Surprising Agility
At 17 feet long, the S550 is obviously a large car, but it doesn't feel the least bit ponderous from the driver's seat. It's pretty easy to maneuver through heavy, fast-moving highway traffic and feels rock-solid doing so, like nothing's going to move it off its line.
The big Benz also delivers a comfortable ride. An adaptive air suspension is standard on the S550, and it gives the sedan load-leveling capability as well as a lower ride height when traveling fast.
The sedan's size is most noticeable when you maneuver in tight spaces. Fortunately, there are a number of optional features that can lessen your chances of scuffing one of the bumpers, like front and rear parking sensors and a backup camera. Even with such aids, though, the S-Class can still sometimes feel like a giant when parking.
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Important safety notes
The HomeLink® garage door opener
integrated in the rear-view mirror allows you
to operate up to three different door and gate
systems.
Certain garage door drives are
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Transfer case
This section is only valid for vehicles with 4-wheel drive (4MATIC). Power is
always
transmitted to both axles.
Performance tests may only be
carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
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telephone basic menu by sliding and
turning the COMAND controller and
press to confirm.
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to confirm.
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