Review
Mercedes S-Class Cabriolet
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- Luxurious interior
- Quick and convenient
- first- class checks tech
- Tiny boot
- Two relatively small rear seats
- Steep running costs
"Simply put, the Mercedes S-Class Cabriolet one of the most beautiful four-seater convertible is on sale today. Luxurious, fast and convenient, it is a very impressive car. "
as Mercedes S-class Cabriolet is the excellent Mercedes S-class Coupé is based See, it's no surprise that it is also an excellent car. It is fast, elegant (inside and outside) luxurious and comfortable
There are only three versions of the Mercedes S-Class Cabriolet available. - The "entry-level" S500, the barnstorming AMG S63 and the S65 really bonkers AMG version. The S500 uses a twin-turbocharged 449bhp 4.7-liter V8, while the S63 is a twin-turbocharged 577bhp 5.5-liter V8 used. Topping the range is the wild S65, 6.0-liter V12 with a twin-turbo powered which produces a massive 624bhp. The S500 is a traditional seven-speed automatic with a nine-speed automatic transmission, the S63 a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and S65.
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All versions are quick, with the S500 managing 0-62mph in 4.6 seconds, the S63 in 4.2 and the S65 in 4.1. All are electronically limited to a top speed of 155mph, although adding the packet AMG driver either the S63 or S65, this raises 186mph.
Not surprisingly for a car that weighs more than the already powerful S-Class Coupé, driven by large gasoline engines cost of the convertible run will be steep. In the best case, the S500 reverses 33mpg, while the S63 and S65 AMG models are officially around 28 and 24mpg manage. CO2 emissions are 204, 237 and 279g / km for the S500, S63 and S65 respectively corresponding to respective annual road tax bills of £ 295, £ 500 and £ 515
As you can imagine, no S class Cabriolet is exactly sparce. The interior comes in leather swathed over the area, while you also get a ton of gizmos as standard. This includes around LED lighting, DAB radio, Navi, Bluetooth connectivity, electrically adjustable front seats with memory function, heating and cooling for the front seats, dual-zone climate control and even heated rear seats. Go to S63 and S65 AMG models and you get even more standard equipment.
In terms of safety, we are very confident in the S-class, despite the fact that Euro NCAP has not crash tested each of the S-Class family. There are loads of standard safety equipment and a number more on the list of options. Apart from the obligatory stability control and antilock brakes, you also get plenty of airbags, a system for recording, if you are tired at the wheel (and recommended a rest area if necessary) and a collision avoidance assistance system which can help prevent a crash by automatic braking
There are also crosswind support -. a system that keep on track, you will help if there is a sudden gust of wind. Besides all this, you also get rear ISOFIX child seat mounting points in the rear seats, a tire pressure warning system and road sign recognition software.
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MPG, Rates & CO2 runs
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There is no doubt, the Mercedes S-class convertible will cost a pretty penny to run
running costs is not an area in which the S-class seems. Even the most efficient S500 version has a twin-turbo 4.7-liter V8 petrol engine producing nearly 449bhp. According to official data, it will return to 33mpg, although we be surprised if you anywhere near that in the real world - likely to be more attainable mid 20s. This corresponds to CO2 emissions of 197 g / km, which 295 £ mean an annual road tax bill.
to move one of the two AMG models and the costs get even more tears to my eyes. The 577bhp AMG S63 will return just 28mpg (which in turn is a somewhat optimistic number), while CO2 emissions of 237g / km means an annual £ 505 tax bill. is at the top of the range, the AMG S65 and its 624bhp twin-turbo V12, according to official figures manage to 23mpg (mid teens are more likely). CO2 emissions of 279g / km for this model you mean to £ 515 road tax liable every year.
We would not recommend it as a company car, as well as the most efficient S500 sits in the 35% benefit-in-kind (BiK) company car tax bracket, while the two AMG models are in the top 37% range. The car of the high purchase price will inflate these contributions to painful levels
Like all Mercedes S-Class Cabriolet receives a three-year / unlimited mileage warranty, but expect the maintenance -. In particular, brake and tire changes - cost much. Insurance costs will be high as well, despite the extensive crash prevention technology on board -. Clean, because this is such a desirable car, and there is an increased risk of damage or theft in connection with Soft-top cars
Also forget don 't that large, luxurious and powerful cars as they strongly and devalue tend. this S-Class Cabriolet represent On the bright side, if you now can not afford a bargain on the used market in a few years.
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motors, drive & Performance
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the Mercedes S-class Cabriolet is very fast, great to drive and has a very comfortable ride
How would expect from any car, carrying the S-class badge the Cabriolet travels exceptionally comfortable. Whether you rays of the highway or rolled through the city down, soaking the suspension on bumps with ease, and - with the roof, at least - it inside remains particularly low, so that to make quiet progress
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drop the three-layer insulated canvas roof, however, and even when the power-operated wind deflector on spot, you will be a fair bit of buffeting remarkable - especially at high speeds -. and it is quite noisy to
, you can not expect so to handle a large, heavy and comfortable car that good, either, but it is an accomplished car to drive. The steering is direct and precise, while the body is well controlled lean in hard cornering. Ultimately, there is no auto-size and weight to hide, but it is a competent performer yet.
Whichever model you go, you will not want to be left for the performance. All three versions have 0-62mph in less than five seconds, the 449bhp S500 under 4.6, the 577bhp S63 under 4.2 and the 624bhp finished the sprint in only 4.1 seconds. All three are limited as standard to a top speed of 155 mph, but if you go for one of the AMG models, you can increase this to 186mph speccing the AMG Driver's Package.
