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After four years in production and sales of 270,000 units, Mercedes-Benz is now presenting the 2009 S-Class. With an even more dynamic design, even more comfort and path-finding innovations, this extensively updated new series of the world's most successful luxury saloon is reiterating its claim to be the standard for automotive progress. The engine range includes six up-to-date petrol and diesel units, which generate the same, high output as in the preceding series but require up to seven percent less fuel. The high safety standard typical of the S-Class is further improved by a unique combination of new camera and radar based driver assistance systems, with innovations such as ATTENTION ASSIST drowsiness detection and Adaptive Highbeam Assist. More agility and driving enjoyment is ensured by Direct-Steer and modified Active Body Control with crosswind stabilisation for the eight- and twelve-cylinder models. The new luxury saloon will be in the showrooms of Mercedes-Benz's own-retail outlets and authorised Australian dealerships from October 2009.

With 270,000 units sold since its market launch in the European autumn of 2005, the W 221- series S-Class is the world's most successful luxury saloon. Since 1951, when the Model 220 founded the lineage of the S-Class, Mercedes-Benz has sold around 3.3 million units of this model series. Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of Daimler AG and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Cars: "The S-Class is the worldwide market leader. Thanks to innovative technology, first-class comfort and trailblazing safety systems, the flagship model from Mercedes-Benz is seen as a pioneer in automotive development."

Efficient diesel and petrol engines

The 2009 S‑Class is available in Australia with a choice of six engines: one V6 turbo-diesel unit and five petrol units with six, eight and twelve cylinders. By means of specific aerodynamic fine-tuning, tyres with a lower rolling resistance and modifications to the steering, fuel pump and 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission, Mercedes-Benz developers have been able to reduce both fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions by up to seven percent.

With a combined diesel fuel consumption rate down to 7.7 litres per 100 kilometres and CO₂ emissions of 202 grams per kilometre, the S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY (173 kW) boasts outstanding figures for the luxury class. Mercedes-Benz achieves this exemplary efficiency with a tailor-made BlueEFFICIENCY package, which also includes closed underbody panelling and decoupling of the 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission when at standstill.

The range of petrol engines comprises the six-cylinder S 350 (200 kW) with a displacement of 3.5 litres and the eight-cylinder unit in the S 500 (285 kW; displacement 5.5 litres). The flagship model is still the S 600 with the 380 kW twelve-cylinder biturbo unit), which accelerates the luxury saloon to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Mercedes-AMG high-performance contributions to the range are the S 63 AMG with its 386 kW V8 engine (displacement 6.2 litres) and the S 65 AMG with a 450 kW twelve-cylinder engine (displacement 6.0 litres).

Unique combination of driver assistance systems

A combination of ultra-modern assistance and protection systems turns the S‑Class into an "intelligent" partner that can see, feel, respond reflexively and act independently to prevent accidents or mitigate their effects. For the first time Mercedes-Benz also uses cameras in these systems - these are able to look well ahead, monitor the car's surroundings and interpret critical situations. One example is the optional Adaptive Highbeam Assist. This system recognises oncoming vehicles or vehicles ahead with their lights on, and then controls the headlamps to ensure the best possible beam range without dazzling other road users.

As a new feature the Night View Assist Plus with infrared camera is now equipped with a special pedestrian detection function: as soon as the system detects pedestrians on the road ahead, they are highlighted on the display to make them more readily noticeable.

Lane Keeping Assist is another system that "looks ahead" for even safer driving. The camera on the inside of the windscreen is able to recognise clear lane markings by evaluating the contrasting images of the road surface and the markings. If the vehicle leaves its lane unintentionally, the driver is warned by short vibrations in the steering wheel. Unlike conventional systems of this kind, the Mercedes system is able to evaluate the driver's activities as well, and can reliably ascertain whether the car is leaving its lane intentionally or not. There is therefore no warning if the driver, for example, accelerates before overtaking or joining a motorway, brakes heavily or enters a bend.

