A luxury D-Class car that not only has top-notch technology, but also provides an extraordinary experience of using the car. At the same time, it can also sublimate your identity. To put it bluntly, the people who drive this kind of car are basically either rich or expensive.
In this level of market, there are many top brands such as Bentley and Rolls-Royce, but often they are too far away from us. The other three cars are relatively easy to get, that is, the BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class that we are familiar with. Next, "Car 314" will talk about these three cars.
BMW 7 Series
Official guidance price: 82.80-261.20 million yuan
Model highlights: atmospheric modesty, V12 "big heart"
As the top model of the BMW brand, the 7 Series has a super high level of craftsmanship and technical support. With the 730Li and 740Li as the main models, it occupies a favorable position in the domestic D-class car market.
To say that BMW has changed the most in appearance in recent years, it is the grille. The size of the "double kidneys" became larger and larger, all expanding to the hood. The increase in size increases, and the corresponding enhancement of the aura is brought about. In addition, the shape and lines of the lower encirclement are very personal, and with the slender headlight shape, the entire front face seems to be a strange smiley face, full of evil charm.
The overall shape of the tail is very rounded and full, and the chrome decorative strip connects the tail lamps to form a penetrating design. The side lines are full and powerful, and the body is very muscular. In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 5273/1902/1498mm, and the wheelbase is 3210mm, which makes the interior space very spacious.
In terms of interior, the 7 Series adopts a family-style design language. The center console has a clear sense of layering, stability and atmosphere. The 12.3-inch + 10.25-inch dual-screen layout and iconic gear handlebars have significantly improved the sense of technology in the car. In terms of details, door handles, air conditioner air outlets, physical buttons, etc., are decorated with chrome. In addition, the wood grain trim is also made of solid wood, and the diamond-shaped sewing makes the luxurious atmosphere in the car extremely strong.
In terms of configuration, air suspension, suspension height/soft and hard adjustment, rear entertainment system, HARMAN Kardon audio, laser headlights, rear seat power adjustment, LCD screen key, etc. are all configured, which is quite rich.
In terms of power, the BMW 7 Series is divided into four powertrains. Among them, the 730Li is equipped with a 2.0T engine with a maximum horsepower of 265 hp and a maximum torque of 400 Nm; the 740Li is equipped with a 3.0T inline six-cylinder engine with a maximum horsepower of 340 hp and a maximum torque of 450 Nm; the 750Li is equipped with a 4.4T V8 engine with a maximum horsepower of 530 hp and a maximum torque of 750 Nm; the M760Li is equipped with a 6.6T V12 engine with a maximum horsepower of 585 hp and a maximum torque of 850 Nm. Both are mated to an 8-speed manual transmission.
Summary: The BMW 7 Series also tends to be younger in terms of styling, especially the front face, which is portrayed very vividly. As for the degree of luxury, naturally there is no need to say more. It is exaggerated that it is actually equipped with a V12 engine, which is quite eye-catching. However, the landing price of close to 3 million is really not low.
Audi A8
Official guidance price: 85.88-197.18 million yuan
Model highlights: full of business, power 3.0T start
There may be some relationship with the brand, A8 is not as ostentatious as the 7 series and S-class, so many people call the people who open the A8 "low-key, luxurious, and connotative". Of course, they are all models of the same class.
In terms of appearance, the A8 adopts the latest family-style design language of the Audi brand. The size of the grille is very large, coupled with a body width of nearly 2 meters, which makes the visual effect of the front face extremely shocking. The headlight shape is relatively narrow and long, the lines are sharp, outlining a pair of firm "eyes".
From the side, the body of the A8 shows a low posture, the waist line is relatively gentle, and the overall appearance is more stable. The rear is very full of shape, and the taillights are designed through, adding a bit of fashion to the body. In addition, the A8's body is surrounded by a large number of chrome trim strips, and the overall texture and luxurious atmosphere are greatly enhanced. In terms of body size, the length, width and height are 5302/1945/1483mm, and the wheelbase is 3128mm.
