The latest Mercedes 550 is a perfect combination of luxury and style, all in one package. The styling is distinctive, something that is not seen in the previous model. Steeply sloped roof, extremely curvy curves bearing the convenience and style of a sophisticated sedan. It is comparatively much bigger, faster and also cheaper not just by price but even when it comes to the mileage offered.
Ever since Mercedes created its popular 4 door coupe, it has attracted imitators from all over. It has won several accolades and awards since inception. It was selected as the first winner in the 5 way comparison based test of the flagship sedans in the luxury section by Car and Driver, it was also elected as winner by Motor Trend, the popular automobile magazine in the 3 way based comparison test in 2009. The Mercedes s550 left behind its tough competitors namely the Audi A8L and BMW 750li. Thus the new 2012 Mercedes s550 faces tough competition. The lesser expensive variants of Mercedes too are a threat to the s550.
The new versus the old Mercedes s550
The new version has all the touch ups that were needed in the previous model. The look of the car differs in comparison to its original flagship version. When comparing the new Mercedes 550 to its initial model, we see that the engine is much more powerful almost like a truck. It consists of a major hike of 391 lb.-ft torque and 382 hp from its initial version. The Mercedes s550 can sprint from 0-60 in as less as 5.1 seconds, considerably faster than its old model. Its rear wheel base drive gets 17 miles for every gallon with respect to cities and 26 miles for every gallon on the highways. The 2012 version of the Mercedes s550 delivers performance that is unmatched and leaves the user startled. Characterized by safety, power and sophisticated style, this car is undoubtedly a status symbol.
This model comes with various safety equipments which consist of traction control and stability, highly active head based restraint, 9 airbags (that also include airbags for the knee, pelvic and head protection) and accident avoiding system.
What you have to look out in the all new Mercedes s550
Mercedes is known to always charge a premium for the combination of performance, beauty and safety that it offers. The s550 is no exception. The Mercedes s550 2012 version starts at a base price of $72,175. The car is said to have been appreciated by critics as it has a much more powerful engines than the previous model and a unique style which wasn’t seen in the earlier model.
The Mercedes s550 2012 version is one of the best offerings of Mercedes. Apart from being highly powerful it also has a soft suspension, quiet engine and smooth acceleration. When tuned into the sports mode the car transforms completely as it becomes highly responsive, louder engine, and stiff suspensions. The car immediately turns into a street smart quicker, the steering get s a bit heavier, but that it totally understandable so as to the wild beast it turns into. The 2012 Mercedes s550 is surely something to look out for.
