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December 16, 2014
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Arrives in Japan
Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe|メルセデス・ベンツ S クラス クーペ
The Mercedes-Benz S Class Coupe Arrives in Japan
Mercedes-Benz Japan announced the "S Class Coupe," the flagship coupe model of the Mercedes brand, on Friday, October 10th. What lies within this coupe that bears the "S" name, marking its revival after 18 years?
Text by OHTO Yasuhiro
Mercedes-Benz's Beautiful Flagship Coupe
The S Class Coupe announced this time is based on the concept car "Tokyo Motor Show" unveiled at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show and the Tokyo Motor Show.Concept S-Class Coupe" Concept S-Class Coupe," and this marks the first coupe to bear the "S" name in 18 years. At the venue, President Ueno of Mercedes-Benz Japan and Robert Lesnik, head of passenger car exterior design at Daimler, were present to introduce the new model.
The new model was developed under the concept of "Modern Luxury & Intelligence," born as Mercedes' top-tier sporty coupe that harmoniously blends elements demanded of a car, such as safety, comfort, and efficiency, with design at a high level.
The exterior boasts the proportions of a large coupe with its long nose and short deck, while achieving an elegant yet sporty form through a sleek roofline and frameless windows. A design highlight is the dedicated LED high-performance headlights, each unit incorporating 47 Swarovski crystals that emit a captivating glow.
The interior featuresS-Classa beautiful and elegant design inherited from the S-Class, which seems to gently envelop its occupants. The cabin materials use the finest leather and wood down to the smallest details, luxuriously finished by the meticulous craftsmanship of artisans. Furthermore, the front seat backrests contain 14 air cushions, offering a massage function to ensure comfort on long drives.
Advanced driver assistance systems, including the "Radar Safety Package," are equipped with the latest technology, covering a 360° radius around the vehicle using a combination of cameras and radar sensors. By analyzing real-time information from sensors installed throughout the car, it achieves "partial autonomous driving" by automatically assisting with acceleration, braking, and steering.
The lineup consists of three models: the "S 550 4MATIC Coupe" combining a 4.7-liter V8 twin-turbo engine with a full-time 4WD system; the "S 63 AMG 4MATIC" featuring a Mercedes-AMG 5.5-liter V8 twin-turbo and AMG-exclusive 4WD system; and the "S65 AMG Coupe," the top-tier Mercedes-AMG model with a 6.0-liter V12 twin-turbo engine and rear-wheel drive. Additionally, a limited "Edition1" model was released to commemorate the S Coupe's debut, with 188 units of the "S 550 4MATIC Coupe" and 42 units of the "S 63 AMG 4MATIC." The highly anticipated S Class Coupe is priced between 16.9 million and 31.2 million yen.
Mercedes-Benz S 550 4MATIC Coupe│メルセデス・ベンツ S 550 4マチック クーペ
Body Size│Overall Length 5,027 × Width 1,899 × Height 1,411 mm
Wheelbase│2,945 mm
Tread Front/Rear│1,625 / 1,649 mm
Minimum Turning Radius│5.8 m
Vehicle Weight│2,595 kg
Engine│4,663 cc V8 Twin-Turbo
Bore x Stroke│92.9 x 86.0 mm
Compression Ratio|10.5
Max Output│335 kW (455 ps) / 5,200-5,500 rpm
Max Torque│700 Nm (71.3 kgm) / 1,800-3,500 rpm
Transmission│7-speed AT (7G-TRONIC PLUS)
Drivetrain│4WD
Trunk Space (VDA)│400 liters
Tires Front/Rear│245/45R19 / 275/40R19
Suspension Front/Rear│4-link / Multi-link
Brakes│Ventilated Discs
0-100 km/h Acceleration|4.6 seconds
Top Speed|250 km/h (limited)
Fuel Economy (NEDC)│9.9 - 9.4 ℓ/100km (approx. 10.1 - 10.6 km/ℓ)
CO2 Emissions|232 - 219 g/km
Steering│Left
Price│16.9 million yen / 19.1 million yen (Edition1)
Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG 4MATIC Coupe│メルセデス・ベンツ S 63 AMG 4マチック クーペ
Body Size│Overall Length 5,044 × Width 1,913 × Height 1,422 mm
Wheelbase│2,945 mm
Tread Front/Rear│1,644 / 1,645 mm
Minimum Turning Radius│5.95 m
Vehicle Weight│2,545 kg
Engine│5,461 cc V8 Twin-Turbo
Bore x Stroke│98.0 x 90.5 mm
Compression Ratio|10.0
Max Output│430 kW (585 ps) / 5,500 rpm
Max Torque│900 Nm / 2,250-3,750 rpm
Transmission│7-speed AT (AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT)
Drivetrain│4WD
Trunk Space (VDA)│400 liters
Tires Front/Rear│255/40R20 / 285/35R20
Suspension Front/Rear│4-link / Multi-link
Brakes│Ventilated Discs
0-100 km/h Acceleration│3.9 seconds
Top Speed|250 km/h (limited)
Fuel Economy (NEDC)│10.3 ℓ/100km (approx. 9.7 km/ℓ)
CO2 Emissions|42 g/km
Steering│Left
Price│24.0 million yen / 24.7 million yen (Edition1)
Mercedes-Benz S 65 AMG Coupe│メルセデス・ベンツ S 65 AMG クーペ
Body Size│Overall Length 5,027 × Width 1,899 × Height 1,411 mm
Wheelbase│2,945 mm
Tread Front/Rear│1,625 / 1,649 mm
Minimum Turning Radius│5.8 m
Vehicle Weight│2,185 kg
Engine│5,980 cc V12 Twin-Turbo
Bore x Stroke│82.6 x 93.0 mm
Compression Ratio|9.0
Max Output│463 kW (630 ps) / 4,800-5,400 rpm
Max Torque│1,000 Nm (102 kgm) / 2,300-4,300 rpm
Transmission│Electronically controlled 7-speed AT (AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7G-TRONIC)
Drivetrain│FR
Trunk Space (VDA)│400 liters
Tires Front/Rear│255/40R20 / 285/35R20
Suspension Front/Rear│4-link / Multi-link
Brakes Front/Rear│Ventilated Discs / Ventilated Discs
0-100 km/h Acceleration│4.1 seconds
Top Speed|250 km/h (limited)
Fuel Economy (NEDC)│11.9 ℓ/100km (approx. 8.4 km/ℓ)
CO2 Emissions│279 g/km
Steering│Left
Price│31.2 million yen
*All specifications except price are based on Japanese domestic market values.
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