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The new generation R 300 L - Simply stunning
The latest generation of R 300 L features a new, self-assured appearance. The overall impression is determined by an integrity of design that encapsulates the unique personality of this highly versatile vehicle. The focus of the designers was the completely revised front section which, by emphasising the width and making use of a horizontally structured bonnet, affords the entire vehicle a look which is as harmonious as it is powerfully dynamic. As well as the bonnet, the vehicle's wings, radiator grille and surround, headlamps and bumpers with chrome underguard have all been completely redesigned. A chrome insert with integrated LED daytime driving lights in conjunction with bi-xenon headlamps is available to enhance the look of the R-Class even further.
The side view features coupé-like lines - a pleasant contrast to conventional MPVs - and is characterised by the modified exterior mirror housings and the wheel design. The design idiom of the front is continued consistently through to the rear section which, with its new bumper covering, modified tail lamps and integrated tailpipe trim, has also been given an accentuated wide look.
The design highlights of the 3.5-litre V6 include a completely new air intake and exhaust system in conjunction with a variable resonance intake manifold and optimised inflow and outflow. Result: with the same displacement, the output compared with the previous 200 kW (272 hp) model is increased by 12.5 percent to 225 kW (306 hp), while maximum torque has increased by 5.7 percent to 370 Newton metres (predecessor: 350 Nm) and now is available over a broad engine speed range from 3500 to 5250 rpm.
In parallel with this substantial increase in power, Mercedes engineers have achieved an even more impressive reduction in fuel consumption. The predecessor's NEDC consumption was already good at 10.0 litres of premium petrol per 100 kilometres, but has now been cut by almost a quarter. The new V6 petrol engine in the S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY is content with 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres. That adds up to savings of 2.4 litres or 24 percent, and makes the S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY the most economical petrol model in the luxury class. CO2 emissions have also fallen by 23.5 percent to 179 grams per kilometre (long wheelbase). The S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY combines excellent consumption figures with dynamic performance, accelerating from standstill to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds. Top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
Despite a considerable increase in power of 35 kW (47 hp), Mercedes developers have been able to reduce the combined fuel consumption of the S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY significantly. At 9.3 litres of premium petrol per 100 kilometres, this is 16 percent (long wheelbase) below the figure for the preceding model. An outstanding figure in the luxury class, this corresponds to CO2 emissions of 219 grams per kilometre. The excellent efficiency goes hand in hand with superior performance: the S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY sprints from zero to 100 km/h in impressive 5.0 seconds. Top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited). The increase in output and torque despite the reduced displacement is mainly due to the use of two turbochargers – one for each bank of cylinders. These force the intake air into the eight combustion chambers at a pressure of up to 0.9. The turbochargers are configured to provide a high torque at low engine speeds, and an outstanding 600 newton metres are already available between 1600 and 4750 rpm.
As a new feature the Night View Assist Plus available on S 350 L and S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY 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.
The side view features coupé-like lines - a pleasant contrast to conventional MPVs - and is characterised by the modified exterior mirror housings and the wheel design. The design idiom of the front is continued consistently through to the rear section which, with its new bumper covering, modified tail lamps and integrated tailpipe trim, has also been given an accentuated wide look.
Wellness program: a relaxed environment for both longer journeys and everyday use
Particularly where seating variations are concerned, the interior of the new R 300 L offers a great deal of scope: in its standard version this saloon designed for relaxed, safe touring has a seven-seater configuration. The front seats are fully electrically adjustable with memory as standard.
There also reveals another benefit in the form of its large, versatile luggage compartment: in the long wheelbase versions the luggage compartment holds up to 2385 litres. The EASY PACK tailgate, which can be operated remotely by means of a switch or key, also makes access to the luggage compartment easier. As such the R 300 L offers the most variable and spacious vehicle in the entire Mercedes-Benz passenger car product range.
The bright, classic interior - which seems even more spacious when fitted with the sunroof - makes use of new materials and colour combinations to enhance the high-class appeal and quality of this luxury tourer. At the same time they underline the sense of wellbeing inside the vehicle which is so typical of a Mercedes-Benz.
The R 300 L is equipped with the latest-generation of the innovative 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission. This seven-speed transmission now has new bearings and couplings, operates with different oil pressures and uses a low-friction oil. These measures reduce friction and churning losses, thereby improving efficiency. The new torque converter with slip-reduced lockup clutch likewise improves efficiency and aids fuel economy. In addition, standstill decoupling lowers fuel consumption. This technical feature reduces transmission input torque in "D" when the car is at rest, for example at traffic lights. This lowers the stress on the engine, making for lower fuel consumption, better vehicle acoustics and smoother idling. The slip-controlled clutch is engaged as soon as the driver releases the operating brake, ensuring no delay when the vehicle moves off.
The Dynamic Handling Package also includes a three-spoke steering wheel with shift paddles on the steering wheel. The steering-wheel shift paddles allow drivers to change gear manually without taking their hands off the steering wheel. It also allows sporty and fast motor-racing-style gear changes as well as a sporty flair as the paddles can be clearly seen by the driver.
Topping the performance is its exquisite interior and exterior. Both driver and front passenger are being hugged snugly by the front sports seats when the car is negotiating through tight bends. The steering wheel gearshift paddles make gear changing a breeze beside the aluminium-look gearshift lever. Other interior components of the AMG Sports Package include a 3-spoke steering wheel, brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs and floor mats with AMG lettering.
