccupied. On models with power rear seats, rear head restraints rise automatically when seat belt is fastened. 1 iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All iPod devices are sold separately. Feature not available with iPod Shuffle. See dealer for details. 2 Tele Aid equipment is standard on all S-Class models. First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. System operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize vehicle tracking by providing passcode and a valid stolen vehicle police report number. PIN code required to activate Remote Door Unlock. See dealer for details of telematics services. 3 WARNING: THE FORCES OF A DEPLOYING AIR BAG CAN CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURIES TO A CHILD UNDER AGE 13. THE SAFEST SEATING POSITION FOR YOUR CHILD IS IN THE REAR SEAT, BELTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE, PROPERLY INSTALLED CHILD SEAT, OR CORRECTLY WEARING A SEAT BELT IF TOO LARGE FOR A CHILD SEAT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND INFORMATION ON AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS AND CHILD SEATS. 4 OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) IS DESIGNED TO TURN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG OFF WHEN THE SYSTEM SENSES THE WEIGHT OF A TYPICAL CHILD 12 MONTHS OLD OR LESS, PLUS THE WEIGHT OF A STANDARD APPROPRIATE CHILD RESTRAINT. SEE OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THIS SYSTEM, AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION OF CHILDREN HEAVIER THAN A TYPICAL 12-MONTH-OLD. 4 0 / 4 1 S P E C I F I CAT I O N S / E Q U I P M E N T S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG ] ] — [ — ] ] ] ] ] ] [ [ [ [ [ ] [ [ [ [ ] ] ] [ — — [ — — ] — — ] ] ] ] ] ] [ [ [ [ — [ [ [ [ S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG ] [ [ ] [ [ ] [ — ] — — INDIVIDUAL OPTIONS 4MATIC™ permanent all-wheel drive. Panorama Roof includes tinted-glass roof, dual power shades and power tilt/sliding one-touch front panel. Distronic Plus Adaptive Cruise Control. Power rear-window sunshades. Active Body Control suspension. SIRIUS Satellite Radio.5 Heated steering wheel (standard with designo editions and available with wood/leather steering wheel). Wood-/leather-trimmed steering wheel. Premium Leather upholstery. 18" 5-spoke light-alloy wheels (not available with AMG Sport Package) with all-season tires. 18" 5-spoke chrome wheels (not available with AMG Sport Package) with all-season tires. 19" multispoke light-alloy wheels with high-performance tires.6 Electronic Trunk Closer. Night View Assist. Dynamic Rear View Monitor. Drive-Dynamic multicontour front seats with 4-level massage function. S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] S-CLASS designo PACKAGES Espresso Edition: – designo Mocha Black metallic paint. – Exclusive interior treatment in single-tone designo Armagnac Brown leather upholstery and designo Natural Maple wood trim. – Black leather and wood trim on steering wheel and overhead assist handles. – Cashmere Beige Alcantara roofliner. Mystic White Edition: – designo Mystic White metallic paint. – Exclusive interior treatment in single-tone designo Porcelain leather upholstery and designo Black Piano Lacquer wood trim. – Black leather and wood trim on steering wheel and overhead assist handles. – Charcoal Alcantara roofliner. Graphite Edition: – designo Graphite metallic paint. – Exclusive interior treatment in single-tone designo Corteccia leather upholstery and Matte Oak wood trim. – Wood trim on steering wheel and overhead assist handles. – Charcoal Alcantara roofliner. OPTION PACKAGES Premium 1 Package: • Heated and Active Ventilated seats. • SIRIUS Satellite Radio.5 Premium 2 Package: Includes contents of Premium 1 Package plus: • Keyless Go. • Parktronic system. Rear-Seat Package: • 8-way power-adjustable rear seats. • Heated and Active Ventilated rear seats. • 4-zone climate control. AMG Sport Package: • AMG bodystyling. • AMG 19" 5-spoke light-alloy wheels. Optional 18" 5-spoke light-alloy wheel.7 Also available in chrome finish. Optional 19" multispoke light-alloy wheel.7 Optional 19" 5-spoke light-alloy wheel (AMG Sport Package).7 DIMENSIONS [ Standard. ] Optional or included with a package. — Not available. 5 Programming subject to change. Not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto Rico. While the SIRIUS network of satellite and terrestrial antennae provides nearly seamless service throughout the contiguous U.S., SIRIUS service may be unavailable or interrupted for a variety of reasons, including environmental or topographic conditions; in certain locations such as tunnels, parking garages or within or next to large buildings; or near other technologies that can interfere with the SIRIUS signal. SIRIUS, the dog logo and SIRIUS stream names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio. 6 Lower aspect ratio tires and accompanying wheels provide substantially increased treadwear, increased tire noise and reduced ride comfort. Serious wheel and tire damage may occur if the vehicle is operated on rough or damaged road surfaces or upon encountering road debris or obstacles. These tires are not designed for use on snow and ice. Winter tires mounted on appropriately sized and approved wheels are recommended for driving in those conditions. 