Mercedes-Benz S-Class (Germany, 1998-2005)

The versions from the generation, S-Class S 280 to S 500; S 280 long-wheelbase to S 600, had the following new features:

Belt tensioners and belt-force limiters in the rear Automatic child seat detection WINDOWBAG Occupant protection system PRE-SAFE® (from 2002) DISTRONIC proximity control (available from 1998) Automatic cylinder cut-out (S 500/S 600) KEYLESS-GO (available from 1998) AIRMATIC air suspension with adaptive damping system COMAND control and display system Active Body Control suspension Active seat ventilation (available from 1998) Bi-xenon headlamps with dynamic beam range control and headlamp cleaning system (available from 2002)