2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic Coupe - Here's a fairly easy pop quiz for yourself Mercedes-Benz fans. Which vehicles in Benz's lineup can be purchased having a twin-turbo V-8 since the base (or sole) engine? You will find only three, and they're all special and also expensive, priced at greater than $100,000. One of these, naturally, may be the focus here, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic Coupe. (The G-GT and sophistication S would be the other two.).
Even if this is really a First Test, this isn't really at the first try we've tested the S-Class coupe We skipped on the S550 and went straight for that big boys, first getting informed about the S63 AMG 4Matic Coupe along with its 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8 which makes 577 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque. We even threw it in to a head-to-head battle versus the Bentley Continental GT V8 S. (Find out how the Benz did HERE) We snagged the decadent S65 AMG Coupe using its 6.-liter twin-turbo V-12 that churns out 621 hp and 738 lb-ft.
Having said that, the S550 4Matic coupe slots in to the more tame 400-horsepower range. Full of a 4.7-liter twin-turbo V-8, the base S-Class coupe makes 449 hp and 519 lb-ft. And it's faraway from a slouch. Launching this 4,733-pound beast from to 60 mph occur in just 4.2 seconds. For comparison, the S63 4Matic coupe did the deed in 3.6 seconds, and also the S65 needed 4. seconds. Obviously the 4Matic all-wheel-drive system within the S550 and S63 certainly are a benefit here. Meanwhile, the S550 clears the quarter mile in 12.8 seconds, an eighth of your second behind the S63 plus a fifth behind the S65. present in its AMG counterparts, but it really still stops from 60 mph inside a respectable 114 feet. As well as its figure-eight duration of 25.4 seconds matches that relating to smaller and sportier 2015 Jaguar F-Type S coupe.
the S-Class coupe is far more of the easy, breezy cruiser. When compared to the missilelike acceleration launches through the AMG versions, the S550 is a lot more just like a stealth torpedo. An in-depth exhaust note permeates the cabin perfectly under hard acceleration runs, but otherwise the powertrain is almost silent. Any quick maneuvers, however, will remind you of your coupe's heft and size. The entire body will lean considerably, but no less than steering is accurate and predictable. Yes, go ahead and use the long way home, so long as this way is generally straight.
could be the basic model amongst the S-Class coupe trio, but it's still a looker. Our test car's Diamond White paint emanates from Benz's Designo boasting a pearlescent effect that appears absolutely gorgeous under the sun. The $5,900 Sport package has 20-inch, multispoke wheels, a diamond-pattern grille, and meaner-looking bumpers which make the S550 almost indiscernible in the S65 and S63 AMG.
The special Designo treatment continues inside with two-tone Espresso and Porcelain Brown Nappa leather that's exceptionally soft. One gripe? The Porcelain-colored floormats. Unless your world is included in red carpet, then light-colored carpet just doesn't make lots of sense. Besides the dirty and stained floormats, the interior's craftsmanship and facts are pleasing and impressive on the eyes. The atmosphere-perfuming system initially may seem like overkill, but it really does give a nice touch. Sitting inside of the S-Class is similar to obtaining a warm hug from grandma-your heartrate drops, your breath deepens, your gaze relaxes, and everything appears all in the world.
For common folk, the S550 4Matic coupe's base expense of $120,825 is way from relaxing. It is actually, however, a relative bargain in contrast to the S63 AMG ($164,075) and also the S65 AMG ($236,675! ). Our test car tops out at $148,470 on account of the aforementioned Sport package and also the interior and exterior Designo touches. Other choices include night view assist plus ($2,260), a Burmester 3-D speakers ($6,400), as well as a Premium package ($3,500) that includes a head-up display, massaging front seats, along with a 360-degree camera. The Heat and luxury package tacks on $1,900, along with the Driver Assistance package adds $2,800 and includes each of the software and hardware that essentially transform the auto into an autonomous vehicle. Fully autonomous tech is arriving earlier than later, which test car is evidence of that. Activate Distronic Plus, as well as the vehicle will assume allbraking and accelerating, and steering duties. on account of current regulations, the autonomous steering feature is only going to work for several seconds at any given time before requiring you to accept the wheel again.
The S550 coupe is an additional illustration showing why the S-Class has always been considered the benchmark. Rolls and GT-Royce Wraith might have the fancy exclusivity and badges, nevertheless they don't contain the Benz's knockout blend of technology,performance and luxury, and design.
