Benedict Cumberbatch test drives and reviews the new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet. He praises the car's combination of classic design elements with modern technology. Under the hood is a powerful 4.7-liter V8 engine that propels the car from 0-60 mph in just 4.6 seconds. Inside the cabin feels luxurious with leather trim and wood accents. Advanced features include a digital dashboard, massaging seats, air quality controls, and a high-end Burmester sound system. Cumberbatch is impressed with how the S-Class Cabriolet blends luxury and engineering excellence.
The earliest traces of the smoker’s jacket are found way back in 18th century. If you dig a little deeper, it reveals that these stylish wears originated in England. If you see the history, during the Crimean War (1853-1856), Turkish tobacco was
Southern Volkswagen was looking to create a casual but professional shirt uniform. The cobalt blue and white check was chosen to represent the brand and the atmosphere. Made in a lightweight cotton and worn without a tie the shirts was designed with a classic collar for women and a button down collar for men.
The earliest traces of the smoker’s jacket are found way back in 18th century. If you dig a little deeper, it reveals that these stylish wears originated in England. If you see the history, during the Crimean War (1853-1856), Turkish tobacco was
Southern Volkswagen was looking to create a casual but professional shirt uniform. The cobalt blue and white check was chosen to represent the brand and the atmosphere. Made in a lightweight cotton and worn without a tie the shirts was designed with a classic collar for women and a button down collar for men.
El Parque Natural de Gorbeia (con la mítica Cruz en la cima), los embalses de Urrunaga y Ullíbarri-Gamboa, las cuevas de Mairuelegorreta, un pedacito del Parque Natural de Urkiola... La naturaleza se desborda en Gorbeia, el destino turístico que comparten Álava y Bizkaia y que está enmarcado en la Cuadrilla de Zuia (Gorbeia sur, Álava) y en la Comarca de Arratia-Nerbioi (Gorbeia norte, Bizkaia).
Affalterbach. With the new S 65 Cabriolet, Mercedes-AMG is for the first time offering a performance car which combines the impressive power of the 6.0‑litre V12 biturbo engine with the pleasure of open-top driving for four occupants. An output of 463 kW (630 hp), 1000 newton metres of maximum torque, the sport suspension based on AIRMATIC and the exquisite appointments emphasise the exceptional status of the new flagship model in the S-Class family from Mercedes-AMG. A new dimension in open-air motoring is guaranteed by the automatic wind protection system AIRCAP, the AIRSCARF neck-level heating system, heated armrests and intelligent climate control. The three-layered acoustic fabric soft top is available in four colours, and has a very high-quality interior lining in nappa leather and DINAMICA microfibre.
Affalterbach. Pure fascination and breathtaking dynamics – the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 sets benchmarks. The high-tech drive, the signature AMG handling and the high level of individuality in equipment choices guarantee an utterly unique driving experience. The top model in the C-Class line-up is driven by a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine closely related to the power unit that provides breathtaking propulsion in the Mercedes-AMG GT. The power spectrum ranges from 350 kW (476 hp) in the C 63 to 375 kW (510 hp) in the C 63 S. With an unrivalled fuel consumption figure of just 8.2 litres per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined), the C 63 is the most fuel-efficient eight-cylinder car in the high-performance segment. The extensive range of standard equipment includes the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers, the mechanical rear locking differential and the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programmes. The highly exclusive “Edition 1” is available from market launch.
El Parque Natural de Gorbeia (con la mítica Cruz en la cima), los embalses de Urrunaga y Ullíbarri-Gamboa, las cuevas de Mairuelegorreta, un pedacito del Parque Natural de Urkiola... La naturaleza se desborda en Gorbeia, el destino turístico que comparten Álava y Bizkaia y que está enmarcado en la Cuadrilla de Zuia (Gorbeia sur, Álava) y en la Comarca de Arratia-Nerbioi (Gorbeia norte, Bizkaia).
Affalterbach. With the new S 65 Cabriolet, Mercedes-AMG is for the first time offering a performance car which combines the impressive power of the 6.0‑litre V12 biturbo engine with the pleasure of open-top driving for four occupants. An output of 463 kW (630 hp), 1000 newton metres of maximum torque, the sport suspension based on AIRMATIC and the exquisite appointments emphasise the exceptional status of the new flagship model in the S-Class family from Mercedes-AMG. A new dimension in open-air motoring is guaranteed by the automatic wind protection system AIRCAP, the AIRSCARF neck-level heating system, heated armrests and intelligent climate control. The three-layered acoustic fabric soft top is available in four colours, and has a very high-quality interior lining in nappa leather and DINAMICA microfibre.
