Debut Mercedes-Benz S class fourth generation with the factory designation W220 took place in 1998, compared to its predecessor, the steel car is slightly smaller, but noticeably more technologically advanced. Since 2003, the 4Matic all-wheel drive transmission began to be installed on the sedan, and the manual transmission, on the contrary, was excluded from the list of equipment.
The production of the model was carried out until 2005, and the total circulation was 485 thousand units.
The "fourth" Mercedes-Benz S-class is a four-door executive class sedan, available in short and long wheelbase versions. Vehicle length - from 5042 to 5164 mm, height - 1453 mm, width - 1855 mm, wheelbase- from 2864 to 3086 mm. The curb weight of the "German" varies from 1770 to 1855 kg, depending on the modification.
Under the hood of the Mercedes-Benz W220, V-shaped “sixes” with a volume of 2.8 to 3.8 liters were installed, giving out from 197 to 245 Horse power power. V8 engines had a volume of 4.3 and 5.0 liters, and a power of 279 and 306 "horses", respectively. The top-of-the-line S 600 was equipped with a 5.8-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine with a return of 500 hp. There were also turbodiesels with a volume of 3.2 and 4.0 liters with a capacity of 197 to 250 horsepower.
Besides, the lineup The “special class” was replenished with “charged” AMG versions, which flaunted engines that produced from 360 to 612 “horses”. Two transmissions were offered - a 5- or 7-band "automatic", rear-wheel drive or a full 4Matic.
The fourth-generation Mercedes-Benz S-class sedan was the first of the models to get Airmatic air suspension, which has fixed settings for different driving styles by changing the pressure in the shock absorbers. Brakes on all wheels are disc, front - ventilated.
The "fourth" S-class had a number of features, one of which can be called a lot of different electronic systems. Among them are air suspension, a radar cruise control system, a computer stabilization system, a driver assistance system during heavy braking, a proprietary 4Matic all-wheel drive and much more.
The first public display of the Mercedes S-Class W220 took place in 1998 at the Paris Motor Show. A year later, the S320 CDI model and the flagship version of the S600 were presented, and a year later - the S400 CDI. In the fall of 2002, the car underwent a slight facelift. The sedan received slightly modified taillights and new headlights, with clear lenses. The last W220 left the factory in 2006. The limousine was assembled in Germany and Indonesia.
Exterior
Compared to its predecessor, the design has undergone a real revolution. The Mercedes S-class began to look more elegant, and the headlights acquired the original configuration. Despite less massive aerodynamic forms, the German sedan still looked very presentable, especially in black body color.
Interior
Much has changed in the interior. Here they completely broke the connection with the style of others Mercedes models. The S-Class was supposed to be unique and different from the cheaper E and C-Class. It was the only vehicle in the German automaker's range to feature a custom steering wheel, center console, door panels and seats. It's interesting that steering wheel with buttons to control the telephone and audio system, was subsequently exported to the Maybach, which relies on the design solutions of the S-Class.
Equipment
We can talk about the equipment for a long time. The predecessor of the W140 raised the bar very high in the field of equipping electronic devices. W220 had no choice but to go further in this direction.
Anyone who decides to buy a luxury German sedan should know that this car has never had a complete set. List basic equipment completely dependent on the power unit under the hood, and everything else could be obtained for an additional fee. So theoretically, if you want to buy an S-class in the most complete equipment, you need to choose among the flagship engines. However, in practice, even the 320 CDI can be equipped with the Keyless Go system.
Active ventilated seats with massage function always keep the driver in the optimal position during fast cornering. The seats work in cooperation with the Pre-Sef system, a preventive safety system created by Mercedes specifically for this model. If the system detects a risk of collision, the driver and passenger seats are instantly brought to the optimum position, the sunroof is locked, and the seat belts gently pull the driver and passengers. Thanks to this preparation, all safety systems, including 8 airbags, provide the greatest degree of protection in a collision. It is noteworthy that the S-Class did not take part in EuroNCAP crash tests.
