Mercedes hasn’t made a big-body convertible since 1971 but that all changes with the forthcoming 2017 S-Class Cabriolet, a full-size luxury drop top that harkens back to Mercedes’ classic convertibles of the 60s. This new S-class will be unveiled Sept 15th at the Frankfurt Auto Show where full details & features will be rolled out.
Officially unveiled this week at the Shanghai Auto Show, the updated Mercedes S Class sedan is fresh. It got a full interior redesign similar to new E-Class models that features two widescreen displays & massaging seats. The exterior got a new grill and rear fascia & bumper as well as new LED taillights. Push-button cylinder deactivation improves fuel economy and the new autonomous driving mode is more accurate & reliable than ever. The new Mercedes-Benz S-Class is expected to arrive in the United States this fall.
As if the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ wasn’t epic enough, MB is releasing an upgraded version of this high performance luxury sedan. The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4MATIC+ Edition 1 will feature a 639-horse 4.0-litre V8 bi-turbo engine, exclusive paint colors, a carbon fiber AMG aero package, and a Nappa leather interior.
Jump behind the wheel of a vintage Mercedes-Benz SL and speed top-down through the Italian countryside or France’s Côte d‘Azur on a 4-day driving tour. Mercedes offers these fully planned & guided tours, allowing you to chart scenic routes and pass through cultural hotspots as well as offering unique, sophisticated lodging options.
Mercedes’ mid-range E-class coupe underwent a serious update for 2018. Wider, longer, and slightly taller than the outgoing model, it sports a clean side profile free of B-pillars, for smooth, unbroken lines. For the U.S. market, the new coupe will come standard with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 and a new 9-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel-drive and 4MATIC all-wheel-drive versions will be offered.
Is it a wagon revival? Audi’s got their Allroad, Volvo just rolled out their V90 Cross Country & now this. Mercedes might just pull into the lead with the new E-Class All-Terrain. It is a top-of-the-line luxury wagon with 4MATIC all-wheel drive and an adjustable suspension system called Air Body Control to optimize ground clearance; it’s built for cruising through snow and off the beaten path. Protective wheel well flares keep dirt and dings off the paint and the front end borrows styling from their SUV line. Two diesel engine options are on offer, both with the nine-speed 9G-Tronic transmission.
If you’ve always dreamed of getting behind the wheel with a topless beauty, the new Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 could be the one. The 750-horsepower electric is now offered in a Cabriolet variant. It got its own special Deep Blue paint and oversized multi-spoke wheels but still, it’s just a concept. Let’s all hope it actually goes into production.
With the unveiling of the EQC crossover, Mercedes-Benz is stepping squarely into the ring with its first full production, all-electric vehicle. At the same time, they’re launching a whole new automotive division, called simply EQ. This new mid-size SUV is all wheel drive and powered by a pair of electric motors, one up front and one in the back. Its 200-mile range is pretty impressive and so are the other numbers: 402 horsepower and 564 pound-feet of torque. The interior, details and design language all draft off the latest iterations of the current lineup. The forthcoming EQC will be ready for public consumption at some point in 2020.
Mercedes is adding yet another level of exclusive factory upgrades with the roll out of its S-Class “Night Edition’ variants. The package includes a unique single-louvre front grill, 20-inch AMG wheels, AMG steering wheel, upgraded Nappa leather interiors, including optional Bengal Red/black, high gloss black poplar interior trims, & more. Choose from the S 400 4MATIC Coupé, the S 500 Coupé, or the S 500 4MATIC Coupé.
You could call the E-Class sedan boaty but Mercedes’ futuristic Granturismo Motor Yacht leaves that high & dry. Created in partnership with world-renowned Silver Arrows Marine, the 42-foot, ultra-luxury MB cruiser retains the look & feel of a flagship Benz re-imagined for life at sea. JBL sound, built-in wine storage & powered by dual 480-horse engines.
Though it looks virtually unchanged, the enduring design of the Mercedes’ G Wagon is getting some updates for 2016: an ECO stop/start function to reduce emissions from its turbocharged V8 powerplant plus re-styled bumpers & flared wheel wells. That’s sort of it but why mess with a good thing?
Summer of 2020 will be pretty cool when you drop the top in your Mercedes-AMG GT R Roadster. Powered by a four-liter AMG biturbo V8, it’s a 577 horsepower convertible that boasts a top-speed of 197 mph. Tricky features like rear-wheel steering, adaptive suspension, an electronically controlled locking differential, and a whole range of additional dynamic features will push all that power to the pavement for an insane al fresco driving experience.
If your preference leans towards fast & topless, there’s a lot to like about Mercedes’ latest AMG-tuned offering. The 2017 S65 Cabriolet is a 2-door 4-seater powered by a punchy 6-liter V12 that churns out 630 horsepower. The interior: all luxury & leather & its Distronic Plus systems means it’s loaded with active & passive safety features like blind spot assist, steering assist & automated emergency braking.
There’s a lot more to this Mercedes AMG GT Concept than just the 4-door layout. MB hasn’t confirmed a release date but when it drops, it’ll be offered with an F1-inspired hybrid power train consisting of an electric motor and the 4-liter twin-turbo V8, with a total power output of 805 horsepower. So yeah, a roomy sedan that puts up 0-60 times in the sub 3-second range.
For 2019, the Mercedes-Benz CLS got a full-on re-design. The body lines and contours of the 3rd generation CLS are clean and dramatic, with a laid back windshield and roofline, amplifying its speedy look. And speedy it is, powered by a 362-horse inline-6 with an integrated starter/generator and 48-volt onboard electrical system for improved efficiency and short-term power boosting.
