2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Review

When a car costs as much as a house, as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class does, it makes you take a step back. Can a car this expensive really be worth it? After spending a week with an S550, I can tell you that if any ultraluxury car can justify its gold-plated price tag, it's this one. Mercedes' flagship offers a level of power, luxury, technology and prestige found in only a select few full-size luxury sedans.

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Setting the temperature
2-zone automatic climate control Different temperatures can be set for the driver's and front-passenger sides. ► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. ► To increase/ ...

Maximum load rating
WARNING   Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver's door B-pillar. Overloading the tires c ...

Points to observe before use
The sockets can be used for accessories, e.g. lamps or mobile phone chargers with a maximum current draw of 180 W (15 A). If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, ...