Of the electronic devices, mention should be made of power seats, a refrigerator, the Command navigation system, which, after restyling in 2003, received a wide-angle screen, Linguatronic voice control, xenon headlights, and later bi-xenon headlights, a door closer, a power trunk lid and Distronic active cruise control. , which maintains a distance from the vehicle in front.
Engines
Petrol:
- 2.8 V6 (204 hp) S280;
- 3.2 V6 (224 hp) S320;
- 3.7 V6 (245 hp) S350;
- 4.3 V8 (279 hp) S430;
- 5.0 V8 (306 hp) S500;
- 5.4 V8 (360-500 hp) S55 AMG;
- 5.5 BiTurbo V8 (500 hp) S600;
- 6.0 V12 (367 hp) S600;
- 6.0 BiTurbo V12 (612 hp) AMG S65;
- 6.3 V12 (444 HP) AMG S63.
Diesel:
- 3.2 R6 (197-204 hp) S320 CDI;
- 4.0 V8 BiTurbo (250 / 260 hp) S400 CDI.
Under the hood of the Mercedes S-Class W220, 6, 8 and 12-cylinder engines were installed. Among gasoline units the weakest is the 204-horsepower V6 inherited by the S280. There were two more V6s to choose from: the S320 and S350. Two V8s were also present in the line: the weaker S430 developed 279 hp, and the more powerful S500 already 306 hp. The latter accelerates the massive sedan to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds. If this is too little for someone, then you can always choose the S600, power unit which has a return of 367 hp. Later he began to develop 500 hp.
In Europe, the most widespread diesel units. The weakest of them 320 CDI with 197 hp, and then - 204 hp. The most powerful 400 CDI with two turbochargers can provide 250 or 260 hp. With the V8 turbodiesel, the S400 CDI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km/h. Claimed average fuel consumption is 9.6 liters per 100 km.
For AMG fans, the S55 (360 and 500 hp), S63 (444 hp) and the top version of the S65 (612 hp) were prepared, which can accelerate to 100 km/h in 4 .2 seconds, and after removing the restriction, it easily steps over the 300 km / h mark.
The lowest operating costs require 6-cylinder gasoline engines. They provide the best compromise between fuel consumption and reliability. Most emotions, of course, are given by the strongest aggregates from under the court tuning studio AMG. But this is the choice of those who are not afraid of a consumption of 20 l / 100 km. In general, operating costs are proportional to the size of the engine. The most common problems with gasoline units are failing ignition coils.
Diesel lovers are faced with malfunctions in the injection system (injectors). One of weaknesses- a turbine, and in the V8 (OM628) there are two of them, which increases the cost of repairs. Another curse diesel engines- stretching the timing chain. To replace it, you need to remove the engine, and these are additional costs that should be expected after 200,000 km. More weak options bring less trouble. In the S320 CDI version, the flaps in the intake manifold fail.
There are also faults throttle valve and cases of clogged EGR valve. Often the seal leaks crankshaft. Sometimes it is necessary to replace the catalyst and lambda probe. Malfunctions in the operation of the engine control unit are not ruled out.
Transmission
Neither engine was available with a manual transmission, only a 5 or 7 speed automatic. S-Class W220 not too reliable car, and the gearbox is one of the weak points of the limousine. Mercedes was also available with the 4Matic all-wheel drive system, which significantly improves stability and handling.
The high torque of powerful motors, especially the 560 Nm S400 CDI, leads to serious damage to the automatic transmission. Often problems arose after 50,000 km. Troubles can be avoided by observing a simple rule - never press the gas all the way until the car starts moving. The cost of repairing the box is about $ 2,500. First of all, all of the above applies to the 5-speed automatic transmission.
There are oil leaks from the rear differential.
Clicks when the load changes indicate wear on the cardan damper.
Suspension
Both rear and front, the S-Class has multi-link suspension with Airmatic pneumatic elements. In some instances, there is also an Active Body Control system, which itself adjusts the characteristics of the suspension depending on driving conditions.