7 Not available S 65 AMG. TELE AID 1 TELE AID SECURITY & CARE SERVICE requests for nearly “anything, anytime, anywhere” at Tele Aid puts a variety of services at system subscribers’ You’re already driving a very safe car. Now the Tele Aid the touch of a button. You can also use the Online fingertips with three simple buttons: the SOS button, the Security & Care service enhances your sense of security Concierge, which allows you to access your Personal Wrench button and the i-button. by providing emergency notification services, connection Concierge via your computer or even your PDA from • SOS button: In case of an emergency, push the SOS to Roadside Assistance, Remote Door Unlock, Stolen the convenience of your home, office or anywhere Internet access is available. button for a Tele Aid Response Specialist who can Vehicle Recovery, i-Operator’s Manual, Anti-Theft Client notify police, paramedics or other emergency Alarm Notification and more. Keep your annual personnel of your vehicle’s location. SOS is subscription up-to-date and enjoy the peace of mind that automatically triggered in the event of an air-bag comes from knowing you and your family have an added or seat-belt Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) measure of security and care. With an active Tele Aid who has the resources to locate and help you reach deployment. subscription, you may be eligible for a discount from your destination. • Wrench button: If you need Mercedes-Benz Roadside • Enhanced Traffic Information provides up-to-theminute details on traffic conditions along your route.3 • Route Assistance connects you to a trained specialist your insurance provider. 24-HOUR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Assistance, push the Wrench button. Service personnel will help you identify the trouble and dispatch Roadside TELE AID LUXURY & CONVENIENCE PACKAGE 2 The first of its kind, the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance if necessary. The Tele Aid Luxury & Convenience Package builds on Assistance Program is still the only one that remains in the services of the Tele Aid Security & Care service effect for the life of the vehicle. Our Roadside Assistance Center or to be connected to your and adds access to premium services that enhance Assistance technicians draw on years of experience and Mercedes-Benz dealer. You can also reach the your in-vehicle experience every time you get into your training to get you back on the road as quickly as Concierge Service, receive Route Assistance and Mercedes-Benz. Upgrading to the Tele Aid Luxury & possible.4 access Tele Aid’s Enhanced Traffic Information service. 2,3 Convenience Package is as easy as pressing the i-button • i-button: Push the i-button to contact the Customer and speaking with a Tele Aid Response Specialist. • Personal Concierge acts as your personal assistant on the road. The Tele Aid Concierge Service offers you the gift of time and convenience by fulfilling your 1 Tele Aid equipment is standard on all S-Class models. First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. Owner must authorize vehicle tracking by providing passcode and a valid stolen vehicle police report number. PIN code required to activate Remote Door Unlock. See dealer for details of telematics services. 2 Concierge Service available only with Tele Aid Luxury & Convenience Package. Enhanced Traffic Information and Route Assistance use is included as part of the Tele Aid Luxury & Convenience Package and is available at an additional per-use charge when used with the Tele Aid Security & Care service. See dealer for details. 3 Performance of the automated voice system varies depending on the noise level in and around the vehicle. Enhanced Traffic Information is based on available broadcast data, not available in all areas and only provided for routes that have been personalized on the Tele Aid website (up to five routes) or are within a specified radius of your vehicle’s present location. See Tele Aid section of MBUSA.com for available cities. 4 Vehicle must be accessible from main roads. Roadside Assistance repairs may involve charges for parts, service and towing. Depending on the circumstances, these services may be provided by an outside service, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance. For full details of the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 4 2 / 3 S E RV I C E A N D S U P P O RT MERCEDES-BENZ WARRANTIES SIGN AND DRIVE SERVICE EUROPEAN DELIVERY PROGRAM Our New Vehicle Limited Warranty runs for 48 months Our legendary Roadside Assistance service includes It’s more than just a new car, it’s a driving adventure. or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. And anytime bringing you some fuel if you’ve run out, replacing With our factory delivery program, you can enjoy during the new vehicle warranty coverage, you can also a flat tire with your spare or jump-starting your car a honeymoon with your new Mercedes-Benz as you purchase a Mercedes-Benz Extended Limited Warranty if the battery dies. All at no charge, and all for as savor the delight of driving it in the land where it that will provide additional protection when the New long as you’re driving a Mercedes-Benz — even was built — while you enjoy a 7% savings on many Vehicle Limited Warranty expires. somebody else’s. Help is as close as your vehicle’s models.11 Enjoy it as a brief trip or as the starting Wrench button or just a phone call away at point of your own self-planned European adventure. 