Mercedes Sclass 2016 Owner's Manual

2016 S - CLASS

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TO INSPIRE
BY EXAMPLE

THE MISSION OF THE S-CLASS HAS ALWAYS BEEN SIMPLE:
TO ADVANCE EVERY STANDARD BY WHICH ALL CARS ARE
MEASURED, AND TO ELEVATE THE FINE ART OF DRIVING.

THE ONE CAR THAT ALL CARS LOOK TO

In the history of the automobile, no car has made history more

frequently, more consistently, and more beautifully than the

S‑Class. Year after year, it has kept its driver and passengers at

the forefront of innovation, the pinnacle of luxury, and the height

of fashion — all through the depth of its engineering, and the

breadth of its talents. Its countless firsts have proven lasting, too —

making the S‑Class an ever‑brightening beacon of inspiration for

all automakers, from its unparalleled technology to its undeniable

style. It is, quite simply, the state of the art of the automobile.

Standard and available equipment varies

by model. Please see back of brochure.

ATHLETIC
AND MAJESTIC

GRANITE IS HEWN. METAL IS FORGED. MUSCLE IS FLEXED. AN
S-CLASS IS SCULPTED TO MAKE ITS BODY REFLECT ITS SOUL.

VISIBLE STRENGTH OF CHARACTER

When you look at a car’s lines, what do you see? In the S‑Class

you see a trajectory that starts at the first automobile, and soars

into the future. You also get a glimpse of what awaits you within:

stately elegance, for sure, but perfectly matched with agile grace,

seamless power, and ultramodern technology like its world’s ‑ first

100% LED lighting. Think of it as poise with presence — a sensation

that becomes quickly evident from behind the wheel, or in the

cosset of its rear cabin. Any designer can carve a few character

lines into a car’s surfaces. Actual character starts far deeper.

FITNESS
AND
FINISH

THOUSANDS OF STITCHES NAVIGATE AROUND THE
TINY HOLES IN THE LEATHER WITHOUT TOUCHING
THEM. THE SEATS OFFER A “HOT STONE” MASSAGE.
YOUR WELL-BEING IS WELL-TENDED IN AN S-CLASS.

STAR TREATMENT

It’s easy to feel like the hub of the universe in
an S ‑ Class — or the center of its attention, at
the very least. Its cabin pairs two deeply held
Mercedes ‑Benz traditions: extraordinary hand ‑
craftsmanship and unheard ‑ of innovations. The
active multicontour seats can add side support
in corners. A network of more than 300 LEDs,
with multiple colors, zones and intensities, lets
you enjoy new dimensions of ambience. The all ‑
glass Panorama roof brings the sun and stars to
both rows of seating. With a touch of your finger,
as many as five power shades for the roof, rear
window and rear side windows keep them at bay.

SPA TREATMENT

While touching any surface of the S‑ Class cabin
is uniquely rewarding, the thoughtful amenities
beneath it all have a way of touching you. The
front and rear seats are available in countless
configurations of upholstery, power adjustment
and attentiveness. Six massage programs range
from stress‑reducing to rejuvenating — including
two with a hot‑stone effect. Beyond the seats
and steering wheel, the armrests and doors can
be heated. Your choice of hand‑fitted leathers
includes a wide range of colors and types, with
designo semi‑aniline leather at the pinnacle of
the palette. Flowing sculptures of hand‑finished
wood highlight the cabin, in six varieties from
traditional to exotic. And beneath the surface,
steam‑ expanded foams — a process pioneered
by the S‑Class — eliminate harmful chemicals,
while products from flax, coconut and olives
sustainably support numerous cabin elements.

AGILITY AND ACUITY

MASSIVE TORQUE IS METERED WITH MOLECULAR ACCURACY. HANDLING

SYSTEMS READ THE ROAD AT EACH WHEEL, OR EVEN BY VISUALLY

SCANNING AHEAD. CHANGING TIMES CAN’T OUTMANEUVER AN S-CLASS.

THE POWER TO ACCELERATE PROGRESS

It’s not enough to have pioneered fuel injection, the independent

suspension, and the lithium‑ion hybrid battery. The S‑Class shares

in a legacy of racing wins, but instead of taking a victory lap, it

surpasses itself time and again. Direct Injection engines self ‑ tune

every few milliseconds, for purer power. MAGIC BODY CONTROL®

scans the road with a camera, turning its advanced active suspension

into a proactive one. And the S 550e Plug ‑ In HYBRID can study your

navigation route to utilize its gas and electric motors more wisely.