Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W221)

For a complete overview of all S-Class models, see Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Mercedes-Benz W221
Overview
Manufacturer Mercedes-Benz
Also called "Solitaire" (in Indonesia)
Production August 2005 – June 3, 2013[1]
Model years

2006–2013 Europe

2007–2013 Canada & US
Assembly Sindelfingen, Germany
Toluca, Mexico (SKD)
6th of October City, Egypt (EGA)[2]
Pekan, Malaysia (DRB-HICOM)
Designer Gorden Wagener (2001)
Body and chassis
Class Full-size luxury car (F)
Body style 4-door sedan
Platform Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Powertrain
Engine 2.1L diesel 204 PS (150 kW) L4
3.0L diesel 235 PS (173 kW) V6
3.5L 272 PS (200 kW) V6
4.0L diesel 320 PS (240 kW) V8
4.6L 435 PS (320 kW) V8
5.5L 381 PS (280 kW) V8
5.5L 517 PS (380 kW) V12 biturbo
6.2L AMG 525 PS (386 kW) V8
6.0L AMG 612 PS (450 kW) V12 biturbo
Transmission 5-speed 5G-Tronic automatic
7-speed 7G-Tronic automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 3,035 mm (119.5 in)
LWB: 3,165 mm (124.6 in)
Length 2006–08 SWB: 5,076 mm (199.8 in)
since 2009 SWB: 5,079 mm (200.0 in)
2006–08 LWB: 5,206 mm (205.0 in)
since 2009 LWB: 5,209 mm (205.1 in)
Width 2006–08: 1,871 mm (73.7 in)
since 2009 1,872 mm (73.7 in)
BlueHybrid: 83.3 in (2,116 mm)
Height 1,473 mm (58.0 in)
Curb weight from 1,955 kg (4,310 lb) [S320 CDI]
to 2,270 kg (5,000 lb) [S65 AMG]
Chronology
Predecessor Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)
Successor Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222)[3]

The Mercedes-Benz W221 is a chassis code of S-Class, the successor of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220) and the predecessor of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222). The S-Class are the flagship vehicles of Mercedes-Benz and each generation typically introduces a range of technical innovations and developments that over time will find their way into smaller cars.

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show.[4]

Styling

Night View Assist active infrared projector visible next to Bi-Xenon HID main headlight

The W221 S-Class' exterior styling is distinctly different from the W220. The W220 somewhat broke with tradition in being smaller than its W140 predecessor, whereas the W221 is once more larger in all dimensions than its predecessor, offers more interior space and has improved performance. The W221 looks are often said to be more imposing than those of the W220. The rear styling is similar to the Mercedes-Benz Maybach - the larger saloon from Daimler AG's other flagship brand, which was presented to the public in 1997. Development began in 1999, with the design work beginning in 2000 at the Advanced Design Center in Tokyo, and the final design by Gorden Wagener at the Sindelfingen Advanced Design Center being approved in 2001, frozen for production in early 2002 and patented in Germany on December 4, 2003.[5][6] A final design prototype W221 was presented in December 2002 to Autospies journalists at a consumer design clinic, 2.5 years prior to the official production model unveiling in June 2005.[7]

Inside, the W221’s interior is also significantly different from the preceding model, even more dominated by leather, wood and metal. Where the W220 still had a fair amount of plastic fascias and switches, the W221 has replaced most of these by more luxurious materials such as wood, leather and metal. The interior features an instrument cluster with two large flat panel screens, one for the hard disk based COMAND system which includes the navigation screen and one replacing the analog speedometer by a graphical representation of it, which can display a range of additional information and can also be replaced by the Night View Assist display. Below the central COMAND screen are silver effect air vents, and a square, analog clock within the vents. Below the vents are metal tab switches with a black field behind them, to control the HVAC system (these functions are all also accessible via the COMAND system, which also offers access to some additional HVAC functions, such as foot-well temperature settings and air flow control).

View of the centre console of a 2007 S500 Mercedes-Benz W221, showing the centre vents, climate control controls and the DVD changer with CompactFlash card reader.

Below the HVAC button section is a panel that opens to give access to the DVD changer which also includes a CompactFlash card reader. On the center console, a metal control wheel for the COMAND system sits above a piece of wood, surrounded by metal buttons. There is no longer a central gear shift lever as in previous models, instead a stalk on the steering wheel controls the gearbox (with buttons or, optionally, paddles on the steering wheel for manual gear control). Controls mounted on the door panels provide access to the main seat controls (including the optional seat heating, seat ventilation and memories) and to the electrical mirrors, windows and boot lid opening and closing. Additional seat controls are accessed via the standard COMAND system (these include controlling the optional multi-contour and dynamic driving seats and the massaging seat functions). Throughout the interior, many buttons are metal, with black fields above them denoting the switches' function.