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES. You can also take advantage of the optional Rally 5 9 8 THE MERCEDES-BENZ MAINTENANCE SYSTEM Package, which takes you through the Black Forest Now we’ve made caring for your vehicle easier than ever. With the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System, the TRIP INTERRUPTION BENEFITS and the Alps, then on to Munich, staying at luxurious, service intervals are all fixed and predictable — they’re In the unlikely event that a breakdown covered by historic hotels all along the way. every 13,000 miles or one year (10,000 miles or one your MBUSA New Vehicle Limited Warranty occurs year for AMG models).6 Your vehicle will even remind you, more than 100 miles from your home, leaves your MBUSA.COM about one month before service is due, via an automatic Mercedes-Benz inoperable or unsafe to drive and Whether you need to locate the closest Mercedes-Benz display on the dashboard that also tells you which type requires overnight repairs at a Mercedes-Benz Center, dealer, want to know about financing and leasing options of maintenance service is due. you’ll be reimbursed up to $300 per day for any or would like more information about our exclusive documented expenses — for up to three days — for European Delivery Program, MBUSA.com can help. This meals, lodging and substitute transportation. comprehensive website covers virtually every aspect of THE NO-CHARGE SERVICE WELCOME Mercedes-Benz ownership. You can also use MBUSA.com Getting proper care for your Mercedes-Benz is easiest when you go to the people who know your vehicle — ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM to peruse the extensive catalog of Mercedes-Benz and you — best: your Mercedes-Benz Center’s Service Whenever you bring your vehicle into an official accessories, or set up an Online Portfolio to save all of Department. To help you get acquainted, just bring your Mercedes-Benz Center for servicing during the warranty your automotive preferences. Quick, easy and always at vehicle in for a no-charge first visit between 1,000 and period, ask about your dealer’s Alternate Transportation your service, MBUSA.com puts a world of information 3,000 miles, where your dealer will perform a diagnostic Program — so you can maintain your busy schedule while just a mouse-click away. check as well as address any questions you may have. your dealer maintains your vehicle.10 • Model Selector: Find the perfect Mercedes-Benz based on performance, price and bodystyle. It’s part of our no-charge Service Welcome, which also provides your first tire rotation at no charge anytime MERCEDES-BENZ FINANCIAL before 6,500 miles.7 Mercedes-Benz Financial offers a wide and impressive array of flexible and convenient financing options. To 24-HOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE determine whether purchasing or leasing is right for you Our Customer Assistance Center is your one-stop source and to estimate the monthly payment of your next for answers. Whether you need to know how to use your Mercedes-Benz, visit MercedesBenzFinancial.com. audio system, find the nearest Mercedes-Benz dealer, • Photos and Videos: Mercedes-Benz photos, wallpaper, screen savers, running footage, TV commercials and more. • Build Your Own: Build your dream Mercedes-Benz online. You can even send the particulars to your local dealer, to help them set up a test drive for you. • Purchase Inquiry: Schedule a test drive, order a get pricing or learn about personal and automotive brochure, learn more about a model and explore accessories, just call 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES or press financing and leasing options. the Tele Aid i-button in your vehicle. 8 • Locate a Dealer: Finding your nearest dealer is easy with detailed maps and driving directions. • Owners Online: This exclusive online resource offers owner benefits that extend beyond your vehicle. Access your Mercedes-Benz Financial account, configure your Tele Aid System, get vehicle maintenance tips and find answers to frequently asked questions. Plus, you’ll receive exclusive offers and promotions, and advance notice of what’s new and exciting at Mercedes-Benz. 5 Please see your dealer for warranty details as well as for terms, conditions and pricing for extended warranty options. Surcharges apply after the first year. 6 Whichever comes first. Requires use of 229.5-spec oil and high-performance fleece oil filter. Driver is responsible for monitoring fluid levels and tire pressure between service visits. See Maintenance Booklet for details. 7 On models with different-sized front and rear tires, which cannot be rotated, dealer will inspect tires and set inflation pressure. Follow tire manufacturer’s recommendations. 8 First year’s Tele Aid Security & Care service provided at no additional cost with subscription. Subscription and acquaintance call required for service to be active. Service operates only where cellular and GPS coverage are available, and requires adequate power supply. 9 For full details of Sign and Drive service, as well as the Roadside Assistance Program, please see your dealer. 10 Certain restrictions may apply. Terms, conditions and dealer participation may vary. 11 European Delivery discount available on select models. Please see your dealer for details. 2007 MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS S 600 shown on front cover in Pewter metallic paint. ©2006 Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC • One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645 • 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES • MBUSA.com Marketing Communications. All illustrations and specifications contained in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to make changes at any time, without notice, to colors, materials, equipment, specifications and models. Any variations in colors shown are due to reproduction variations of the printing process. Illustrations may include test situations. Some vehicles may be shown with non-U.S. equipment. Some vehicles are shown with optional equipment. HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company. harman/kardon® and LOGIC7® are registered trademarks of Harman International Industries, Inc. iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. In an effort to minimize the environmental impact of this brochure, Mercedes-Benz uses a recycled coated paper that is guaranteed in writing to contain a minimum of 10% post-consumer waste. Printed in U.S.A./100 MC-06-749 Introducing The Ninth Gener ation S-Class S 550 S 600 S 65 AMG