Drowsiness detection on the basis of more than 70 parameters

Thanks to an innovative technology the 2009 S-Class has a very sensitive antenna for the attention level of its driver, and can warn them in time when they become drowsy. The drowsiness detection system ATTENTION ASSIST continuously monitors more than 70 different parameters. Once the evaluation electronics recognise the steering behaviour pattern that typically indicates the onset of drowsiness on the basis of information from the highly sensitive steering angle sensor, a warning signal is sounded and "ATTENTION ASSIST. Take a break!" appears in the instrument cluster. Attention Assist is standard equipment in the 2009 S-Class.

"Electronic crumple zone" for maximum occupant protection

Mercedes-Benz has also improved the long- and medium-range radar used by Brake Assist (BAS) PLUS and DISTRONIC PLUS proximity cruise control.
Mercedes-Benz also offers another radar based system for the S-Class in the form of the PRE-SAFE® brake. If the driver is distracted and fails to recognise the immediate danger of a rear-end collision, or the warning signal of an assistance system, this system can intervene and brake the vehicle independently. The 2009 S-Class makes use of the latest development stage of this safety system: if the driver fails to react even after automatic, partial braking action, the PRE-SAFE® Brake activates the maximum braking pressure around 0.6 seconds before what is now recognised as an unavoidable accident - an emergency braking action that can significantly mitigate the severity of the impact. The PRE-SAFE® Brake therefore acts as something like an "electronic crumple zone".

New: Active Body Control reduces the effect of a crosswind

The S-Class also meets the highest expectations with respect to driving dynamics and agility. This is in part due to Direct-Steer, with a steering ratio that varies with the steering angle, and modified Active Body Control (ABC) with crosswind stabilisation (optional for the eight-cylinder model, standard for S 63 AMG, S 600 & S 65 AMG). For this purpose ABC uses the yaw rates and lateral acceleration sensors of the Electronic Stability Program ESP® to vary the wheel load distribution via the ABC spring struts within milliseconds, depending on the direction and intensity of the crosswind. This enables the effects of crosswinds to be largely compensated.

Extra safety at the physical limits, as well as even more agility, is provided by
the Torque Vectoring Brake in the 2009 S-Class – targeted, one-sided braking intervention at the inside rear wheel when cornering. The result is a defined turning moment around the vehicle's vertical axis, which means that the car turns into the bend precisely and without any loss of handling dynamics. This Torque Vectoring Brake function is standard equipment in the 2009 S-Class.

Powerful and self-assured presence

The modified design of the 2009 S-Class reflects the effortless superiority and power of the S-Class Saloon. It is characterised by the more pronounced arrow-shape of the radiator grille, plus a new front bumper with a discreet light-catching contour and a chrome strip below the cooling air intakes. The headlamps have bi‑xenon technology as standard.

An even more dynamic look is ensured by the LED Light package with its striking LED arrays for daytime driving lights, indicators and driving lights. They lend an unmistakable day-and-night design to the front end. The rear end is characterised by tail lights in a new design, with horizontal, white light rather than the previous inserts in the vehicle colour. Here too, a total of 52 LEDs arranged in a curved design form an unmistakable light signature.

Mercedes-Benz also makes more use of light as a styling element in the interior. In future the ambient lighting will provide customers with a choice between three lighting moods: solar (amber), neutral (white) and polar (ice-blue).

State-of-the-art multimedia technology

In line with its serene character and claim to be a technological trendsetter, the 2009 S-Class also sets standards where onboard infotainment is concerned. As a world first Mercedes-Benz will equip its flagship model with the new SPLITVIEW technology for the COMAND APS control and display system centrally located in the centre console. This innovative display concept allows the driver and front passenger to view different content simultaneously on one and the same screen.

While the driver, for example, uses the map-based navigation system, the front passenger can be watching a latest-release film on DVD.