The biggest problem is the air suspension. The compressor fails and leaks appear in the system. Suspiciously low clearance and too reluctant lifting after starting the engine will tell you about problems with the Airmatic. The compressor is located right side behind the bumper. Its work can be checked by turning on the ignition - it should work. Suspension repair costs can be around $1,500. The most common harbinger of expenses is the message "TOO LOW" on the on-board computer screen.
Instances with the optional Active Body Control system should be avoided - the pump and hydraulic shock absorbers often break. Although the system fails less frequently than the air suspension, it is more expensive to repair.
Problems with pneumatics are often associated with depressurization of the junction of the air supply line and the air spring.
Typical malfunctions
Before buying, you should pay close attention to the body elements, which are often affected by rust. Corrosion most often appears on the lower edges of the doors and in the area of \u200b\u200bwheel arches. "Red plague" is characteristic of cars assembled before 2003.
There are also cases of failure of the power steering pump, as evidenced by excessive resistance that appears during steering.
Delivers trouble and advanced electronics. All sorts of sensors fail. There are problems with the navigation system and the CD player. Due to hardware failures, the Command system screen fades. At low temperatures, the parking sensors fail. ESP sensors and alternator may fail.
Alternator failures are more common in vehicles prior to 2003.
Some owners complain about fluctuations in temperature or the change in the speed of the supply fan at random. Shutters need to be calibrated.
These are just some of the traps that await owners of the S-Class.
Steering rods wear out relatively quickly.
Conclusion
With the advent of the W220, it quickly became clear that the era of invulnerable and reliable Mercedes was over. Therefore, when choosing the W220, you should not pay attention to the cheapest offers. In such instances are guaranteed: terrible condition, overhaul engine or attachments, complex repair of electrical wiring and suspension. Ultimately, the amount spent on restoring the limousine will exceed the cost of the car itself.
It is much better to choose fresh samples - the last years of production. Despite the unflattering reviews about the car, it has its price. Nevertheless, before buying, you should think carefully: can you really afford repairs, which sometimes exceed the amount of 2-3 thousand dollars.
However, the Mercedes S-Class is not only about high operating costs, but also about comfort, luxury and engine power.
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He did not turn out to be the hero of jokes, but he managed to be noted in women's literature as an object of desire and appeared in a bunch of films. The company actively used product placement to promote the car to the masses. The massive rocky ancestor in the face of the W140 was phenomenally prestigious, but not everyone wanted to own one. The new car was made a little smaller, a little lighter and much sleeker.
The approach paid off, the largest Mercedes sold like hot cakes in the States, where they eventually sold almost half of the total circulation of the car - 188 thousand out of 460. Of course, the owner had already driven such a car himself, and did not look like a hired driver of a prosperous person. The company realized that it was impossible to make the car too prestigious, and did not repeat the mistakes again. For those who needed a different image, we decided to revive brand Maybach. In addition to a less bulky design, less weight and a total elimination of mechanical boxes transmission machine was remembered for a few more moments. Firstly, the mass air suspension, which made the car both comfortable and pleasantly manageable. Secondly, the unprecedented complication of the level of electrical equipment of the body and the cost of maintenance closely related to this factor, which has increased several times. And an extremely poor body color. For the first time, a machine of this class had problems with reliability and corrosion.
It cannot be said that the car received the status of unsuccessful. No one would say that about a top-end Mercedes. But definitely the car turned out to be “acutely relevant”, and not “timeless”, like its other ancestors - not only the W140, but also the earlier ones -, and.
Another important feature of the two hundred and twentieth body was the appearance of all-wheel drive on the top sedan - before that, the option was available only for the E-class and SUVs. By the beginning of the 21st century, it turned out that all drive wheels were in demand not only by "jeepers" - they turned out to be to the liking of both "sportsmen" and those who operate the car in the north, in the mountains, or simply sometimes tow trailers (yes, in the States it is quite relevant for the S-class).
Pay attention to the special demand for cars with standard booking - no other car on secondary market is not presented so widely in the armored version. And the booking here is factory, which means that the cars retain acceptable driving performance and resource.
