Tag: S500

  • BRABUS Demonstrates its Latest Masterpiece, the 2015 Brabus Mercedes-Benz S500 Plug-in Hybrid

    As you know, for more than three decades BRABUS demonstrates confidence, perfection and elegance within its refined work. And now, with the latest BRABUS PowerXtra B50 Hybrid for the Mercedes S 500 PLUG-IN HYBRID the tuning brand demonstrates for one more time why it is one of the best on the market today.

    Drivetrain upgrades

    The engineer team made an incredible upgrade for the Mercedes model, as it inceases the power of the V6 engine with 52 hp (38 kW) and boosts the torque with 70 Nm. With this additions, the vehicle comes with a total of 500 hp (368 kW) and torque of 890 Nm. The result? The S 500 now sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.9 seconds and chases the top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph)

    As you know, BRABUS is a pioneer in the research and development of not just high-performance engines, but high-performance eco-friendly powerplants. Staying true to the tradition, the German tuning brand geared the S 500 with a special 3.0-Liter V6 gasoline engine and plug-in electric drive. This gadget, the plug-and-play BRABUS PowerXtra B50 Hybrid brings additional 52 horsepower (38 kW) and 70 Nm.

    And as a well-known brand for the quality and richness of the detail, BRABUS offers and a stainless-steel exhaust system, that incorporates the BRABUS logo. Sweet, isn’t it? Furthermore, the tuning team  brings and numerous more goodies for the well-designed sedan. Tailor-made BRABUS aerodynamic elements of carbon-fiber are available on numerous different places on the body.

    Exterior and interior upgrades

    The front fascia replaces the stock bumper and catches the eye with its looks and the stylish air intakers. Furthermore, the shape is especially redesigned to reduce the lift on the front axle and features a special integrated spoiler lip. Furthermore, every fender is upgraded with a special BRABUS-crafted carbon-fiber elements.

    And of course, the striking visions come with striking lights: the redesigned LED headlights are integrated in a special underside rocker panels.

    The vehicle is further geared with BRABUS “PLATINUM EDITION” high-tech wheels, that come with customizable options for wheel/tire options. Furthermore, there are Monoblock VI and Monoblock F cross wheels, that can be combined with Continental, Pirelli or YOKOHAMA tires.

    On the other hand, the interior is sheer and luxury, that really has that unmistakable BRABUS touch. Everything is covered with high-quality BRABUS leather and every single detail had its own attention and we all will admit, that BRABUS team has incredible skills in shaping wonderfully even the smallest details. Furthermore, the hybrid can also be geared with the special BRABUS “iBusiness” multimedia system.

    Source: Brabus

     

  • Mercedes-Benz S500 Plug-in Hybrid with F1 Technology [video]

    Mercedes-Benz has published a new promo video featuring the new S500 Plug-in Hybrid. The super-efficient luxurious saloon boasts F1 technology fitted in a road going model. The video also features Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton who argue on topic: who is the best driver.

    Mercedes-Benz S500 Plug-in Hybrid is powered by a 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine and an electric motor with an 8.7 kWh battery pack. The petrol engine develops 333HP (245 kW) and 480Nm (354 lb-ft). The combined output is 435HP (325 kW) and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in just 5.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The average fuel consumption is sensational – 2.8 liters / 100 km (84 mpg US or 100.8 mpg UK). The car can go up to 33 km (20.5 miles) only on electricity.

    The Mercedes-Benz hybrid system is modular and scalable in design, and can be applied to numerous model series including E-Class, C-Class, CLS, etc. In the coming years, there will be numerous new hybrid models. The modular hybrid system also shows its strengths in conjunction with the different drive systems. In-line four-cylinder engines (petrol and diesel) can be hybridised just as well as a V6 petrol engine.

    “Mercedes-Benz – The Best or Nothing!”

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNt97ySBfXI

    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • Mercedes-Benz S500 Plug-in Hybrid Confirmed for 2014

    Mercedes-Benz has confirmed the S 500 Plug-in Hybrid for 2014. The luxurious saloon demonstrates how luxury and sustainability can be combined at a previously unprecedented level.

    The S 500 Plug-in Hybrid will set new standards in the luxury class with a fuel consumption of less than 4 liters per 100 km. While the S 400 Hybrid meets the criteria for efficiency class A, the S 300 BlueTEC Hybrid is the only luxury saloon to be classified as A+. The S 500 Plug-in Hybrid is going to feature an electric motor, an 8.7 kWh battery and a six-cylinder petrol engine that develops 333 HP (245 kW) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque.

    The Mercedes-Benz hybrid system is modular and scalable in design, and can be applied to numerous model series. In the coming years, in line with the timing of new model introductions, there will be numerous new hybrid models. The modular hybrid system also shows its strengths in conjunction with the different drive systems. In-line four-cylinder engines (petrol and diesel) can be hybridised just as well as e.g. a V6 petrol engine.

    Source: Mercedes-Benz

  • INDEN-Design Mercedes S500

    INDEN-Design Mercedes S500 is the latest masterpiece conversion by the noble specialist, which transforms the exclusive luxury sedan to mirror the stellar look of the facelift version of the Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG and even more. (more…)

  • Lorinser sell tuned 450 SEL 6.9 W116

    By 1975 the USA had long mothballed its moon vehicles, as with the Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9, W116 series the Germans unveiled a road rocket, whose thrust felt like it could easily rival a Saturn V. (more…)