Mercedes Benz S-class 221 body

Since debuting at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, the sedan Mercedes-Benz S-class W221 immediately became popular and was the benchmark in the class of executive cars all over the world. The car embodies all the probable and incredible desires of the most demanding users. German engineers, constructors and designers have carefully worked on the model and it, having changed on the conveyor W220, had a steady demand and was produced until 2013.

Mercedes S-class in 221 body

Engines Mercedes Benz S-class in 221 body

As in the previous version, the 221 was equipped with engines of different sizes, the initial of which was the six-cylinder 320-horsepower diesel installed on the S235. And the most powerful was the modification of the S65 AMG, produced by a subsidiary of Mercedes AMG, with a 12-cylinder engine with a twin turbine of 612 horsepower. In addition, in the hierarchy of power units were: 3500-cc 306-horsepower V6 engine; 4,7-liter V8 with 535 hp; V12 with a volume of 5500 cm3 and a power of 517 hp; 544-horsepower 5,5-liter V12 biturbo, which was installed on the S63 AMG.

Mercedes S-class in 221 body

As a result of the 2009 restyling, a version of the S400 Hybrid appeared with a hybrid power plant, which consisted of a 3,5-liter internal combustion engine with a displacement of 279 hp. and a 20-horsepower electric motor. The latter helps the main unit during acceleration, and when braking it works as a generator. In addition, this version of the S-Class is equipped with a "Stop-start" system, which reduces the fuel consumption of the big sedan to just 7,7 l / 100 km.

Chassis and exterior of Mercedes Benz S-class W221 photo

The automatic transmission was offered in two versions - 5 and 7-speed. The comfort and softness of the car's suspension are generally legendary. It has a special hydromechanical system capable of independently choosing the highest level of chassis comfort for various driving conditions and depending on the condition of the road surface.

Mercedes s-class w221 body specifications
The Mercedes-Benz S-class traditionally has two versions of the sedan body: regular and long. Despite some similarities in design with the 221 rival BMW 7 Series, especially the trunk lid, this Mercedes looks great and recognizable. Its exterior is elegant and brutal at the same time, and the drag coefficient is 0,26-0,28 Cx, which is a high indicator for such a large sedan. The body is made of high-strength types of steel and aluminum.

Interior

In the cabin of the W221, in addition to luxurious finishes made of expensive materials, advanced technical developments have also found their place. The base is equipped with heated and ventilated seats, electric steering wheel and seat adjustments, state-of-the-art multimedia and all kinds of control systems. Optionally, such systems as night vision or active cruise control are offered. The first displays on the windshield data on the current speed, fuel consumption, the state of the main components and assemblies, and the second, if necessary, is able to stop the car itself.

Interior of the s-class w221 photo

Electronics

In addition, the 221st S-class is equipped with many advanced safety systems: this is control of road markings and invisibility zones; and the option of identifying road signs; and a headlight correction system, which determines the distance to oncoming cars and prevents them from dazzling; and a function that detects and warns the driver about the degree of driver fatigue.

Tuning mercedes w221 photo

The Mercedes-Benz S-class W221 model became the fifth generation of representative cars of the popular manufacturer from Germany. The car, with the correct proportions and lines, harmoniously combined with swiftness and solidity, even now, 10 years after its debut, looks very modern and fashionable. The heir to the w221 body is more modern S-class in 222 body.