S-Class 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class / S550 / S600 - First Drive Review

[Merc1]

The recipient of a 2010 refresh, the S-class is as good as ever.

Unless you’re Rain Man—or an S-class nerd—it’s going to be mighty hard to tell the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class from the one that’s been on sale since early 2006. The exterior changes are essentially limited to a new front bumper and grille; an integrated exhaust at the rear; and the use of LEDs for the taillamps, daytime running lights, and as accent lights in the headlamps. But the minor aesthetic changes hide more state-of-the-art tech underneath, as well as one unwelcome mechanical change.

The new technologies found in the 2010 S, which goes on sale in August, include much of the stuff introduced with the recently redesigned 2010 E-class. That means adaptive high-beams, the addition of pedestrian detection for the Night View Assist, a lane-keeping system, and the Attention Assist system. Interior changes to the new S include a new steering wheel and ambient lighting that is now selectable to one of three hues instead of one. The 2010 model also gets updated Bluetooth functionality, an SD card reader in the dash, an iPod/media interface in the glove box, and HD radio.

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[klier]

Unless you’re Rain Man—or an S-class nerd—it’s going to be mighty hard to tell the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class from the one that’s been on sale since early 2006

Pleeeeeeease. Give me a break let car magazines finally stop with these moronic quotes.
Car and Driver is read by people who know cars. Every normal car fan can see instant changes with the pre-facelift.
'Mighty hard', 'nerd', 'Rain Man'....give me a freakin break!

 

[Tarek]

Seriously the S600 is just untouchable.

 

[HighestOfHigh]

Pleeeeeeease. Give me a break let car magazines finally stop with these moronic quotes.
Car and Driver is read by people who know cars. Every normal car fan can see instant changes with the pre-facelift.
'Mighty hard', 'nerd', 'Rain Man'....give me a freakin break!

Exactly! Fog lights have been completely changed (Anyone would notice the bright LEDs that were there before) and I am sure the "common" person will notice the body stripes are gone.

 

[Pagani]

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Anyone who reads C&D will be in the know of change details on any popular car model. However, believe me, regular non-enthusiasts have a hard time not only spotting such details, but recognizing an S-class from an E most of the time. I know monied people who shop these cars and don't know the exact nomeclature.

 

[MBZFAN]

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Try this one:

2010 Mercedes-Benz S-class / S550 / S600 - First Drive Review - Auto Reviews - Car and Driver

I view the facelift as one of the better mid model cycle improvements in recent memory. Beside the obviously visible front & rear led's, the driver assistance improvements such as "lane change assist" and "adaptive headlights" are welcome additions. It's also nice to see the upgrade of the interior, particularly on the S550, with additional wood placement on the console. (The new A8 is right around the corner)

 

[Pagani]

Well, I guess I am an S-Class nerd )))) And darn proud of it.
Thanks so much for the link MBZFAN