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Aerodynamics
COEFFICIENT OF DRAG
Extensive wind-tunnel testing helped the
S-Class achieve its favorable aerodynamics
characteristics.
• Low 0.27 coefficient of drag (Cd):
low wind noise
optimum fuel efficiency
enhanced stability at highway speeds
WATER MANAGEMENT
Extensive measures were taken to manage
the flow of water while driving in the rain.
• Deep channels in the A-pillars direct
water onto the roof, while channels on
the roof guide water to the rear.
• Water tends to flow rearward, around the
rear window and off the body.
• Exterior mirrors help divert water away
from the front side windows.
helps maintain optimal driver vision
through all windows
Rear 3/4 features
TAILLAMPS
The S-Class taillamps are aerodynamically
designed with four white ribs incorporating
the turn signals and backup lamps.
helps to resist the buildup of dirt and snow
on the taillamp lenses
enhances visibility in inclement weather
• The brake lamps use light-emitting
diodes (LEDs) rather than ordinary bulbs.
LEDs illuminate more rapidly to alert the
driver behind you with less delay
longer life expectancy
• A single red rear foglamp is integrated
in the driver-side taillamp cluster.
increases the car’s visibility to vehicles
traveling behind it in foggy conditions
ANTENNA SYSTEMS
• The AM/FM radio antenna is embedded
in the rear window glass.
reduces chance of damage from
vandalism or automatic car washes
generates no wind noise
• The GPS antenna for the Tele Aid and
navigation systems is mounted near the
top of the rear window.
• The antenna for optional SIRIUS Satellite
Radio installs on the trunk lid.
TRUNK
The trunk lid of every S-Class opens at
bumper height, for a low liftover height.
facilitates loading and unloading of cargo
An illuminated green button allows the trunk
to be opened from inside. The lamp stays
on for 30 minutes after the lid is closed.
helps prevent being trapped in trunk
The trunk can be opened remotely via the
SmartKey or an interior switch mounted on
the driver’s door panel.
A trunk handle automatically extends from
above the license-plate recess when the
trunk lock is pressed. It retracts after the
trunk lid is closed.
helps keep users hands cleaner
helps reduce fingerprints and scratches on
the paintwork
TRUNK CLOSING ASSIST
• Standard on S 350, S 430, S 500 and
S 55 AMG
• Device snugs the lid closed once the user
sets the lid onto the latch
provides gentle closure and eliminates the
need to slam trunk lid
ELECTRONIC TRUNK CLOSER
• Standard on S 600 and S 65 AMG
• Optional on other models
• Full power opening and closing of trunk
at the touch of a switch
provides effortless convenience of virtually
“hands-free” trunk opening and closing
MORE INFO: S-CLASS GUIDE | P. 12
Exterior details
VISION AND VISIBILITY
Windshield wipers use a dual-arm design
with an eccentric-sweep mechanism on
the passenger-side wiper arm that allows it
to reach further into the top right corner.
increases area swept by wipers
Windshield washer nozzles, lines and the
fluid reservoir are all heated.
heated fluid is more effective, especially in
cold weather
helps prevent fluid in reservoir from freezing
MORE INFO: TECH GUIDE | P. 23
HEATED POWER MIRRORS
The standard power-adjustable side mirrors
are automatically heated.
• Left-side mirror is auto-dimming.
• Driver’s seat memory includes the
positions of the side mirrors.
• Housings integrate LED turn signals, as
well as courtesy lamps underneath.
• Mirrors feature power fold-in feature.
– Can be programmed via multifunction
display to fold in automatically when
car is remote-locked (and unfold when it
is unlocked)
MORE INFO: TECH GUIDE | P. 24
2006 S-CLASS
EXTERIOR FEATURES
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EXTERIOR STYLING WALKAROUND continued
- 2006 S- CLASS 1
- Sales Presentation Guide 1
- INDEX continued 5
- Information at hand 6
- ABOUT THIS GUIDE 6
- Positioning 7
- THE 2006 S-CLASS 7
- OVERVIEW 7
- Heritage 8
- S-CLASS OVERVIEW 8
- Heritage continued 9
- S-CLASS OVERVIEW continued 9
- MATIC-equipped 10
- EXTERIOR OVERVIEW 11
- 2006 S-CLASS 11
- EXTERIOR FEATURES 11
- RWD) (photo B) 12
- MATIC (photo D) 12
- AMG-DESIGN LOWER BODYWORK 14
- ELECTRONIC TRUNK CLOSER 14
- 5-SPOKE ALLOY WHEELS 14
- THREE EDITIONS FOR 2006 14
- True luxury 15
- INTERIOR OVERVIEW 15
- INTERIOR FEATURES 15
- Driving environment 16
- LAYOUT AND CONTROLS 16
- COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE 20
- Climate control 20
- Convenience features 21
- MECHANICAL OVERVIEW 23
- MECHANICAL FEATURES 23
- MATIC all-wheel drive 25
- MORE INFO: TECH GUIDE 26
- MORE INFO: TECH GUIDE 26
- SPECIFICATIONS 30
- SPECIFICATIONS continued 31
- STANDARD EQUIPMENT 32
- EQUIPMENT 32
- STANDARD EQUIPMENT continued 33
- OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 35
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