The steering wheel has various control buttons for the cluster display, volume and telephone control and for the optional Linguatronic voice control system. On the electrically adjustable steering wheel column are also mounted the gearbox control lever, the stalk for controlling the speedtronic and cruise control functions, the main combination lever that operates the indicators, high beam and windscreen wipers and a stalk to adjust the steering wheel and control the optional heated steering wheel. Controls for the interior lighting and the sun roof or panoramic sun roof are mounted on the roof, near the interior rear-view mirror. This section also includes a compartment for sun glasses.

The W221 is slightly larger in all dimensions than the W220, with a longer wheelbase and more interior room.

The S-Class is available in short-wheelbase form, except in the USA,[8] Mexico,[9] Russia, China and Indonesia,[10] where all models are long-wheelbase.

Features

Like for all other S-Class generations, the W221 introduced a raft of improved and new features and systems.[11] The standard COMAND now also controlled more of these features and/or provided access to additional settings for various functions, including the HVAC system and seat controls.

Safety

The W221 also contains many other safety features, including front and rear crumple zones, eight dual-stage air bags, anti-lock brakes (ABS), collapsible steering column, and traction control.

Suspension and handling

Comfort and convenience

Picture showing the driver's door in a right hand drive 2007 S500 Mercedes-Benz W221, showing the electric seat controls with memory, door lock buttons and the controls for the electric windows, mirrors and boot lid.
Picture showing the engine start/stop button (keyless go), the main light switch with night view assist button and the button to operate the electric parking brake on a right hand drive 2007 S500 Mercedes-Benz W221

Multimedia

Models

2009 facelift

Development to further refine the W221 started in 2006 with these design changes being approved in early 2007.[12] The revised 2010 S-Class was announced on April 8, 2009 at Stuttgart. The minor model update includes minor cosmetic changes and several new features:[13][14]

Equipment

The updated models went on sale in June 2009. Early models included: S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, S 450 CDI, S 350, S 400 HYBRID, S 450, S 500, S 600.

S 320 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (2008–2009)

It is a replacement of S 320 CDI with improved fuel efficiency. Changes include: on-demand electric hydraulic power steering pump, standstill decoupling for the 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, and 17-inch light-alloy wheels with reduced rolling resistance tyres.

The German model has an MSRP of €70,864.50 (incl. VAT) for the short-wheelbase version, €78,718.50 (incl. VAT) for long-wheelbase version.[15]

S 400 Hybrid (2009–2013)

2010 Mercedes-Benz S400 BlueHybrid (US)

The S400 BlueHybrid is a mild hybrid and the first hybrid car to adopt a lithium-ion battery.[16][17] The battery pack was supplied by Continental AG[17] and the cells were provided by Johnson Controls-Saft.[18] The S400 BlueHybrid was unveiled in the 2009 Chicago Auto Show.[19] US models went on sale in August 2009,[20] but were delivered to dealers in 2009-10.[21] Japan models went on sale in October 2009.[22]

The 3.5 liter V6 engine in the vehicle, combined with the hybrid system, develops 295 horsepower (220 kW) and 284 pound-feet (385 N·m) of torque. It gets 19 miles per US gallon (12 L/100 km; 23 mpg-imp) in the city and 26 miles per US gallon (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp) on the highway.[23]

ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle (2009)

ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle based on Mercedes-Benz S 400 Hybrid (V221)

The ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle is a safety research vehicle based on S 400 Hybrid.

S 420 CDI (2006–2009)

The vehicles were delivered beginning in December 2006, with MSRP of short-wheelbase model at €84,448 (net price €72,800) and the long-wheelbase model at €92,104 (net price €79,400).[24]

S 450 CDI (2009–2010)

The V8 diesel was updated to offer more power (235 kilowatts / 320 horsepowers DIN) while reducing emissions and fuel consumptions. In spite of same displacement, the model designation is S450 CDI.

The V8 diesel motors were dropped for the model year 2011 because of more powerful V6 diesel motors and because of low demand.

