Images: Mercedes-Benz W221/V221 S-Class (2006-13)
Released in Australia in February 2006, the W221 and V221 S-Class were prestige sedans with standard and long wheelbases, respectively. Manufactured in Sindelfingen, Germany, the W221/V221 S-Class range initially consisted of the S 500, but was subsequently expanded with the introduction of the S 350 (March 2006), S 600 (May 2006), S 450 (2007) and S 320 CDI (May 2008)… Read full Mercedes-Benz W221/V221 S-Class review
Images: Mercedes-Benz W221.II and V221.II S-Class (2009-11)
Released in October 2009, the Mercedes-Benz W221 and V221 Series II (W221.II and V221.II) S-Class range introduced improved equipment levels, fuel economy and subtle visual updates. ‘Torque Vectoring Brake’ was also introduced across the range, braking the inside rear wheel when cornering to improve handling. The Mercedes-Benz W221.II and V221.II S-Class could be identified by the LEDs in their head- and tail-lights, wider grilles and more pronounced front bumpers; the S 600 was also fitted with a three-bar grille (rather than four). Inside, S-Class had new trims and materials, a redesigned steering wheel, extended wood paneling and three ambient lighting colours.
Images: Mercedes-Benz W221.III and V221.III S-Class (2011-13)
Released in February 2011, the W221 and V221 Series III (W221.III and V221.III) S-Class range introduced new engines and mechanical upgrades as the the S 350 CDI BlueTec received a more powerful Euro VI emissions compliant engine, the S 350 received a more powerful direct-injection V6 engine and the S 500 BlueEfficiency was powered by a 4.7-litre twin-turbo V8 engine.