Armored Mercedes-Benz S-Class Guard
Breakdowns and problems in operation
Chassis
Technically, the car does not stand out too much from a number of other Mercedes models. The design is classic in almost everything, with solutions that have been tested by time on hundreds of thousands of machines. Double wishbone suspension in front, almost like on, multi-link rear. A serious difference from its predecessors and a "curse", as I said, was the air suspension. Its additional elements, compressor, pipelines and the racks themselves turned out to be a very expensive “consumable”, which, moreover, did not like dirty roads very much.
The reliability of very expensive air springs was acceptable only when operating in a dry and clean climate, but in Europe, and even more so in Russia, the life of the part was only a few years. Additional precautions such as regular suspension cleaning, cylinder lubrication special formulations and the installation of casings, could extend the resource to five or six years, which is not bad, but still the chances of seeing the car lying “on its belly” in the morning turned out to be too big.
The cost of the components is traditionally high - the compressor costs "only" 23 thousand rubles, but the price of the air spring of the rack starts from 80-120 thousand, and the whole price tag with a shock absorber is all 300. Yes, if you carefully look at the tables, this is more than some whole machines.
There are substitutes, but they are limitedly available, and the price still "bites" - two cylinders cost no less than 60 thousand rubles, and of acceptable quality - already closer to a hundred. The main consumable with slightly "current" racks is the compressor, which has to be changed often. Many machines are operated for years on half-killed racks, landing batteries and killing a couple of compressors a year.
Otherwise, the suspensions do not have any serious differences from the same E-class in terms of resource, unless you buy armored car- there the suspension resource will be extremely small, and the price of some components is many times higher. By the way, if you suddenly have a Maybach, then some of the W140 and armored W220 suspension elements are suitable for it, and the price gain for rebuilding the suspension of one axle will be ... about a million and a half. But even millionaires are not alien to life hacks.
Body and interior
It would seem that the company never released frankly bad cars that would rot like a Zhiguli during perestroika. But at the turn of the century there was a puncture. At first it turned out to be not very corrosion resistant, but in general its quality was acceptable. And now, the newest W220, the face of the brand, and suddenly ... In the third or fourth year of operation, the paintwork of the car loses its luster, the paint peels off, and rust crawls out from under it. This was a serious blow to the image, especially since the company did not have time to do anything with the technical process of painting on the most popular C-class W203, which was released in 2000, and the problem also affected it.
This was only fixed in 2002-2003, when the painting technology was improved, and the cars stopped rusting at a staggering rate. In most of the United States, the problem did not manifest itself acutely - moreover, American cars often did very well without enhanced anti-corrosion treatment, which is especially bad after bringing such a car to Russia. The "Americans" of the early years are strongly recommended to bypass a kilometer, unless, of course, you are going to just put the car in the garage and admire it.
The low price of most copies on the "secondary" speaks precisely of the problems with corrosion that have begun, and, therefore, of the loss of prestige. Fortunately, the power structure of the body is protected quite well, the spars of the cars do not fall off and the floor does not fall through, but for another ten years and ... I'm afraid that there will be much more by that time.
But the salon is really good, especially on European cars in good trim levels. The change in design had a positive impact on the interior comfort, besides, the interior has become much more functional and safe. And it was made with high quality - even a driver's seat with a run of two hundred thousand kilometers can look great, unless there is perforated leather with ventilation, such a coating serves much less.
But the wear of the steering wheel cover does not indicate record runs. If the interior is made of light leather, then the steering wheel will be scuffed after a hundred thousand mileage, and the problem is especially pronounced if a woman with rings on her hands and long claws drives a car.
Otherwise, there is something to break, but these are not exorbitant costs. The electrics as a whole do not differ in particular stability, digital data transmission buses and block ones with SAM modules are used here, the front and rear modules communicate with each other via an optical line. As on, problems due to unsuccessful lighting, disconnecting batteries on the go, short circuits can be extremely expensive. However, average price repair is now relatively low and is in the range of 5-10 thousand rubles. The main thing is to prevent the blocks from being flooded with water and the contacts and boards to burn out.