The nine-speed automatic transmission is smooth, though the car's weight means it occasionally on the highway the engine in its sweet spot is to keep kickdown. usually, however, the engine is very quiet, if you really want to push.
Interior & Comfort
with sumptuous decor and incredibly smooth ride, the Mercedes S-class Cabriolet feels domineering
If you are after a luxurious four-seat convertible, the two things that it must have, are luxury and technology-laden interior and a cosseting, comfortable ride. We can use the S-Class Cabriolet delivers in spades on both fronts.
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confirmModels get expensive, leather upholstered seats, with those in the front of both profit heating and cooling, while the rear passengers have to 'make do' with only heating almost everything is electrically adjustable -. including steering wheel - so to find the perfect seating position and to be comfortable is, simple. If you lower the roof, there is a bit of buffeting and noise at high speed (which takes about 20 seconds), but otherwise the car is relatively quiet.
as would be expected of a Mercedes as much as the S calculation class that fit and finish of the interior is of very high quality. In addition to the soft leather seats, there are metal-enclosed switchgear, wood veneers and LED ambient lighting that can be adjusted for color and brightness.
Loads Kit is standard as well as Twin 12.3-inch screens that display the instruments and infotainment system. There are also the usual gimmicks like DAB radio, Bluetooth, GPS, intelligent LED lights all around and two-zone air conditioning.
The AMG S63 model Step up and you get a 50-watt, 13-speaker Burmester stereo, an automatic parking system, soft massage front seats, Napa leather upholstery, keyless entry and go, and Swarovski crystals in the headlights. At the top of the range, is the AMG S65 with heated armrests and a heated steering wheel, and an even more powerful 150-watt Burmester stereo, a night vision camera, pleasantly scented air conditioning and even softer leather.
The list of options is long and very expensive, so be careful. Basically, if you pay enough money Mercedes, it will just add on everything only one wish, to your S-Class. None of the official options are really important, but if the S500 is worth buying, adding the Premium Pack which includes seats massage and air, neck-level heating, an upgrade to the Burmester stereo and 20-inch AMG alloy wheels.
practicality & trunk
The Mercedes S-class Cabriolet is one of the few true four ~~ POS = TRUNC convertibles are
No other large four-seater convertible this side of a Rolls-Royce dawn offers a lot of space in inside for four people, as you get in the S-class. Even with all seats in use, everyone has plenty of room, even with the roof, it can be a little claustrophobic in the back feel due to the small rear window and screen.
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With the roof down, inputs and out of the front and the back is a breeze (although the long doors it could in a narrow parking) make tricky to help with access to slide forward automatically by wide doors and front seats.
in the interior is the center armrest cubby is deep and there to control two-level memory before the wheel the infotainment system, including two cup holders and a compartment big enough for a smartphone. The door bins car are hidden in size and with second, smaller container behind wood veneer panels.
Given the overall size of the S-Class Cabriolet, the boot is actually quite small. It is a useful square shape, but there is a shelf must be positioned low, if you want to put the roof down and the opening is narrow.
reliability and safety
Large Although should mean reputation for reliability and tons Security Kit reliable and safe
the Mercedes S-class Cabriolet is no specific reliability data for this particular car is there, we know that Mercedes in recent years its reliability Match was upping, after a bit of a wobble in the 00s.
in our 2016 Driver Power customer satisfaction survey, the brand total of 32 12 stops is pretty good, but the reliability due to the 22 a little more about. That is, most of the components used in the S-Class convertible, proved successful in the S-Class sedan, which has now been on sale for a while. The car certainly feels reassuringly solid, to the point it almost feels crafted.
you should not, either be concerned about security, despite the fact that the Euro Convertible Crash NCAP tested, as it is not a big-selling model. It is certainly not lacking safety package: In addition to the mandatory stability control, traction control and anti-lock brakes, you can also get an emergency braking system, a plurality of air bags, tire pressure control, road sign recognition software and a system that can detect when you are too tired at the wheel and hit somewhere to stop for a break. There is also an automatic system to keep the car stable in strong crosswinds, and ISOFIX child seat mounting points on the rear.
price, price-performance ratio and options
the Mercedes S-class Cabriolet is undoubtedly expensive, but feels worth it
We will not deny that the Mercedes S-class Cabriolet an expensive car to buy and race. Even the cheapest version starts at about £ 110,000, while the most expensive model at the door of £ 0,000 be banging once you have added a nice paint job and some alloy wheels.
But when you compare it with its biggest rivals - the Bentley Continental GT Convertible and Aston Martin DB9 Volante - you will see that neither such offers a fantastic balance of luxury, performance, comfort and space. The S-Class is a proper four-seater, while the Aston and Bentley rear seats are sometimes matters than the Mercs. Both rivals are more expensive than the Mercedes and not so well equipped, either.
Admittedly, the DB9 will soon be replaced by the DB11 and is more exclusive than the Mercedes, but the Bentley is suddenly not feel as good a set in addition to the S-Class (which we also think looks better, but that is a matter of taste). It is therefore reasonable to suggest that the S-Class Cabriolet is a good price-performance ratio, as compared to its competitors
The list of options is another question, but -. It is very long and very, very expensive. There are not many things that we would recommend as the car fitted so well comes as it is, but the Burmester stereo is excellent, so if you are an audiophile, it is worth upgrade.
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