S 600 Guard (2006–2013)

It is an armoured vehicle with European B6/B7 resistance level. It resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive charges. Additional safety features include run-flat tyres, 90L self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.[25] Other features include Michelin PAX 245-700 R470 AC tires, optional emergency fresh-air system, pneumatic emergency control system for the power windows (operates independently of the on-board electronics), emergency boot opening facility, optional Panic Alarm System, rear camera, heated front windscreen and heated front windows, adjustable doorhold system for all four doors, rear doors that are pulled shut automatically over the last few millimetres, rear electric roller blinds.[26] The vehicle has top speed of 210 km/h (130 mph), with GVW of 4,200 kg (9,300 lb).[27]

S 600 Guard Pullman (2008–2013)

It was based on the Mercedes Benz S 600 L Guard, but in limousine form with an extra-long wheelbase. It includes a rear entrance with increased headroom, 4 seats behind driver partition. Other features included reinforcement of the links between the suspension components and the bodyshell, specifically targeted modification of the suspension components themselves, an additional brace (strut tower brace) between the front suspension struts, two additional steel springs at the rear to complement the air suspension, larger twin-calliper front brake discs.[28]

The vehicles were delivered beginning in late 2008[29] (the first one in early part of the year for the inauguration of new Russian president Dmitry Medvedev). The production launch marked the 80th anniversary of the Mercedes-Benz special-protection unit.[30]

S-600P

Highway Police cruiser variant of the Royal Thai Police in Bangkok, Thailand. (Identifying marks of the police unit edited out for security purposes).

Mercedes Benz also produces a police spec model of the S-600, the S-600P. The S-600P is similar to the standard S-600, but is equipped with the dual turbocharged V-12 engine of the S65 AMG and includes police lights, siren, run flat tires, a gun mount, a Lanix computer station integrated with the host police network, optional prisoner cage and restraint seats, and level B6/B7 armoring. The S-600P is only built in Mexico and only comes in long-wheelbase version. The Mexican government uses S-600Ps mainly for transporting important figures, but several police departments in wealthier cities in the country use them as patrol vehicles, as does the Mexican Federal Police in limited numbers. A small number of S-600P were purchased by the police department of Guangzhou, China, for protection of key government figures.

S 63 AMG and S 65 AMG

S 63 AMG includes the Mercedes-Benz M156 V8 engine rated 525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp) and 630 N·m (465 lbf·ft) with it achieves 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds and the top speed is limited to 250 km/h (155.3 mph) .

The Interior of the S63 AMG comes in supple German Leather, coming in the standard leather, or diamond texture, with black and chrome trim on the dash and center console (front and back row). The S63 comes with a variety of luxury features, including but not limited to: dual-zone automatic climate control, rear-seat DVD entertainment, built-in navigation, and heated and cooled front and rear seats, to name a few in the long list of standard features.

The S63 AMG sports an aluminum and steel body with 19" light-alloy multispoke wheels in the front and back, shod with 255/40 tires in front, and 275/40 tires in the rear, and covered with a high-sheen finish. The S63 will feature LED turn signals in front, and in the back, 52 LEDS form a "C" on both tail lights. In front, the S63 will feature a more pronounced, arrow-shaped radiator grille, and "6.3 AMG" on the front wing, and newly redesigned exterior mirrors. In the rear, the S63 will have new AMG sport exhaust with two sets of double chromed tips. The S63 will also feature squared-off front headlamps with LED lights in addition to the traditional lights.

In 2009, the engines had reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions by up to 3%. Styling changes include arrow-shaped radiator grille, AMG-specific daytime running lights, two transverse air outlets on each side, "6.3 AMG" lettering on the front wings, redesigned exterior mirrors, 52-LED tail lights. Active Body Control provides crosswind stabilization as standard equipment. Torque Vectoring Brake is added. Interior include PASSION leather upholstery, AMG-specific analogue clock featuring an IWC design.

S 65 AMG includes Mercedes-Benz M275 V12 engine rated 612 PS (450 kW; 604 hp) and 1,000 N·m (738 lbf·ft), restyled front and rear bumpers and rocker panels, larger wheels, brakes, and tires, four exhaust pipes, modified and reprogrammed suspension for sport biased handling, and various interior changes. Apart from the higher output engine, many of the AMG modifications give the S65 AMG a distinctly different character than the S600 base V12 model.[31] The S65 continues to use the 5 speed transmission.[32]

Optional accessories include:[33]

The vehicles went on sale in June 2009, with S 65 AMG available in long-wheelbase version only.[34]

The vehicles were unveiled in 2009 Shanghai Motor Show.[35]

S 250 CDI (2011–2013)

Mercedes unveiled the S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY at the Paris Motor Show.