Motors
Interestingly, against the background of other problems, the motors here are ideally reliable. About the M112 and M113 series engines, these V6 and V8 make up the bulk of the engines for the S-class. They are very reliable, well repaired, have a large and predictable resource.
Diesel engines of the OM613 and OM648 series are also devoid of any serious problems. But the top-end turbodiesel V8 OM628 is strongly not recommended for purchase. His problems start with current injectors and injection pump failures, which leads to cracking of the cylinder head and pistons. Microcracks lead to increased crankcase gas pressure, and this is the main indicator of the need for overhaul.
The top-end V12 gasoline engines are represented by two variants of the M137 engine, which in design resembles two M112 connected together - the same block head architecture and general layout. Of the major differences - only the system for deactivating half of the cylinders at partial load, which reduces fuel consumption to the level of models with V8. The resource of an initially too long-stroke engine is less than that of a V8, and even overheating problems of such a complex design are very common, but in general this is a motor with good reliability. All his problems are caused by the fact that he does not fit into the engine compartment- too big for the W220.
As usual, the main enemy of all motors is overheating, and also various leaks and sensor failures, failure of catalysts with frequent misfires, etc. But on most cars, motors still have a good resource margin. The cars were mostly cherished, and the old engines endure long idling quite well.
Transmission
Here, too, no surprises - transmissions are traditionally reliable, including all-wheel drive versions. Is that the cost of nodes front wheel drive in the secondary market is very large: roads and drives, and a gearbox, but breaking them is also not easy.
automatic boxes gears here are mainly of the 722.6 series, about which a lot has already been said before, because it was also put on , and on , and on . The bulk of cars manufactured after 2001 are devoid of most of the "childhood diseases" and will not have any special resource problems with runs up to 250 thousand kilometers.
Today it is known all over the world, despite the fact that it was released back in 1998. This is a great powerful car with amazing specifications. Even today, old Mercedes continue to outperform some of the newer cars.
The beginning of the story
Replaced another model, W140. The novelty has changed both externally and internally - its length has decreased by 12 centimeters, which at first was not very positively assessed by fans of the brand. However, after some time (to be more precise, in 2001), this car began to enjoy incredible popularity. There was a steady demand for it. In total, for more than seven years, it was possible to assemble about 485 thousand executive class sedans. In 2005, production was stopped. And back in 2001, a twelve-cylinder appeared to the world - perhaps one of the most famous models this manufacturer, which is on everyone's lips thanks to its nickname "six hundredth".
Useful Features
Interestingly, you can get into the salon without even pressing the alarm key fob. And the engine could also be started without using the key. And all thanks to the presence of a special Elcode card - this is one of the main features that distinguishes the W220. The Mercedes of this model boasts that its steering wheel, as well as the seats, are equipped with memory, and this is a very good addition. After all, as soon as the driver inserts it into the key (if he does not want to use the previously mentioned card), the steering wheel immediately assumes the position that was last recorded. And after the motorist turns off the engine, he moves back to the panel - this greatly facilitates the process of disembarking. By the way, the steering wheel is under the adjustment of the servos. And under the driver's seat there is a button called "Dynamic", due to which you can pump up the side rollers when cornering. Moreover, this is done automatically - you just need to activate the button.
It is also worth noting the presence of electric seat keys, cruise and climate control, as well as a system called Pre Safe - it tightens the seat belts if an accident occurs in a few seconds and blocks the windows with a hatch. In the basic configuration there is still heating, and on more advanced ones there is also a massage and ventilation function. In general, as you can see, the 220 has a lot of advantages, and that's not all that makes it different.
Comfort and convenience
Of course, everything that was described above was created by developers and engineers solely for the comfort, convenience and safety of the driver and passengers. With such equipment, you can really feel at ease. But there are also such additions that allow you to feel the real pleasure of being inside the car. For example, there is a headrest reclining function (applies to the rear seats). And the glass is equipped with heat-retaining properties. In addition, they can protect passengers from exposure to ultraviolet rays. There is still a lot of space in the cabin - so much so that people sitting in the back can easily cross their legs.
