Coming to the interior, the S-Class facelift gets two 12.3 inch (diagonal) high res display screens. There are three display styles to choose from for the digital display – Classic, Sport and Progressive. The steering wheel gets touch sensitive controls. The infotainment system can also be operated via the touchpad with controller in the centre console and by LINGUATRONIC voice control. The operation of DISTRONIC and cruise control with control elements directly on the steering wheel is another new feature.

High quality material on the interior include open-pore woods as well as leather-trimmed doors and upper body edges, dependent on the trim level.  There is a wide range of brown tones, including new colour combinations such as magma grey/espresso brown or mahogany brown/silk beige.

The interior lighting is full LED and the updated S-Class gets ambient lighting in 64 colours. The Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound system has an output of 1520 watts gets an additional speaker in the overhead control panel and two speakers in the sides.

Another new optional feature is ENERGIZING comfort control. This feature inks various comfort systems in the car together. It systematically uses the functions of the climate control system (including fragrancing) and the seats (heater, ventilation, massage), the wall heating as well as lighting and musical atmospheres, and enables a specific wellness set-up tailored to the mood and need of the owner. There are six programmes to choose from; –

  • Freshness
  • Warmth
  • Vitality
  • Joy
  • Comfort
  • Training  (three trainings – muscle relaxation, muscle activation and balance – each with several exercises)

Each programme runs for a duration of 10 minutes. ENERGIZING Comfort Control also incorporates the ambience lighting, which is harmoniously tailored to each of the individual screen designs. The light stages the interior like a work of art by composing colour worlds from different colours.

The colour worlds can be temporarily replaced with special effects – for example, a special lighting atmosphere welcomes the driver. In addition, the climate control system indicates whether the temperature is adjusted up or down through the colour of the ambience lighting. The brightness of the LEDs adapts equally variably and can be set in five levels and four zones: wide-screen cockpit, area of front seats, rear compartment, and all. As a result, the ambience lighting harnesses the positive effects of light on the well-being while on the road. This makes this equipment feature a key part of ENERGIZING Comfort Control with its tailor-made programmes.

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