As the name suggests, the car is powered by a four-cylinder diesel engine which produces 150 kW (204 PS / 201 hp) and 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque. Despite this relatively small engine, the S 250 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and hits a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). More importantly, fuel consumption is 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers (41.2 mpg US) while CO2 emissions are 149 g/km.

To get those class-leading figures, Mercedes outfitted the engine with twin-turbochargers and a start/stop system. Furthermore, engineers "extensively revised" the seven-speed automatic transmission (called the 7G-TRONIC PLUS) for improved efficiency.[36]

The Mercedes-Benz S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY won the 2012 World Green Car of the Year.[37]

Mercedes-Benz Concept Ocean Drive (2007)

The Ocean Drive is a four-door cabriolet concept vehicle based on long-wheelbase version of S 600, but with two-tone yarn fabric roof. The vehicle features an oversized grille, redesigned LED headlights and restyled trunk, LED head and tail lamps, a revised air dam, restyled flanks without the wheelhouse bulges, door handles that fit flush into the body, AIRSCARF neck-level heating system, on all 4 seats. The car also contains pillarless windows that provide an unobstructed view for occupants when the large soft top is down.[38]

Other features include aluminum wheels with 275/35ZR21 tires.[39]

The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 NAIAS.[40]

Specifications

Engines

ModelYearsEngine type/codePower, Torque@rpm
Petrol engines
S 280 / S 3002007–20132,997 cc (2.997 L; 182.9 cu in) V6 (M272)231 PS (170 kW; 228 hp)@6000, 300 N·m (221 lbf·ft)@2400–5000
S 3502005–20093,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6 (M272)272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp)@6000, 350 N·m (258 lbf·ft)@2400–5000
S 350 (2010+ facelift)[41]2010–20133,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6 (M276)306 PS (225 kW; 302 hp)@6500, 370 N·m (273 lbf·ft)@3500
S 350 4MATIC2007–20133,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6 (M272)272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp)@6000, 350 N·m (258 lbf·ft)@2400–5000
S 400 HYBRID2009–20133,498 cc (3.498 L; 213.5 cu in) V6 (M272)279 PS (205 kW; 275 hp)@6000, 350 N·m (258 lbf·ft)@2400–5000
3-phase AC magneto motor (external rotor)20 PS (15 kW; 20 hp)@6000, 160 N·m (118 lbf·ft)
Total299 PS (220 kW; 295 hp)@, 385 N·m (284 lbf·ft)@2400-5000
S 450, S 450 4MATIC2006–20134,663 cc (4.663 L; 284.6 cu in) V8 (M273)340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp)@6000, 460 N·m (339 lbf·ft)@2700–5000
S 500/5502005–20105,461 cc (5.461 L; 333.3 cu in) V8 (M273)388 PS (285 kW; 383 hp)@6000, 530 N·m (391 lbf·ft)@2800–4800
S 500/5502011–20134,663 cc (4.663 L; 284.6 cu in) V8 (M278)435 PS (320 kW; 429 hp)@6000, 700 N·m (516 lbf·ft)@2800–4800
S 500/550 4MATIC2006–20135,461 cc (5.461 L; 333.3 cu in) V8 (M273)388 PS (285 kW; 383 hp)@6000, 530 N·m (391 lbf·ft)@2800–4800
S 600, S 600 Guard2006–20135,513 cc (5.513 L; 336.4 cu in) V12 BiTurbo (M275)517 PS (380 kW; 510 hp)@5000, 830 N·m (612 lbf·ft)@1800–3500
S 600 Guard Pullman2008–20135,513 cc (5.513 L; 336.4 cu in) V12 BiTurbo (M275)517 PS (380 kW; 510 hp)@5000, 830 N·m (612 lbf·ft)@1800–3500
S 63 AMG2006–20136,208 cc (6.208 L; 378.8 cu in) V8 (M156)525 PS (386 kW; 518 hp)@6800, 630 N·m (465 lbf·ft)@5200
S 65 AMG2006–20135,980 cc (5.98 L; 365 cu in) V12 BiTurbo (M275)612 PS (450 kW; 604 hp)@4800-5100, 1,000 N·m (738 lbf·ft)@2000–4000
Diesel engines
S 250 CDI2009–20132,143 cc (2.143 L; 130.8 cu in) I4 turbo (OM651)204 PS (150 kW; 201 hp)@4200, 500 N·m (369 lbf·ft)@1600–1800
S 300 BlueTec HYBRID2009–20102,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6 electric motorTotal 265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp),[42] 560 N·m (413 lbf·ft)
S 320 CDI, S 320 CDI 4MATIC2006–20082,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6 Biturbo (OM642)235 PS (173 kW; 232 hp)@3600, 540 N·m (398 lbf·ft)@1600–2400
S 320 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY2008–20092,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6 Biturbo (OM642)235 PS (173 kW; 232 hp)@3600, 540 N·m (398 lbf·ft)@1600–2400
S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, S 350 CDI 4MATIC2009–20132,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6 Biturbo (OM642)235 PS (173 kW; 232 hp)@3600, 540 N·m (398 lbf·ft)@1600–2400
S 350 4MATIC BlueTec (US)2012–20132,987 cc (2.987 L; 182.3 cu in) V6 Turbo240 hp (180 kW; 240 PS)@3600, 455 ft·lbf @1600–2400
S 420 CDI2006–20093,996 cc (3.996 L; 243.9 cu in) V8 Biturbo (OM629)320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp)@3600, 730 N·m (538 lbf·ft)@2200
S 450 CDI2009–20113,996 cc (3.996 L; 243.9 cu in) V8 Biturbo (OM629)320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp)@3600, 730 N·m (538 lbf·ft)@2200