And, of course, soft comfortable chairs are a must. Plus, the classic "Mercedes" design, which can not leave indifferent any fan of the Stuttgart manufacturer.
Technical advantages
Of course, now it cannot be called a novelty, but at that time Airmatic was exactly that. W220 "Mercedes" became the first car on which it was installed. It changes the degree of comfort of the undercarriage, and also affects the change in height ground clearance. When the speedometer needle approaches 140 km / h, the Mercedes becomes 1.5 centimeters lower - and this has a positive effect on stability.
Manufacturers also offered another suspension, Active Body Control. And it turned out to be more reliable than the previous one. But nominally it was installed only on the "six hundredth". But on all basic modifications, the system is available exchange rate stability, as well as Brake Assist, which increases the efficiency of the brakes.
By the way, in 2002, the Mercedes W220, whose technical characteristics are really worthy of respect, received an all-wheel drive system, the name of which is widely known today - 4 Matic. Thus, this car became the first representative class of the Stuttgart manufacturer.
Security
We need to talk more about security. After all, it is really important - how confident a motorist will feel behind the wheel. Well, this Mercedes has a special system called Distronic. It automatically maintains a certain distance from the car in front. And in the event that it decreases, it is immediately brought into working condition brake system. The same system also maintains a given speed.
In parallel, the system processes signals from a radar mounted behind the grille. It works as follows - pulses are transmitted from the car in front, the radar processes them and transmits them to the computer. In addition, the system gives signals about the need for emergency braking. In general, Distronic is a real assistant on the road, it is worth paying tribute to the developers - they managed to create something special and perfect.
Engines and models
The most weak model(if it can be said about a car of this level) - this is the Mercedes W220 S280. It has an M112 motor with a torque of 270 Nm. But the amount of horsepower she has is solid - 204. The demand for this car was not great. It is for this reason that it is quite difficult to meet her today.
More popular was the W220 Mercedes Long S320. This car had a V6 engine with 224 horsepower and 315 torque. For four years, the model was popular, and then the S350 came out with improved performance: with a 3.7-liter engine and 245 hp. with.
The S430 is considered a solid car, the V8 engine of which produces neither more nor less - 279 horsepower. This "beast" reaches a hundred kilometers in less than eight seconds. And he has a serious maximum, but there is an electronic limiter that stops the speedometer needle at 250 km / h.
Legends of the German car industry
"Five hundredth" and "six hundredth" are really legendary cars. W220 S500 - "Mercedes", which is known to all lovers of the automotive industry (and not only German), as well as the subsequent, 600th model. The "five hundredth" has a powerful V8 engine under the hood, the power of which is 306 hp. with.! Up to a hundred kilometers, he needs a little more than six seconds.
What is "six hundredth"? Even its very first version has 367 hp. with. And in 2002, when the car went through a certain amount of work aimed at improving it, a completely new Mercedes was released - 500 horsepower with two turbines. But also on this German manufacturers decided not to stop. AMG - these three letters say a lot. There are no more powerful, reliable, serious, solid and fast cars than those with this abbreviation on the hood.
In 2004, the Mercedes S65 M275 was released - and it was an improved 600th. Its power increased to 612 hp. with., plus everything he bought a bi-turbo. It is not surprising that today this car is one of the best in its segment, despite its rather advanced age.
Fuel consumption
When buying a car, many people also think about how economical it is. And the amount of money spent on a car depends not only on its initial cost, on Maintenance and breakdowns (if any). Gasoline is also important. Or rather, how much of it is needed in order to "feed" your "iron horse". Well, the most economical option in this regard is the S 320 "Mercedes W220". is 7.7 liters per 100 km. By the way, such a small amount of fuel affected the popularity of the car - it was already said above that this model was very much in demand. Next come the S350 and S500. Yes, in fairness it should be noted that the "five hundredth" fuel consumption is rather low, although not small - about 11.4 liters. The most expensive in this regard is Long "- it needs a little less than 15 liters. It is surprising that even the AMG version requires less than one and a half liters.