In terms of interior, A8 adopts a 12.3-inch dashboard and a three-screen design of 10.1-inch + 8.6-inch central control screen, and the center console cancels a large number of physical buttons, and the overall look is very simple. The appearance of glossy black and wood grain panels has raised the texture of the interior a lot.
In terms of configuration, air suspension (support height, soft and hard adjustment), rear seat massage, B&O brand audio, electric sun blinds, fragrance device, main/sub-seat memory, etc. are all equipped.
In terms of power, the A8 is divided into three powertrains. Among them, the maximum horsepower of the 3.0T V6 low-power engine is 286 hp and the maximum torque is 450 Nm; the maximum horsepower of the 3.0T V6 high-power engine is 340 hp and the maximum torque is 500 Nm; the maximum horsepower of the 4.0T V8 engine is 460 hp and the maximum torque is 660 Nm, and all three engines are matched with an 8-speed manual transmission. In addition, the whole series is equipped with a 48V light mix system and a full-time four-wheel drive system.
Summary: The overall shape of the A8 is stable and generous, very business-oriented. The whole series is equipped with "MIB3+Asterix platform" and "virtual cockpit+", which has made sufficient efforts in terms of scientific and technological sense.
Mercedes S-Class
Official guidance price: 91.78-178.17 million yuan
Model highlights: luxury, full of technology
Mercedes-Benz S-Class has always been the "king" of the luxury D-Class car market, especially the previous generation of models, which directly raised the brand height by several steps. Despite mixed consumer reviews of this generation of S-Class, it is still the model of choice for successful people.
The current S-Class has made a big change in appearance, without the solemnity of the previous generation model, but the overall has become more fashionable. The shape of the headlight group is a narrow and long wedge, and the interior is a geometric multi-beam LED light source, which has a very high technology content. The grille is still in the form of a shield plus three banners, and the momentum is not inferior.
The tail changes are also relatively large, and the overall is more simple. The taillights were changed to an inverted triangle shape, and the internal structure is very ornate, and when lit, it can be called a work of art. In addition, the tail throat seems to be a bilateral layout, but it is actually a real bilateral layout of four. In terms of size, the length, width and height are 5290 (5320)/1921/1503mm, and the wheelbase is 3216mm.
In terms of interior, the latest design language of the S-Class presents a very different sense of luxury. The dual-screen linkage was cancelled, the central control screen was replaced with a 12.8-inch independent display, and most of the physical buttons were cancelled, and the overall sense of technology was very strong. Solid wood elements are used on the center console and are treated with a glossy finish for a luxurious feel.
In terms of configuration, air suspension, all-vehicle electric suction doors, Berlin Sound audio, rear entertainment system and other configurations are equipped.
In terms of power, three engines are installed depending on the model. Among them, the maximum horsepower of the 2.5T inline six-cylinder low-power engine is 313 hp and the maximum torque is 450 Nm; the maximum horsepower of the 2.5T inline six-cylinder high-power engine is 367 hp and the maximum torque is 500 Nm; and the maximum horsepower of the 3.0T inline six-cylinder engine is 435 hp and the maximum torque is 520 Nm. All three engines are mated to a 9-speed manual transmission and are equipped with a 48V light mix system.
Summary: Although this generation of S-class is controversial, its quality is still impeccable. The appearance has become more youthful while maintaining a dignified atmosphere. The interior is a combination of digital and traditional luxury, and many high-tech technologies have been added.
Conclusion: These three models can easily cope with any business occasion, and the workmanship of the interior and the comfort of the rear seat meet the needs of almost all bosses. If you want to subdivide, the 7 series is more dynamic, and the A8 and S classes are more stable. In terms of interior, although the S-Class has been refitted with a new design, it still cannot shake the position of Mercedes-Benz in terms of design and luxury creation. In addition, among the entry-level models, the power of the S-class is also the highest. The preferential treatment of the 7 series and A8 is relatively large and cost-effective.