Affalterbach. Pure fascination and breathtaking dynamics – the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 sets benchmarks. The high-tech drive, the signature AMG handling and the high level of individuality in equipment choices guarantee an utterly unique driving experience. The top model in the C-Class line-up is driven by a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine closely related to the power unit that provides breathtaking propulsion in the Mercedes-AMG GT. The power spectrum ranges from 350 kW (476 hp) in the C 63 to 375 kW (510 hp) in the C 63 S. With an unrivalled fuel consumption figure of just 8.2 litres per 100 kilometres (NEDC combined), the C 63 is the most fuel-efficient eight-cylinder car in the high-performance segment. The extensive range of standard equipment includes the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers, the mechanical rear locking differential and the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive programmes. The highly exclusive “Edition 1” is available from market launch.
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Coat, £2,800. Rollneck,
£695. Trousers, £395.
Boots, £495. Scarf,
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Few personify the UK’s contribution to global cinema better than
Benedict Cumberbatch. A style standard-bearer, here he
waxes lyrical with GQ about the allure of the luxurious
(and hi-tech) new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet
FUTURE
IN MOTION
WISH LIST
S-Class
Cabriolet
The new S-Class
Cabriolet
embodies a
distinctive design
combining luxury
with technology
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“The two-door
cabriolet answers
Cumberbatch’s call
for a classic with
a firm grasp on
contemporary design
and technology”
Jacket by Burberry,
£1,995. burberry.com.
Shirt by Scabal, £200.
scabal.com. Jeans by
Belstaff, £235.
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3. Coat by Matthew Miller, £495.
matthewmillermenswear.com.
Shirt by Scabal, £220. scabal.
com. Jeans by Burberry, £250.
burberry.com. Boots by
Margaret Howell, £275.
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CGI & Post Production Recom
Farmhouse Grooming Tyler
Johnston at One Represents
using Kiehl’s since 1851 and
Tom Ford Stylist Joe Woolfe
Stylist Assistant Nikita
Andrianova Set Cloud & Horse
With thanks to Park Royal
Studios. parkroyalstudios.com
The model shown is the new
S-Class Cabriolet and is not to
UK specification. For full pricing
and specification please visit
mercedes-benz.co.uk
Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the new Mercedes-Benz S 500 Cabriolet: urban: 23.2 (12.2) - 23.7 (11.9), extra urban: 37.7 (7.5) - 40.4 (7.0), combined 31.0 (9.1) – 32.5 (8.7).
CO2 emissions: 212–204 g/km. Official EU-regulated test data are provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors.
Wind back the clock 24 hours from GQ’s
shoot with Benedict Cumberbatch – a man
in the highest tier of British acting talent and
a GQ Best Dressed regular to boot – and you
would find him preparing to pace the stage
of London’s Barbican Centre as Shakespeare’s
Hamlet. But, for this afternoon at least, he’s
back to being himself again, with the new
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet taking
the lead role. “When it comes to cars, I’m
a classicist through and through,” he says,
as the camera shutters begin to snap away.
“But, I love the cars that combine modern
technology and the aesthetic of classic
designs.” The two-door Cabriolet is the
latest member of the S-Class family and
proudly answers Cumberbatch’s call for a
classic with a firm grasp on contemporary
design and technology.
Laying underneath the familiar S-Class
bonnet is a 4.7-litre V8 engine – or, as
Cumberbatch aptly says, “a wonder of
engineering”. Purring through the distinctive
front grill and launching the car from
0-60mph in an impressive 4.6 seconds, it
helps put the new S-Class Cabriolet into a
world of its own, especially once inside.
“It’s like a leather-trimmed marquetry box,
housing the most extraordinary level of
luxury,” says Cumberbatch, now sitting
behind the wood-and-leather steering wheel.
Meanwhile, the digital dashboard sparks
into life at the push of the start button and
the Swarovski crystals (found in the centre
console and the headlights) epitomise
that crucial relationship between luxury
and technology.
Finally, there’s a particularly tailored feel
waiting to be found by any S-Class Cabriolet
driver. “The car is so responsive,” says
Cumberbatch. “The seat will sculpt itself to
you as you turn.” And it doesn’t end there.
A choice of five fragrances are on hand, too,
while air quality is continually improved
through optimised filtering. For any devotee
to luxury – with Cumberbatch firmly in the
ranks – each feature is a welcome plus point.
The perfect end note is the new S-Class
Cabriolet’s Burmester 3D surround sound
system. Comprising 23 speakers, it will
undoubtedly sound out a suitable applause
to two of 2016’s most inimitable acts.
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