Mercedes in the two hundred and twentieth body was introduced at the very end of 1998 at the Paris Motor Show. The S-class W220 replaced the previous model with the W140 body index. Interesting, but compared to new car did not increase, but decreased in size, the length decreased by 120mm - this outraged the fans of the brand. It is worth noting that after the debut of the model, there was no sharp demand, good-sustained demand from the client appeared in 2001. In a little over seven years of production, 485,000 executive sedans were assembled, and in 2005 production was stopped. In 2001, a twelve-cylinder version was introduced, which received the nickname "six hundredth", popular name the car owes an engine capacity of 6 liters. Given the debut year, the flagship Mercedes had to compete first with the first generation, and then with the second, the same is true for the Bavarian flagship E38 models and the E65 that appeared in 2001.
Appearance:
Unlike the previous generation, there was no coupe among the C-class bodies, because since 1996 coupes have been produced as a separate class - CL. The buyer could choose a sedan with a regular and extended base. The extended version, designated by the letter L, was 120mm longer. Already in the basic configuration there is xenon optics, and bi-xenon was also offered as additional equipment. In 2002, a restyling was carried out, the updated Mercedes is easiest to recognize by thin, transparent stripes on the rear lights. Standard cars were shod with 225/60 R16 tires.
Salon:
As an optional equipment for Mercedes, an Elcode key card was offered, which allowed you to get into the passenger compartment without pressing the alarm key fob, while the engine was started without a key. 
The Mercedes seats and steering wheel are equipped with memory, as soon as the driver has inserted the key into the ignition (traditional key in the base), the steering wheel takes the last programmed position, and when it is turned off, it moves closer to the panel to make it easier to disembark from the steering wheel. The steering wheel itself is controlled by servo drives. Under the driver's seat there is a special button - Dynamic, this function pumps up the side support rollers in sharp turns- when better retention of the driver's body is required. The keys for the electric chair, according to Mercedes, are made in the form of a chair and are placed on the door card. Already in the database there is heating, but on many used cars there are chairs with a ventilation and massage function. Climate control and cruise - Distronic control, which can keep the distance from the car in front, is included in the package of the most basic W220. The integrated Pre Safe system works for safety, which, in the event of a collision or rollover, tightens the seat belts, sets all seats in the optimal position and closes the sunroof with windows. On the center console there is a triangular alarm button, which has previously been installed on many sedans of the brand (W140, W124 and others). 
To the right of the emergency gang button there is a button for the central locking, turning off the parking sensors and a button for the rear curtain servo. To the left of the emergency gang triangle there is a button for reclining the headrests of the rear sofa. Comfort in the cabin is also ensured thanks to special heat-retaining glasses, which also protect passengers from ultraviolet radiation. According to the tradition of the brand, the parking brake is driven by a scissor. As an option for Mercedes in the two hundred and twentieth body, a “closer” for doors and trunk lids is offered - this is a premium option that speaks of the high class of the car.
The rear seat is also equipped with electric drives and all possible options provided for those sitting in front (massage and ventilation). sitting on back seat Long versions, they can easily cross their legs. luggage compartment Mercedes holds 500 liters and a full spare tire.
Technical part and characteristics of the Mercedes S-class W220
Mercedes s-class W220 became the first model of the brand, which was already installed in the base air suspension Airmatic, which is able to change the degree of comfort of the chassis, as well as the ride height. When reaching a speed of 140 kilometers per hour, the car "squats" by 15mm, which gives more stability. Note that cars destined for the USA do not squat by 15mm, but by only 5mm. An Active Body Control suspension was offered at an additional cost, which proved to be more reliable than Airmatic. Active Body Control was standardly installed only on the top modification - S600. ESP (exchange control system) and Brake Assist (a system that recognizes a sharp but weak pressure on the gas pedal and improves brake efficiency by increasing the pressure in the circuit) are available on the most basic modifications. In 2002, the 4 Matic all-wheel drive system appeared, so the W220 became the first executive class Mercedes with all-wheel drive. According to experts, the all-wheel drive 220 brings no more problems and costs than a rear-wheel drive car.