Excellent road holding is provided by the lowered sports suspension and 18-inch AMG alloy wheels with mixed tyres. The engine is specially tuned to produce a roaring sporty engine sound.
The exterior design is accentuated by front and rear aprons and side skirts. The perforated front brake discs and brake callipers with its strikingly sport looks, also deliver excellent deceleration.
There also reveals another benefit in the form of its large, versatile luggage compartment: in the long wheelbase versions the luggage compartment holds up to 2385 litres. The EASY PACK tailgate, which can be operated remotely by means of a switch or key, also makes access to the luggage compartment easier. As such the R 300 L offers the most variable and spacious vehicle in the entire Mercedes-Benz passenger car product range.
The bright, classic interior - which seems even more spacious when fitted with the sunroof - makes use of new materials and colour combinations to enhance the high-class appeal and quality of this luxury tourer. At the same time they underline the sense of wellbeing inside the vehicle which is so typical of a Mercedes-Benz.
The R 300 L is equipped with the latest-generation of the innovative 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission. This seven-speed transmission now has new bearings and couplings, operates with different oil pressures and uses a low-friction oil. These measures reduce friction and churning losses, thereby improving efficiency. The new torque converter with slip-reduced lockup clutch likewise improves efficiency and aids fuel economy. In addition, standstill decoupling lowers fuel consumption. This technical feature reduces transmission input torque in "D" when the car is at rest, for example at traffic lights. This lowers the stress on the engine, making for lower fuel consumption, better vehicle acoustics and smoother idling. The slip-controlled clutch is engaged as soon as the driver releases the operating brake, ensuring no delay when the vehicle moves off.
AMG Sports Package coupled with Dynamic Handling Package: comfort and sportiness and styling all in one
The Dynamic Handling Package also includes a three-spoke steering wheel with shift paddles on the steering wheel. The steering-wheel shift paddles allow drivers to change gear manually without taking their hands off the steering wheel. It also allows sporty and fast motor-racing-style gear changes as well as a sporty flair as the paddles can be clearly seen by the driver.
Topping the performance is its exquisite interior and exterior. Both driver and front passenger are being hugged snugly by the front sports seats when the car is negotiating through tight bends. The steering wheel gearshift paddles make gear changing a breeze beside the aluminium-look gearshift lever. Other interior components of the AMG Sports Package include a 3-spoke steering wheel, brushed stainless steel sports pedals with rubber studs and floor mats with AMG lettering.
Excellent road holding is provided by the lowered sports suspension and 18-inch AMG alloy wheels with mixed tyres. The engine is specially tuned to produce a roaring sporty engine sound.
The exterior design is accentuated by front and rear aprons and side skirts. The perforated front brake discs and brake callipers with its strikingly sport looks, also deliver excellent deceleration.
S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY: up to 24 percent lower consumption
The ultra-modern 3.5-litre V6 engine of the S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY is naturally aspirated, but also suitable for the future use of a turbocharger thanks to the modular design concept. The most striking change between the new V6 unit and its predecessor is a reduction in the V-angle between the cylinder banks from 90 degrees to 60 degrees. This enables the primary balancer shaft to be omitted, and as a result the driver registers an outstanding level of comfort.The design highlights of the 3.5-litre V6 include a completely new air intake and exhaust system in conjunction with a variable resonance intake manifold and optimised inflow and outflow. Result: with the same displacement, the output compared with the previous 200 kW (272 hp) model is increased by 12.5 percent to 225 kW (306 hp), while maximum torque has increased by 5.7 percent to 370 Newton metres (predecessor: 350 Nm) and now is available over a broad engine speed range from 3500 to 5250 rpm.
In parallel with this substantial increase in power, Mercedes engineers have achieved an even more impressive reduction in fuel consumption. The predecessor's NEDC consumption was already good at 10.0 litres of premium petrol per 100 kilometres, but has now been cut by almost a quarter. The new V6 petrol engine in the S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY is content with 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres. That adds up to savings of 2.4 litres or 24 percent, and makes the S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY the most economical petrol model in the luxury class. CO2 emissions have also fallen by 23.5 percent to 179 grams per kilometre (long wheelbase). The S 350 L BlueEFFICIENCY combines excellent consumption figures with dynamic performance, accelerating from standstill to 100 km/h in 6.9 seconds. Top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY: more powerful, more economical, more efficient
The new V8 biturbo engine in the S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY generates 320 kW (435 hp) with 15 percent less displacement (4663 cc instead of 5461 cc), and therefore around twelve percent more output than its 285 kW (388 hp) predecessor. Torque has risen from 530 to 700 newton metres – an increase of 32 percent.Despite a considerable increase in power of 35 kW (47 hp), Mercedes developers have been able to reduce the combined fuel consumption of the S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY significantly. At 9.3 litres of premium petrol per 100 kilometres, this is 16 percent (long wheelbase) below the figure for the preceding model. An outstanding figure in the luxury class, this corresponds to CO2 emissions of 219 grams per kilometre. The excellent efficiency goes hand in hand with superior performance: the S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY sprints from zero to 100 km/h in impressive 5.0 seconds. Top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited). The increase in output and torque despite the reduced displacement is mainly due to the use of two turbochargers – one for each bank of cylinders. These force the intake air into the eight combustion chambers at a pressure of up to 0.9. The turbochargers are configured to provide a high torque at low engine speeds, and an outstanding 600 newton metres are already available between 1600 and 4750 rpm.
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 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 available on S 350 L and S 500 L BlueEFFICIENCY 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.