Mercedes-Benz has also extended the standard control and display system COMAND with additional functions; for example an SD memory card slot. Other new features include a Bluetooth® interface, which wirelessly connects a mobile phone to the standard onboard hands-free system, and a USB interface. These enable customers to export saved data and import them into any other S-Class. It is also possible to transfer navigation data to another vehicle. Mercedes-Benz also offers a media interface – a universal interface in the glove compartment for mobile audio devices like an iPod® and USB stick also with AUX input.

The COMAND APS is equipped with an Australia- and New Zealand-wide navigation system whose data is stored on a 40 GB hard disc. This allows particularly fast route calculation. The high level of navigating convenience is also aided by the detailed three-dimensional map display (operational with WhereiS Version 16 mapping data due late 2009).

Musical entertainment is provided by a radio, a 6-disc CD/DVD player with MP3 function, an equalizer with speed-dependent volume control and the MUSIC REGISTER with a 7.2 GB hard disc which stores around 2500 digital music files in the MP3, AAC or WMA format.

The system recognises music files played on CD, DVD or from the MUSIC REGISTER using its stored Gracenote® database, and shows the title, album and performer in the colour display. The new Music Search function enables S-Class drivers and passengers to search SD memory cards, USB sticks, CDs and DVDs for specific music titles and performers. COMAND APS also includes the latest-generation LINGUATRONIC voice-operated control system, which operates the telephone and audio devices by whole-word commands. This has the advantage that the driver no longer has to spell out his commands. To select a radio station, choose a title from the MUSIC REGISTER or access a contact in the phone directory, the driver only needs to say what they want.

Mercedes-Benz has also increased the range of rear seat entertainment functions in the 2009 S-Class. As optional equipment, passengers in the rear have a remote control unit which enables all the audio and telematics functions of COMAND APS to be operated, plus access to external devices via the Media Interface. Mercedes-Benz also offers a Rear Seat Entertainment package with two eight-inch displays on the rear surfaces of the front seat head restraints, two wireless headphones and a separate CD/DVD player with connections for external audio and video devices.

The surround sound system with "Logic 7" technology developed by Mercedes-Benz together with the audio specialists Harman Kardon® delivers an outstanding performance with three-dimensional sound as a natural 360-degree musical experience for all passengers.

Interior: carefully selected materials and first-class finishing

The multifunction steering wheel of the S-Class has also been modified by the Mercedes-Benz designers: the rim and airbag module are now lined with soft nappa leather as standard. The new, flatter airbag module also lends a sporty touch to the multifunction steering wheel.

When choosing the interior, S-Class customers now have even more scope for their personal preferences. A total of five different types of wood trim provide perfectly coordinated material and colour concepts to suit personal tastes.
To make the decision-making process easier, Mercedes-Benz designers have developed three new interior combinations for the colour scheme: alpaca grey/basalt grey, cashmere beige/savanna beige and chestnut brown/black. Together with an all-black interior for the comfort-oriented business saloon and the well-proven combination of sahara beige/black, this produces a total of five tasteful interior design options. In addition to standard leather upholstery two higher quality leathers, PASSION and Exclusive PASSION, are available as an option.

At a glance: Australian Prices for the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The prices detailed in this document are current Manufacturer’s List Prices (MLP) for the Mercedes-Benz S 350, S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY, S 350 L, S 500, S 500 L, S 63 AMG, S 600 L, and S 65 AMG L.

As you may be aware, the MLP includes GST and any LCT applicable to the base / standard specification model but EXCLUDES DEALER DELIVERY AND ALL ON ROAD COSTS such as, for example, registration fees, stamp duty, CTP and the like.

Accordingly, please ensure that when you publish the details contained in this document, your publication makes it clear to its readers that:

- The attached pricing is an MLP
- That the MLP excludes on road costs and dealer delivery, and
- For drive away price information, consumers should contact dealers

Whilst we are unable to provide you with drive away pricing due to the wide variation in on-road costs between states and territories, and the different ranges of dealer delivery imposed by dealers, we encourage you to contact one of our authorised Mercedes-Benz passenger car dealers in order to obtain relevant and accurate drive away information for your specific audience.

At a glance: some technical highlights of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class