Introduction
S-class list of Mercedes Benz included S600 an S550 models but now it is proclaimed that S-400 will also be added to the list for 2010 onwards. S-400 IS the latest model of Mercedes Benz that includes the following features: internal combustion engine with hybrid module provide an output of 295 horse power and maximum torque of 284 pound feet, an additional supply 118 lb and 20 hp is provided by electric motors. Its fuel economy is better than S-600 by 38 percent. It is the first hybrid car with lithium-ion batteries. It is also include night vision technology, pre-shape brake system that decreases the probability of an accident.
What does it offer?
Design
It has a contemporary aesthetic design. The two pioneering hybrid modules of Mercedes-Benz are ML450 HYBRID and S400HYBRID are two sports automobiles. Using Atkinson principle the engineers optimized a V6 engine with 3.5 liter capacity.
Performance
It is the most fuel efficient engine gifted by Mercedes Benz .it consists a V6 engine with magneto electric motor and hybrid electronics that increases t he fuel efficiency by 30 percent as comparable to S550 and S600.Its electric motor produces 20 horse power and a torque of 118 lb and the gasoline engine that produces 275 hp and 258 lb. The whole system is controlled by a advanced computer.
Overall appearance
An arrow shaped grille is attached to the front of the car, light catching curve and strip of chrome below air intakes. Exhaust pipes are made of up S shapes added with a rear bumper.
The beauty
Design aspects of the vehicle
It has an eye catching arrow shaped grille in its front. Some strips made up of chrome are below the air intakes .it also consists of S shaped exhaust pipes that are visible with the rear bumpers.
Inspiration behind it
It is the best hybrid car till dates and is also a pioneer of future hybrid cars.
The thrill
Overall performance
Its electric motor produces 20 horse powers and a torque of 118 lb and the gasoline engine that produces 275 hp and 258 lb. it takes 7.2 seconds to achieve 60 mph from rest.
Interior
The interior was covered in brown stitching and black leather giving it a royal look. It is well ventilated and has an eight inch in dash monitor feature. TFT screen can be altered to view the Bluetooth settings, audio status and hybrid battery condition or status.
Exterior
It has a roof panel that accommodates moon and sun roof.
Blue efficiency batching is spotted on the screen of the Mercedes Benz.
It has an extremely stylish look with LED lights running in the upper bumper grille area.
Should I buy one?
Reasons you should buy:
The new 2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has a powerful V8 engine with automatic brake intercession.
It is powered by 5.5 liter V8 and manufactures 382 hp, 391 lb ft torque.
It takes merely 5.7 seconds to increase its speed to 60 mph.
It has several luxury features, eye catching performance with quality crafted interior.
Reasons you should not buy:
1) The price tag makes the option really very expensive.
2) Telematics edge could have been more sensitive.
3) Lacking sufficient power.
4) Better options are available in the market like S550.
Price and availability
MSRP - $91000
INVOICE- $84630
Total cost to own -$109,195
Availability-
Mercedes Benz S400 hybrid will hit the global market by end of 2011.
Industrial Buzz
Mercedes Benz S400 is based off a car S350 found in several parts of Europe .
A 20 hp electric motor is used in between seven speed automatic transmission and the motor.
Electric motor is powered with Lithium ion battery of 120 volt.
After un-breaking, when the gasoline engine was re-started, unfortunately a slight delay was experienced.
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