Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW M5

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Mercedes Benz S-Class VS BMW M5 VS Car Name
Mercedes Benz S-Class S 450e Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic Launch Edition
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Overview

Overview Details
Length Width Height	5304 mm * 1921 mm	4983 mm * 1903 mm * 1469 mm
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Wheelbase	3216 mm	2982 mm
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Electric Motor	Single
Battery	Lithium Ion, 22 kWh	Lithium Ion, 18.6 V
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged	Twin Turbo

Specifications

Engine Performance
Fuel Type	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)	Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol)
Ethanol Compatibility	E20	E20
Engine Type	3.0-litre M256 Evo inline-6 turbo-petrol	Twin-Turbocharged V8
Engine	2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, DOHC	4395 cc, 8 Cylinders In V Shape, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC
Max Power (bhp@rpm)	429 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 321 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor)	717 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Max Torque (Nm@rpm)	680 Nm (Combined Engine & Motor), 540 Nm (Engine), 440 Nm (Motor)	1000 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Turbocharger/ Supercharger	Turbocharged	Twin Turbo
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2	BS6 Phase 2
Mileage	User Reported: 14 kmpl
Idle Start/Stop	Yes
Battery Charging & Range
Pure Electric Driving Mode	Yes
Driving Range	115 km	69 km
Charger Included with Vehicle	Home Charger – AC Wall Box
DC Fast Charging	10-80 % : 20 mins, 60 kW charger
AC Fast Charging	0 - 100 % : 2 hrs 15 mins, 11 kW charger
Regenerative Braking	Yes
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission	Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears	Automatic - 8 Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift, Sport Mode
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Chassis Type	Unibody/Monocoque Frame
Differential Lock	No	No
Four-Wheel-Drive	No	Torque-On-Demand
Limited Slip Differential	No	Yes
Differential	Limited slip
Suspension
Advanced Suspension Features	Air Suspension	No
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Rear Suspension	Five-link Axle with Adaptive Variable Damper Control
Capacity & Dimensions
Length Width Height	5304 mm * 1921 mm	4983 mm * 1903 mm * 1469 mm
Wheelbase	3216 mm	2982 mm
Seating Capacity	5 Seats and 2 Rows	5 Seats and 2 Rows
Fuel Tank Capacity	67 litres
Doors	4 Doors	4 Doors
Minimum Turning Radius	5.8 metres	6.3 metres
Ground Clearance	128 mm (unladen)
Kerb Weight	1970 kg
Tyre & Wheels
Wheels	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels
Front Tyres	20	285 / 40 R20
Rear Tyres	20	295 / 35 R21
Tyres	Road Radial - Tubeless Tyres	Radial - Tubeless Tyres
Spare Wheel & Tyre	Space Saver
Engine/Battery/Motor Performance
Battery	Lithium Ion, 22 kWh	Lithium Ion, 18.6 V
Electric Motor	Single
Acceleration	0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds (claimed)	0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds (claimed)
Battery Performance
Top Speed	250 kmph

Features

ADAS & Active Safety
ADAS
Other Active Safety
Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.)
Ratings & Airbags
Headrest & Seatbelt Safety
Child Safety
Other Passive Safety
Brakes
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
Traction Control System (TC/TCS)
Brake Assist (BA)
Hill Hold Control
Hill Descent Control
Ventilated Disc Brake (Front & Rear)
AC & Climate Control
Heater
Air Purifier with PM 2.5
Automatic Climate Control: Dual Zone Air Conditioner (Front AC: Two Zones with Fan speed control, Second row AC: Blower with vents)
Air Conditioner
Optional Air Purifier
Doors, Mirrors & Wipers
Doors
Inside Mirror
Outside Mirror
Wiper
Sunroof & Windows
Sunroof
Windows & Blinds
Driver Assistance (Park Assist, Cruise Control, etc.)
Parking
Driver's Aid
Storage
Boot
Cabin Storage
Seating & Ergonomics
Seat Adjustment
Comfort & Ergonomics
Infotainment & Entertainment
Display
Connectivity
Audio & Sound Experience	6+ Burmester Speakers
Device Charging	12V Power Outlet	2 x 12V Power Outlets
Instrument Cluster
Trip & Fuel Data
Driving Info
Steering
Power-assisted (Electric) Steering with 3-Spokes Steering Wheel
Steering-Mounted Controls
Tilt & Telescopic Steering Adjustment
Additional Steering Features
Power-assisted (Electric) Steering
Electric Tilt & Telescopic Steering Adjustment
Lighting & Visibilty
Headlamp
Cabin Lights
Indicators & Puddle Lamp
Taillight
Design & Styling
Exterior
Interior
Warning & Alerts
Overspeed Warning with 1 beep over 80kmph, Continuous beeps over 120kmph
Door Ajar Warning
Seat Belt Warning
Boot Open Warning
Tow Away Alert
Headlight and Ignition on Reminder
Mobile App & Remote Controls
Mobile App
Remote Controls

Colors
	Emerald Green	M Carbon Black metallic
	Verde Silver	Black Sapphire metallic
	Obsidian Black	Sophisto Grey brilliant effect metallic
	Opalite White Bright	M Marina Bay Blue metallic
	Velvet Brown	M Isle of Man Green metallic
	M Brooklyn Grey metallic
	Fire Red metallic