The least powerful gasoline version of the Mercedes C-class was the S280 model with an M112 engine with 204hp and 270N.M. Demand for the S280 was so low that the model was soon discontinued. Today it is quite difficult to find a used S280. The S320 was produced from 1998 to 2002, the 3.2l V6 engine develops 224hp and 315Nm of torque. In 2002, the S320 gave way to the S350 with a 3.7L 245hp engine.
It so happened that executive sedans with eight cylinders under the hood enjoy great respect. S430 with V8 produces 279hp and 400Nm of thrust - this allows you to dial the first hundred in 7.5s, maximum speed limited by electronics - 250 km. The S500 hides under the hood an M113 series V8 engine with 306hp and 460Nm of torque. The five hundredth accelerates to the first hundred in 6.5 seconds. The most prestigious S600, with a volume of 5786 cubes, develops 367 horses and 530 N.M, but after the modernization of 2002, the “six hundredth” received two turbines, the power increased to 500 hp.
In 1999, the S55AMG appeared with a 360-horsepower V8 engine, the assembly was carried out by hand, the AMG sedan has a stiffer suspension. In 2002, the S63AMG entered the scene, and in 2004 it was replaced by the S65AMG with a boost pressure of 1.5bar, the M275 engine produces 612hp and 1200Nm of torque - this allows you to gain a hundred kilometers in 4.4s after the start.
Executive class diesel sedans do not enjoy significant success in the CIS, but Europeans often chose such cars. The OM613 diesel engine with a volume of 3.2 liters produces 197 hp (204 after 2002), and the more powerful OM628 4.0 liter for 250 forces and 660 N. M at the time of its introduction in 2000 was even the most powerful passenger diesel engine in the world. Diesels do not digest domestic fuel too well, which leads to malfunctions and malfunctions of the injectors.
All C-class engines are equipped with a timing chain drive, it is recommended to change the chain every 150,000 runs. In our conditions, platinum-coated candles serve 10,000 - 20,000, and there are two spark plugs for each German cylinder. It’s better not to joke with candles, because if the fuel does not burn out in the ignition chamber, it will burn out in the catalysts (there are two of them in Mercedes), and this will lead to their accelerated failure. One catalyst for a Mercedes in the 220th body costs $1,000. fuel injectors it is advisable to flush every 40,000 km. An oil change in a Mercedes engine should be done every 10,000 - 12,000 km.
Ball joints of a sedan usually nurse 50 - 60 thousand. Starts leaking after 100,000 miles steering rack. Brake discs on a heavy car wear out quite quickly, front and rear discs last about 30 thousand. At Airmatic, a $400 compressor fails.
Until 2003, five-speed gearboxes were installed on all Mercedes W220s, but in 2003 it was replaced by a seven-speed automatic.
Pay attention to technical specifications Mercedes S class W220 with V8 5.0 liter engine - S500.
Specifications:
Engine: V8 5.0 petrol
Volume: 4966cc
Power: 306hp
Torque: 460N.M
Number of valves: 24v (three valves per cylinder)
Performance indicators:
Acceleration 0-100km: 6.5s
Maximum speed: 250km (electronically limited)
Average fuel consumption: 13.2l
Capacity fuel tank: 88l
Body:
Dimensions: 5038mm*1855mm*1444mm
Wheelbase: 2965mm
Curb weight: 1780kg
Ground clearance / ground clearance: 150mm in normal mode
The bore of the V8 S500 is 97mm and the stroke is 84mm. gear ratio main pair 2.82. The compression ratio is 10.0: 1, which allows you to safely fill in 95 gasoline, and if necessary 92. A hydraulic booster is used as a power steering.
Price
Today, the price of a well-maintained Mercedes s-class W220 is $20,000 - $35,000.