The Mercedes-Benz S500 debuted in 1991 as the flagship sedan, continuing the S-Class legacy with revolutionary technology and uncompromising luxury.
Development of the fourth-generation W140 began in the late 1980s with objectives to exceed all previous engineering standards in comfort, safety, and performance.
The S500 launched in 1991 featuring a 5.0L V8 engine, airbags throughout the cabin, and advanced active suspension systems unprecedented in production vehicles.
Production of the W140 generation concluded in 1998 after establishing the S500 as the definitive luxury sedan globally.
Production timeline
- 1991Introduction of W140 S500
- 1998W140 production ends
- 1998W220 S500 launches
- 2006W221 S500 debuts
- 2014W222 S500 introduced
- 2021W223 S500 generation begins
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