2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe & Cabriolet: Luxury Performance Redefined

Flagship Luxury With Athletic Elegance

Mercedes-Benz elevated its grand touring offerings with the refreshed 2018 S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet, bringing the flagship's sophisticated updates to the two-door variants. These models represent the perfect marriage of the S-Class sedan's technological brilliance with more emotional, sportier styling - competing directly with the Aston Martin DB11 and Maserati GranTurismo in the ultra-luxury GT segment.

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Exterior Design: Progressive Luxury

The 2018 updates bring the Coupe and Cabriolet in line with the redesigned S-Class sedan's aesthetic language while enhancing their inherent sportiness. The most significant changes include:

Front Fascia Redesign

A more aggressive front bumper features larger air intakes and a chrome-plated splitter, improving both cooling performance and visual presence. The signature Mercedes grille remains prominent but now features more three-dimensional elements.

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Revolutionary Lighting Technology

Mercedes-Benz introduced the world's first organic LED (OLED) taillights on these models. Unlike conventional LEDs, the 66 ultra-thin OLED elements appear to float within the lamp housing, creating a distinctive nighttime signature. Each OLED is just 1.4mm thick yet provides exceptional brightness and clarity.    

AMG-Specific Enhancements

AMG variants receive more pronounced styling cues:

• Larger, three-dimensional air intakes with chrome fins
• Unique AMG-specific grille with vertical slats
• Wider rear fenders accommodating larger wheels
• Quad exhaust tips integrated into the diffuser
• AMG badging and model-specific wheels

Interior: A Technological Masterpiece

The cabin represents Mercedes-Benz's ultimate expression of luxury, blending traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.        

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Widescreen Cockpit

Gone are the separate instrument cluster and infotainment screens. In their place is a stunning 12.3-inch high-resolution widescreen display that spans nearly the entire width of the dashboard. This "digital bridge" provides:

• Customizable instrument displays with multiple viewing modes
• Enhanced navigation mapping with 3D buildings
• Seamless smartphone integration via Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
• Improved voice control with natural language processing

Energizing Comfort System

This innovative feature (available as an option) synchronizes multiple comfort systems to enhance passenger well-being. Six pre-programmed modes combine:

• Climate control (including fragrance diffusion)
• Seat massage, heating and ventilation
• Ambient lighting (with 64 color options)
• Specially curated music selections

Programs like "Vitality" and "Freshness" run for 10 minutes, analyzing the music's BPM to create a cohesive sensory experience.

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Premium Materials & Craftsmanship

Buyers can select from:

• Nappa leather upholstery with diamond-quilting option
• Open-pore wood trim or carbon fiber accents
• Hand-finished metal controls
• Optional Designo custom interior packages

Performance & Driving Dynamics

Beneath the elegant exteriors lie some of the most advanced powertrains and chassis systems in the automotive world.

Powertrain Options

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Magic Body Control Evolution

The updated suspension system uses stereo cameras to scan the road ahead, adjusting damping in milliseconds. New for 2018:

• Higher-resolution cameras (1280x960 pixels vs previous 640x480)
• Faster processing for smoother adjustments
• Improved curve tilt function (up to 2.65 degrees)
• Crosswind stabilization enhancement

Driving Experience

Depending on model and options, drivers can select from multiple modes:

• Comfort: Prioritizes smoothness and isolation
• Sport/Sport+: Sharpens responses and sound
• Individual: Customize steering, suspension and powertrain
• AMG Dynamic Select: Adds Race mode (S63/S65)

Safety & Driver Assistance

The 2018 models introduce Mercedes' most advanced protection systems yet.

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Intelligent Drive Suite

This comprehensive system includes:

• Active Steering Assist: Helps keep centered in lane
• Active Distance Assist: Radar-based cruise control
• Route-Based Speed Adaptation: Uses navigation data to anticipate curves
• Emergency Stop Assist: Can bring vehicle to complete stop if driver becomes unresponsive

Protection Systems

• Pre-Safe Impulse Side (lifts vehicle up to 3 inches before impact)
• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Cross-Traffic Alert with braking intervention
• Night View Assist Plus with pedestrian detection

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Competitive Landscape

The S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet compete in the rarified air of six-figure grand tourers:

Ownership Experience

The S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet come with Mercedes' best ownership benefits:

Warranty Coverage

• 4-year/50,000 mile basic warranty
• 24-hour roadside assistance
• First maintenance visit included

Exclusive Perks

• Complimentary valet service at dealers
• Mercedes me connect remote services
• Invitations to exclusive driving events