Updated S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet expected at the Frankfurt Motor Show:

In line with Mercedes-Benz refreshing the S-Class sedan for 2018, the Coupe and Cabriolet versions will also undergo the same treatment before these facelifted models are showcased at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Since the updates are basically going to be borrowed from the S-Class sedan, the Coupe and Cabriolet models will get the S-Class’ design and tech tweaks. Things like the more aggressive nose section, new alloys, extra luxury features, and functions such as semi-autonomous driving technology will be offered. 

The upcoming S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet will also get a new range of engines that include the 4.0-litre V8 motor that will be available in two power outputs. One for the regular model and the other for the AMG version. At the top of the range will be the V12 motor that powers the S600 and AMG S65 models. As of now, it isn’t clear as to whether both models will get all the engine options.

Pricing for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet should be slightly higher when compared to the current car, especially when you factor in the extra features and driving aides that will be made available. 

2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet spotted testing

The current generation of Mercedes-Benz S-Class flagship was introduced in 2013. The mid-life update of the S-Class Sedan has been caught testing a few times in Germany, but now the S-class Cabriolet has been spotted undergoing cold-weather tests at the Arctic Circle.

The S-Class saloon would be the first to be updated, followed shortly by the S-Class Coupe. The S-Class Cabrio will follow suit. So here we can see the test mule with cladded front and rear bumpers, updated taillights and possibly even new headlight signature. But the most prominent and important changes will be on the inside. 

The new S-Class family will come with a single widescreen system, stretching from instrument cluster to centre console, dominating the dashboard. It is similar to one seen on the Mercedes-Maybach vehicles sans the buttons. The centre console will feature a redesigned interface with a new touchpad surface. Another update for the facelifted S-Class will be the use of a new steering wheel that looks sportier than what’s being offered as of now.

As far as the engine line-up is concerned, Mercedes-Benz is expected to equip the facelifted S-Class with a new range of engines. It is speculated that the existing V6 engines will be replaced by new inline-six petrol units. The Cabriolet range could get the new 4.0-litre V8 engine.

The updated Luxo-barge will debut this year as a 2018 model year. It was rumoured to be showcased at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, but that seems unlikely. Mercedes-Benz will bring the new and updated S-Class to India right after it goes on sale internationally.