S 280 is only sold in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Asia(badged as S 300)

S 350 CDI 4MATIC is badged as S 350 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY in Germany.

S 500 is badged as S 550 in Canada, US and Japan market.

Transmissions

Models with non-V12 engines have 7G-TRONIC transmission. S 350, S 350 4MATIC, S 400 Hybrid, S 450, S 450 4MATIC, S 500 include 7G-TRONIC Sport transmission. Models with 7G-TRONIC transmission include DIRECT SELECT, which allows 7G-TRONIC to be electronically controlled by touching the lever on the right-hand side of the steering column.

Models with V12 engines have 5G-TRONIC automatic transmission.[43] S 65 AMG included five-speed automatic SPEEDSHIFT transmission with DIRECT SELECT.

Beginning in 2009, S 63 AMG includes AMG SPEEDSHIFT 7G-TRONIC transmission, S 65 AMG includes AMG SPEEDSHIFT 5-speed automatic transmission.[44]

Handling

All models except S 63 AMG, S 600 L, S 65 L AMG use AIRMATIC suspension, with optional Active Body Control except for 4MATIC models. S 63 AMG, S 600 L, S 65 L AMG include Active Body Control as standard.

4MATIC models were unveiled in 2006 Paris Motor Show.[45] Initial products include S 450 4MATIC and S 500 4MATIC, followed by S320 CDI 4MATIC in 2006-12, then S 350 4MATIC in mid 2007.[46] All 4MATIC models were made in short and long wheelbases.[47] S 320 CDI 4MATIC was replaced by S 350 CDI 4MATIC.

Sales

On 11 May 2009, Mercedes-Benz announced the sale of 270,000 units since the original W221 launch.[48]

Production

S 600 Guard and S 600 Guard Pullman were built in Sindelfingen plant with a separate production line.[49][50]

Marketing

As part of the W221 launch campaign, Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH introduced a series of 17 products under S-Class Collection, beginning in 2005-09. Products include wrist watch designed with Sindelfingen-based Design Centre, piqué polo shirt, cufflinks, pen, umbrella, key fob, mouse pads, pen cases, cigar set, note pad, wallet, 1/43 S-Class scale model car.[51] Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH also introduced a series of 1,200 units of S-Class vehicle freight train.[52]

Awards

In the 2007 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study, the W221 tied for first ranking in its category (with the Audi A8) for having the fewest quality problems in the industry after 90 days of ownership.[53] The W221 was given the Bild am Sonntag 2006 Golden Steering Wheel Award in the Luxury category,[54] Drive Car of the Year Awards Best Luxury Car over A$60,000,[55] and top luxury auto in the Topauto 2006 awards.[56] Safety awards include Popular Mechanics' 2007 Automotive Excellence Award for Safety,[57] 2007's What Car? Safety Award,[58] and 2006 British Insurance Car Security Award.[59] Design awards include Wheels Magazine's 2006 Automotive Design Award,[60] Automotive Circle International (ACI) "EuroCarBody Award 2005",[54] Topauto 2006 award winner in the Innovation category for the Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control,[61] and 2006 Automotive Interior of the Year Awards for Best Seat.[62]

Gallery

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