KUALA LUMPUR: The new locally-assembled Mercedes-Benz S 580 e with EQ hybrid technology offers advanced equipment upgrades that further enhance dynamic performance and comfort.
The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is priced at RM738,888 (including 10% sales tax) for Peninsular Malaysia, inclusive of an eight-year/160,000km high-voltage battery warranty (whichever comes first).
The price is on the road, without insurance.
Mercedes-Benz Malaysia vice president, marketing and sales Nadia Trimmel said, "The S-Class has always set the standard in automotive excellence, and with the new S 580 e with EQ hybrid technology, we continue this legacy by uniting meticulous craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation."
Assembled at Mercedes-Benz’s plant in Pekan, Pahang, the flagship sedan gets 20-inch 10-twin-spoke forged wheels.
The high-voltage battery now supports DC fast charging of up to 60kW, enabling a charge from 10% to 80% in 20 minutes.
Airmatic air suspension is still fitted as standard.
Also, with rear-axle steering of up to 4.5 degrees, the S-Class delivers improved agility and stability.
Its cabin is further elevated by a center console in black dotted lines and a crystal-look finish.
There are also climatised front seats offering three-stage ventilation and heating.
Integrated fans within the seat cushions and backrests ensure a consistently pleasant seating environment for front occupants.
Meanwhile, Energising Air Control continuously monitors air quality through advanced sensors and displays the information via the onboard MBUX multimedia system.
It detects nitrogen oxides (NOx), carbon monoxide (CO), and fine particles of size PM2.5 in the outside air.
When measurements reach a certain range, the system intelligently switches between fresh air and air recirculation mode to maintain optimal cabin conditions.
An interior filter with antibacterial properties also reduces inhalable harmful substances and certain viruses, ensuring cleaner, healthier air for all occupants.
The flagship sedan remains powered by a 3.0-litre turbocharged inline-six engine, generating 367hp and 500Nm of torque.
It's paired with an electric motor producing 110kW and 440Nm of torque, resulting in a combined system output of 510hp and 750Nm to the rear wheels.
The hybrid system taps into a 28.6 kWh lithium-ion battery, providing a useful all-electric range of up to 100km.
AC charging at up to 11kW from 0-80% takes under three hours.
