Mercedes-Benz India, after launching the S500L early this month, has launched two new variants of its flagship S-class, the S 350L and S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY. The two variants along with its big brother S500L complete the new 2010 S-class’ Indian line-up.

The S 350L sports a V6 3.5-litre petrol engine that produces around 272bhp, while churning out 35.20kgm of max torque at 4500rpm. Equipped with Merc’s 7G-TRONIC (7 Speed Automatic Transmission) box, the car can attain a limited top speed of 250kph.

The S 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY comes with a 3-litre V6 diesel engine with a power output of 210bhp, while producing 50kgm of max torque between 1600-1800rpm. The diesel variant too sports the same 7G-TRONIC gearbox and reaches a top speed of 250kph.

The new S-Class offers features like Advance Parking Guidance with ultrasonic sensors, Multicolour Ambient Lighting, LED Light Package, Climatised seats, Massage function for rear seats, ATTENTION ASSIST along with the exclusive SPLITVIEW technology.

"Globally the S-class is an overwhelming market leader in its segment as well as in India, and the new S-Class will carry forward the leadership in the segment," said Wilfried Aulbur, Mercedes India Managing Director and CEO, who was present at the launch.

The new S-class petrol is priced at Rs 95.62lakh, dearer by Rs 2lakh over the old model, while the S-class diesel now retails at Rs 93.30 lakh, which is up by Rs 5.57lakh (prices on-road, Mumbai).