New s class leak

[101031-28]

Originally Posted by swatty

I’ve been an MB fan my whole life. Not sure about this one. Rear end looks ordinary at best. Hope I’m wrong, sometimes thing look different in the flesh

Could not have said it better

[Cryten]

Originally Posted by swatty

Whilst I agree with your statement, as noted these bumpers were USA only to comply with some laws you had at the time. Mercedes didn’t design it that way. Here is a pic of mine

That's how it should look

Those US bumpers must add about 2 feet to the length of the car. Still, not as bad as what they did to Porsches of the era though

[LordNewport]

Originally Posted by Cryten

That's how it should look

Those US bumpers must add about 2 feet to the length of the car. Still, not as bad as what they did to Porsches of the era though

Just went and measured on my US version 1978 450 SEL daily driver...the US DOT mandated bumpers add about 11 inches...

With my driver waiting for me...

[Speedbird-1]

Originally Posted by LordNewport

Just went and measured on my US version 1978 450 SEL daily driver...the US DOT mandated bumpers add about 11 inches...

With my driver waiting for me...

Nice!
Your driver's a lot better looking than most of the drivers I've been allocated over the years.

[Cryten]

Originally Posted by LordNewport

Just went and measured on my US version 1978 450 SEL daily driver...the US DOT mandated bumpers add about 11 inches...

With my driver waiting for me...

That's one handsome driver

[SearChart]

Originally Posted by LordNewport

I'll stick to my classic W116 Sonderklasse...

Very nice!

[Watchflair]

Makes sense that this would be the next iteration - look at the current model where the C, E, and S all share similar design cues.

The refreshed E has the same tail lights.

It will sell and sell very well. I’m sure it will drive incredible, technology will be off the charts, and the build quality top notch.

As far as depreciation - any vehicle manufacturer at that price point that sells in mass takes a hit with the value.


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[Watchflair]

https://www.autoblog.com/2020/09/02/...lass-revealed/


Figured it was worth reviving now that the info has been released...

[Watchflair]

Pretty fantastic-

[Watchflair]

Couple more-

[Watchflair]

Some exterior shots - reminds me of the tail on the S Coupe

[beshannon]

While the tech itself may be impressive I still do not like the interior layout and controls. I am happy I went with my 2020

[keithl]

Are you sure that's not a Hyundai Genesis?

Originally Posted by jltait

Hey all. What do you think of the new 2021 Mercedes S Class? Appears to be entirely touchscreen infotainment (a la A8), and perhaps feature level 3 autonomous driving..

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a3...9Tb09oLUtTci0.

[Watchflair]

Originally Posted by beshannon

While the tech itself may be impressive I still do not like the interior layout and controls. I am happy I went with my 2020

The 2020 is definitely impressive - it's my vehicle of choice most days. I think this will take the cake though...

[Watchflair]

Originally Posted by keithl

Are you sure that's not a Hyundai Genesis?

The exterior besides the tail lights is very similar in my opinion to the previous generation S class which came out in 2015 - the Genesis came out in 2016 which was probably riding the coat tails of the 2015 S Class in terms of appearance.

Most manufacturer's share similar design cues at one point or another.

[Blansky]

I'd never buy these type of cars because I'm poor but when I look at cars my first impression is always does the design have a classic look that will still be a cool design in a few years.

This, the front is not bad but the sloping back does nothing for me and looks weak.

And all that tech inside. I just cringe. So much shit to go wrong.

Very few new cars do much for me, that's why I love the classic design of Jeep Wrangler, Land Rover Defender, Toyota FJ40, Boxy Benz SUV style.

Just my, one cent. (All I can afford.)

[yoast]

still a no for me. don't like the Toyota avensis-y backside

[beshannon]

Originally Posted by Blansky

And all that tech inside. I just cringe. So much shit to go wrong.

Another reason why I went with the 2020, it was year 7 of that cycle. This is an entirely new generation, new engines, new platform architecture, new 4 wheel steering, new retractable door handles . . .

Lets others be the test cases

Don't get me wrong, I love Mercedes, that is what a warranty is for and they will make it right. That does not make up for time in the shop

[huncho]

Originally Posted by keithl

Are you sure that's not a Hyundai Genesis?

lol thought the same

[HippoPAPAmus]

Originally Posted by beshannon

Another reason why I went with the 2020, it was year 7 of that cycle. This is an entirely new generation, new engines, new platform architecture, new 4 wheel steering, new retractable door handles . . .

Lets others be the test cases

Don't get me wrong, I love Mercedes, that is what a warranty is for and they will make it right. That does not make up for time in the shop

I never buy the first iteration of any car/boat/rv for this exact reason.

A bit off topic, but I’m being tempted to break my own rule as I have two slots reserved for the upcoming Rivian releases (theoretically an R1T for me and an R1S for the wife). Maybe I’ll buy one and sell the other slot, I don’t know. Very cool product and I like how the company is conducting itself.


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[Ny325]

Originally Posted by airchitect

Um the front looks like a Hyundai Genesis and the rear an a8. I think if I were in the market I’d try to scoop the current gen at a discount. Jmtc

I agree.

[Moondoggy]

Like most new cars they are all morphing into one.

Is that a Toyota, no a Honda oh it's a Benz.

[kirksingleton]

I think it looks good! It will be in the running next time around.

[Psmith]

Interior ambient lighting at near- eye level seems a bit potentially distracting. The touch screen is not well integrated, but then as the primary controller they had little choice but to place it as close as possible to the driver while preserving front cabin space.

[1st amg]

I like it

[Ferdelious]

There is nothing about the exterior that makes want to like this better than the previous model. The rear end is tragic.

[Hollie_Rollie]

Originally Posted by Moondoggy

Like most new cars they are all morphing into one.

Is that a Toyota, no a Honda oh it's a Benz.

This is very true. Hyundai is the master of that

[RLX_NY]

Personally I like the interior a lot, however the exterior leave a lot to be desired. I like the previous versions much more. Feel like MB is losing it's touch a little and going back wards like BMW with it's huge grills..but that's another story lol

[Rock]

I wonder how the 'massive grille' thing became a desirable styling trend.
You see it on so many makes and it doesn't look good on any.
I mourn the loss of proper 'bumpers' on cars. (not the US-spec ones on that old Merc)
Now the whole front and back are moulded plastic. Minor damage can't be fixed without replacing the whole plastic panel.

[huncho]

Originally Posted by Rock

I wonder how the 'massive grille' thing became a desirable styling trend.
You see it on so many makes and it doesn't look good on any.
I mourn the loss of proper 'bumpers' on cars. (not the US-spec ones on that old Merc)
Now the whole front and back are moulded plastic. Minor damage can't be fixed without replacing the whole plastic panel.

audi started it with the r8 and made it look great but everyone else failed miserably. mercedes does it well with their panamericana grill though