Mercedes-Benz S400 (India)
The Mercedes S400, a new petrol variant
of the flagship S Class sedan, has been launched in India at INR 1.31 crore. The new variant targets customers who are looking for an
uber-luxury saloon with fine balance of power and economy. It is the 4th
variant of the car to be available in India after the S500, S350 d and S600
Guard armoured vehicle.
Slotted below the V8 engined S500 petrol
and above the S350 d diesel variant, the S400 is powered by a new 3.0-litre V6
petrol engine which is rated at 330 PS and 480 Nm of torque. A 7 G-Tronic
automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. This variant is available
in Hybrid avatar in most markets but not in India.
On the outside, apart from the variant
badging, the S400 is identical to rest of the S Class lineup. Same is the case
with the interiors as well. The luxurious cabin is appointed in top quality elements
such as Napa leather upholstery, and is equipped with features such as digital
instrument console, COMAND infotainment system, ventilated seats and so on.
It also gets 1520 Watt Burmester 3D
Surround sound system with 24 speakers, 7 colour ambient light with 5 dimming
levels, 360 degree surround view camera, and energizing hot stone massage.
Mercedes-Benz India ended 2015 as the
leading luxury car brand, thanks to the 15 new launches. The company is hoping
to carry forward the momentum in 2016 and has promised 12 launches over the
course of the year.
