S-Class (W223) [Spy Shots] Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W223) Spy Shots and Info

[Keyonte]

So far not impressed by a single element of the interior. I’ve been loyal to Mercedes since the age of 14 so if they mess this up I got my eyes on Bentley. I can no longer watch MB deteriorate their brand with cheap models and cheap looking expensive models

 

[kiki voinea]

Is this the result of DR Z leaving?

 

[Keyonte]

Is this the result of DR Z leaving?

who knows. My only theory is that the designers are going to save the Uber lux finishes and materials for the EQS in efforts to reposition it as the flagship to bring attention and sales to its electric platform aka the way of the future. In doing so they are cheating the true flagship S class of being the crème de la crème of the lineup. we can see this in its copy/paste exterior design whereas the W222/W205/W213 have similar exteriors the W223/FL W213 and W206 will look nearly identical in their taillight, front end and steering wheel design among other things

 

[Wunderkind]

Is this the result of DR Z leaving?

The design was frozen at least four years ago. Dr Z decided to depart in late 2018.

I think the new interior design will take some time to get used to.

 

[Wunderkind]

So far not impressed by a single element of the interior. I’ve been loyal to Mercedes since...

I'd leap to Bentley without hesitation.

 

[DjordjeC63]

That screen with thick borders looks very Chinese cheap.....

Did anyone say that about iphone?

They could make it curved, like on Taycan. It would totally suit S class.

 

[275others]

Them tablet borders are THICC

 

[Abbat]

The shape of seat controls in w222 look better so far.

 

[Shellshock]

So much leather...so beautiful...the plastic surrounding the door controls , hope it will can be customisable with matt wood

 

[275others]

The shape of seat controls in w222 look better so far.

That whole section of the door looks disastrous. Doesn't really flow.

 

[GTA45E]

Them tablet borders are THICC

You and klier, complaining, lol. Those are called bezels. Klier has the i-phone 11 last time I hear.
Rather large bezels and thick Camera notch.

We still have a long way to go with the W223 reveal. Hold off on drawing conclusions.

 

[Keyonte]

That whole section of the door looks disastrous. Doesn't really flow.

agreed. Looks like it’s better suited for the SUVs. Too boxy and techy for my taste

 

[Serpens]

agreed. Looks like it’s better suited for the SUVs. Too boxy and techy for my taste

I prefer it honestly. The W222 has a very pretty door panel, but it was also quite busy. The door handle/door lock switches, window switches, seat control, memory/heating/cooling, and speaker grille were all placed somewhat haphazardly on the door. This design cleans things up quite a bit; a theme you'll see running throughout the interior from what I'm told. I particularly liked that the unlock/lock buttons are integrated into the door handle design.

I haven't seen in any interior mock up pics yet (hopefully very soon) but I'm told the whole theme of the interior is supposed to be about a seamless experience with a focus on everything easily falling to hand. I'm somewhat skeptical of this given the complexity of the car but we'll see. I think the boudoir interior fan base may be a bit taken aback at the more streamlined interior design.

 

[PHYBENZ]

I do agree with above ESPECIALLY on the S Class Coupe where the the switches and door handles look randomly placed and out of place on the door. The flowing wood on the W222 is a thing of beauty though, and the new S doesn't look beautiful, looks more like an Audi.

 

[Mr. Mercedes]

This is going to be an interior revolution.

I hope the build feels like the new GLE.

 

[Keyonte]

I prefer it honestly. The W222 has a very pretty door panel, but it was also quite busy. The d...

Very informative thanks Serpens I too am taken back already but certain elements but I’m definitely up for change. I can already see how they have streamlined the SUV interiors, not bad from my experience but I’m thinking the newfound focus and theme of the W223 interior is different from what we saw in recent concepts, besides the EQS obviously.

 

[275others]

I do agree with above ESPECIALLY on the S Class Coupe where the the switches and door handles loo...

Agree on the Audi vibes. The problem is Audis are soulless inside.

 

[275others]

I prefer it honestly. The W222 has a very pretty door panel, but it was also quite busy. The d...

For something placed haphazardly, it looks quite good, much better than this blocky streamlined designed.

 

[sako97]

Anyone note that the seat climate/memory control is actually a touch screen and not buttons?

We also have a glimpse of final air vents.

The test car itself is actually a Maybach, so slightly concerning it doesn’t appear opulent, though it’s too early to judge.

 

[AHall42631]

I curious how this new design will work with the Maybach. Perhaps the S Class can get away with a more sporty high tech wanna be Tesla approach, but I do not think that approach would work for a car such as the Maybach.