The Last True S Class? 😮
Years ago, Mercedes released a video showcasing the 2013 S-Class production line, offering a behind-the-scenes glimpse at the manufacturing process.
The video highlights the Sindelfingen factory where the S-Class is assembled with precision and high-tech automation.
The featured vehicles come from the sixth generation of the S-Class (chassis code W222), which began production in June 2013.
The W222 marked its world debut on May 15, 2013, then entered production shortly thereafter.
It was built primarily at Sindelfingen, Germany, with additional assembly in locations like India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam.
The W222 introduced a modern, streamlined design inspired by the F700 Concept, led by designers Il-hun Yoon and Robert Lešnik.
This generation featured groundbreaking innovations like full LED interior and exterior lighting—an industry first.
Under the skin, the W222 offered a range of engines: twin-turbo V8s (S500/S550), the V12 (S600...
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