New Mercedes-Benz S-Class launched in India at Rs 1.33 crore: Details on India’s first BS-VI car

India’s leading luxury automaker, Mercedes-Benz India has launched India’s first BS-VI compliant car and has launched it’s luxurious 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class in India and has priced its diesel version S 350 d at Rs 1.33 crore and the S 450 petrol at Rs 1.37 crore (ex-showroom, Delhi). Mercedes-Benz S-Class globally has registered a total sales of over 3 lakh units globally and the new facelift version aims at adding to its success. Mercedes-Benz India has met the BS-VI regulation norms two years ahead of government’s deadline and is capable of running on currently available BS IV fuel.

Benefits of BS VI emission standards:

Bharat Stage 6 or BS-VI standards are Euro 6 equivalent emission norms and have substantial changes over existing Bharat Stage IV emission standards. Of particular note is the tightening of Particulate Matter (PM) and NOx mass emission limits. In a BS VI vehicle, the NOx limit reduction is up to 68 per cent and PM limit reduction is achieved at 82 per cent, compared with BS IV.

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class diesel, S 350 d is powered by the OM 656 engine and claims to be the most powerful passenger car diesel engine designed by Mercedes-Benz India. The inline-six cylinder motor delivers a power output of 286 hp and 600 Nm of torque. The new engine is also designed to comply with future emissions legislation (RDE – Real Driving Emissions). All the components of relevance for efficient emissions reduction are installed directly on the engine. Mercedes-Benz India claims while the power output has gone up that its predecessor, the new engine consumes up to six percent less fuel. While the engine has been readied to meet BS-VI emission norms that are due to be implemented only in 2020, the technology of the OM 656 engine in India will allow it to run on the existing BS-IV fuel.The petrol version of Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 450 is powered by a V6 engine shedding a power of 367 hp and 500 Nm of torque.

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Technical Specifications

Apart from the engine changes, the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class also gets an array of new features, both externally and internally and also is the first product fly Mercedes-Benz to support radar-based driving assistance and safety systems in India. The new safety features reduce the risk of accidents and enhance the protection of occupants as well as other road users. 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class gets many luxurious upgrades as well and now comes with a panoramic sliding sunroof with an obstruction sensor. In addition, two electric roller sunblind provide shade for the occupants in strong sunlight. The multi-function steering wheel now gets ergonomic touch control buttons and is integrated with cruise control in the left-hand grip area.

Roland Folger, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz India stated, “True to its legacy, the S-Class has emulated its global success in India and has had a phenomenal run in the country. To continue and build on this success, we have introduced the new version of our flagship saloon, which reaffirms its leadership status. This time round, it is not just intelligent, but also responsible luxury. By launching the first ever ‘Made in India, for India’ BS VI car, we have set a benchmark among all car manufacturers to support the Government in mitigating the rising pollution levels in the country. The new S-Class brings together luxury, design and technology that meet the highest standards of perfection, surpassing expectations for a vehicle of this class.”

The car has electrically operated roller sunblind for the rear glass and side windows that enable the passengers to shield themselves from direct sunshine providing relief especially in strong summer conditions in India. Mercedes-Benz has introduced ‘Air-Balance’ package that allows personalised fragrance. The new S-Class offers a choice of six interior fragrances according to personal preference. In addition, the air quality can be improved by ionization and optimized filtering of the incoming and recirculating air.The ambience lighting gets a choice of 64 colours on the new S-Class.

The dashboard of the new S-Class is neatly laid out finished in top-quality wood and carbon fibre. It also gets a large touchscreen infotainment system that supports Apple Car-Play and Android Auto. The new S-Class comes with Burmester surround sound system with 13 speakers, a 9-channel DSP amplifier and a total output of 590 W. The car also comes with an optional Rear Seat Comfort Package which gets more technology and entertainment system packages to please the extreme rich customer.