Cars Best Features Priced Engine:
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- BMW 7 Series
- Audi A8
- Lexus LS
- Tesla Model S
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Latest Update: Cars Best Features Priced Engine.
Latest Update:
Mercedes-Benz has launched the locally assembled seventh-gen S-Class in India.
Price:
The sedan is priced between Rs 1.57 crore and Rs 1.62 crore (ex-showroom).
Variants:
It is sold in two trims: S350d and S450.
Engine and Transmission:
Mercedes-Benz offers the seventh-gen S-Class with both petrol (with 48V mild-hybrid tech) and diesel engines. Both are 3-litre inline six-cylinder turbocharged units. While the petrol engine makes 367PS and 500Nm, the diesel’s output stands at 330PS and 700Nm. Both get a 9-speed automatic transmission driving all four wheels.
Features:
The S-Class gets a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display, a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, connected car tech, and two wireless phone chargers. It also comes with 64-colour ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, and 20-inch alloy wheels.
Safety:
It is equipped with ten airbags, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, and front and rear parking sensors.
Rivals:
The S-Class competes with the likes of the Audi A8 and BMW 7 Series in India.
BMW 7 Series Latest Update: Cars Best Features Priced Engine
Latest Update:
BMW 7 Series gets a M Sport diesel variant, the 740d M Sport.
Price:
The sedan is priced from Rs 1.78 crore to Rs 1.81 crore (ex-showroom pan India).
Variants:
It is offered in two variants: 740i M Sport and 740d M Sport.
Engine and Transmission:
The petrol variant of the sedan is powered by a 3-litre 6-cylinder turbo petrol engine (381PS/520Nm), while the diesel is also the 3-litre 6-cylinder unit which makes 286PS and 650Nm. Both petrol and diesel units are mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. With mild-hybrid tech, it also gets a torque boost of 200Nm due to the e-motor. There’s also an all-electric version of the seventh-gen 7 Series called the ‘i7’.
Features:
The 7 Series is equipped with a 31.3-inch 8K touchscreen display for the rear passengers. It also comes with a 12.3-inch curved digital cockpit, a 14.9-inch infotainment system, powered front and rear seats with massage function, and ambient lighting. It can even be equipped with 5.5-inch touchscreen displays in the rear doors for rear seat telephony and media controls.
Rivals:
The new BMW 7 Series takes on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the Audi A8L.
Audi A8 L Latest Update: Cars Best Features Priced Engine
Latest Update:
Here’s why the Audi A8L is the ideal and one of the safest cars for VIPs.
Price:
The A8L is priced from Rs 1.34 crore to Rs 1.62 crore (ex-showroom pan-India). The Security version of the sedan costs up to Rs 15 crore.
Variants:
The luxury sedan is offered in two trims: Celebration and Technology. It also gets an armored ‘Security’ version.
Colours:
You can buy the Audi A8L in eight colours: Terra Grey, District Green, Firmament Blue, Floret Silver, Glacier White, Manhattan Grey, Vesuvius Grey, and Mythos Black.
Seating Capacity:
While the Celebration Edition is a 5-seater, the latter gets both 4- and 5-seater options.
Engine and Transmission:
The Audi A8L comes with a 3-litre turbo-petrol engine (340PS/500Nm), with a 48V mild-hybrid setup. This unit is coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission, driving all the wheels. The new A8L can go from 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. The Security variant of the A8L gets a bigger 4-litre V8 turbo petrol engine which produces 571PS and 800Nm.
Features:
The A8L is equipped with dual 10.1-inch displays, a 12.69-inch driver’s display, 4-zone climate control, 30-colour ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof. It also gets a 1920W Bang & Olufsen 23-speaker sound system, and ventilated and massage seats.
Safety:
Its safety kit includes eight airbags, a 360-degree camera, and park assist plus. Talking about the A8L security, it gets reinforced with body panels and bulletproof glass, armored underbody, and ‘Run Flat’ tyres.
Rivals:
Audi’s flagship luxury sedan fights it out with the Mercedes S-Class and BMW 7 Series.
Lexus LS Latest Update:
Prices And Variants:
The flagship Lexus sedan is available in two variants: Luxury and Ultra Luxury. They are priced at Rs 1.82 crore and Rs 1.87 crore (ex-showroom pan-India), respectively.
Engine:
The LS 500h, as the name suggests, gets a hybrid powertrain which consists of a 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine and two electric motors. They have a combined power output of 354PS. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a 10-speed eCVT gearbox. Lexus claims the luxury sedan can achieve 0-100 km/h in 5.4 seconds and has a top speed of 250 km/h. Like most premium cars in its segment, the LS 500h also packs multiple driving modes that include Normal, Eco, Comfort, Sport S, and Sport S+.
Features:
In terms of safety features, the Lexus flagship is equipped with 14 airbags, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Assist, Two-Stage Adaptive High Beam System, Road Sign Assist, and even a Driver Emergency Stop. Other features on offer include a 28-way power adjustable driver’s seat with multi-function massage options and powered front seatbelt buckles, a 24-inch heads-up display, a four-zone climate control system, cooled and heated rear seats with a 7-inch touchscreen controller, and two 11.6-inch entertainment displays along with a 23-speaker Mark Levinson sound system.
Rivals:
The LS 500h takes on the German trio of BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the upcoming Audi.
Tesla Model S Latest Update
Latest Update:
The Tesla Model S continues to lead the electric vehicle segment with impressive advancements in technology and performance.
Price:
The Tesla Model S is priced starting from approximately Rs 1.50 crore (ex-showroom).
Variants:
The Model S is available in two main variants: Long Range and Plaid.
Engine and Performance:
The Long Range variant offers an estimated range of around 663 km, while the Plaid variant features three electric motors that produce a staggering 1020 PS and can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 2.1 seconds. Both variants are equipped with a dual motor all-wheel drive system.
Features:
The Model S comes with a minimalist interior that features a large 17-inch touchscreen display for all controls, a 12.3-inch digital driver display, and advanced infotainment options. The cabin is designed for maximum comfort with heated and ventilated seats, a premium audio system, and a panoramic glass roof.
Safety:
The Model S is equipped with top-notch safety features, including Tesla’s Autopilot capabilities, a robust suite of active safety features, and an impressive five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Rivals:
The Tesla Model S competes with luxury electric sedans such as the Audi A8 L, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes-Benz S-Class in the premium segment.
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