Consumer Reports New Cars – November 2019

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The S-Class is brimming with features and qualities that make

it stand out among luxury cars. The powerful turbo V8 that we

tested provided effortless acceleration and delivered 18 mpg over-

all in our tests. The plush, magic carpet ride is the best we’ve ever

tested, and the cabin is ultra quiet. Even though the S-Class is large,

handling agility is commendable, with quick steering. Along with the

seats and steering wheel, the door and center armrests are heated as

well. Many controls are overly complicated, however. The S-Class has

partial automation, which gives the car the ability to follow the road

and maintain a set distance from cars ahead including the ability to

stop and resume driving in stop and go situations. Coupe and con-

vertible versions are available.

Overall Score 87

Predicted Reliability 04

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score 96

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 05

Base Price: $91,250-$253,550

Body Styles: convertible; coupe;

sedan

Trim Lines: S450, S560, S560e, S63

AMG, S65 AMG

Drive Wheels: Rear, AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear

Engines: 3.0-liter V6 turbo (362 hp);

3.0-liter V6 hybrid (483 hp); 4.0-liter

V8 turbo (463, 603 hp); 6.0-liter V12

turbo (621 hp)

Transmissions: 9-speed automatic

Length (in.).................... .207

Width (in.) ......................75

Height (in.) ......................59

Wheelbase (in.) .................125

Weight (lb.) ..................4,935

% weight front/rear ...........53/47

Max. Load (lb.) .................915

Cargo Volume, cu.ft............... 16

Towing Capacity (lb.) ............NR

Premium

CR overall mpg ..................18 Better than average

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Mercedes-Benz GLS

The redesigned GLS is longer than its predecessor, with more interior

space. It packs in more technical features, such as the latest infotain-

ment system, which consists of a touch screen as well as touchpad and

voice control for many functions. Both the standard 3.0-liter six-cylin-

der and uplevel 4.0-liter V8 have a 48-volt mild-hybrid setup to smooth

out the gas-saving stop/start feature and help accessories at idle. A

nine-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard.

Every GLS comes with an air suspension that’s designed to limit body

motions and make the ride steady on every type of road. The interior

can be configured for either six or seven passengers with the latter

having a bench as opposed to two captain’s chairs in the middle row.

Standard safety features include automatic emergency braking and

blind spot warning.

Overall Score NA

Predicted Reliability 02

Owner Satisfaction 04

Road-Test Score NA

Front-Crash Prevention Std./ 04

Base Price: $75,200-$90,000E

Body Styles: 4-door SUV

Trim Lines: 450, 580

Drive Wheels: AWD

Seating: 2 front, 3 rear, 2 third

Engines: 3.0-liter 6 turbo (362 hp);

4.0-liter V8 turbo (483 hp)

Transmissions: 9-speed automatic

Length (in.).................... 205

Width (in.) ......................77

Height (in.) ......................73

Wheelbase (in.) .................123

Weight (lb.) ..................5,660

% weight front/rear .............NA

Max. Load (lb.) .................NA

Cargo Volume, cu.ft.............. NA

Towing Capacity (lb.) ..........7,700

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EPA combined mpg .............NA Worse than average

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