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Next generation of Mercedes-Benz luxury S-class debuts in Frankfurt

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its latest contender for the title of best car in the world in the form of the new S-class. As per usual the new S-class features a host of technological advancements and promises class leading dynamics thanks to improved ride and handling and some all-new engines. The uber-wagon also looks set to offer class-leading safety, accommodation and equipment levels.

Looks-wise the new S-class is very much an evolution of the outgoing model especially at the front and rear, unsurprising given that car's 485,000 sales. Mercedes has consciously shied away from controversially styling the car for fear of alienating the buyer. However, as conservative as the front and rear ends are, the flanks feature de rigueur sculpted wheel arches. The car is certainly an acquired taste.

The interior is more spacious than the outgoing model thanks to increased dimensions in all directions. Measurements such as elbow and shoulder room have been increased by up to 39mm, headroom is also increased and the boot has grown by 60 litres. Interior trim and ergonomics are also claimed to be improved.

Interestingly Mercedes appears to have adopted a BMW I-drive clone that they are calling "Command Centre". Ultimately Mercedes had to seek some way of simplifying controls as the levels of equipment and technology increased so did the number of buttons on the dash. No doubt Mercedes-Benz will have benchmarked the BMW system and added a few tweaks and improvements.

The new S-class introduces no less than a dozen technological advancements including:

- a new advanced Brake Assist Plus system

- the new Command Centre

- seats with extended massage functionality

- adaptive brake light

- 'Pre-safe' accident detection system

- 'Distronic Plus' that maintains the correct spacing behind traffic

- night view assist

We don't have the prices yet, but this lot is not likely to come cheap.

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