The automotive world has been eagerly anticipating Mercedes-Benz’s full entry into the luxury electric vehicle market, and the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S550 is poised to be a significant milestone. As every major automaker races to develop electric vehicles that can rival traditional gasoline cars in range and performance, Mercedes-Benz is stepping up to challenge the current EV leader, Tesla, with its flagship S-Class. The arrival of a fully electric S-Class, potentially as the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S550 EV, could redefine expectations in the luxury EV segment.
Currently, Mercedes-Benz’s electric offerings in the United States are limited, with no fully electric luxury models available beyond the Smart Fortwo. While they offer hybrid versions of their popular models like the E-Class, GLE SUV, and S-Class, these still rely on combustion engines for significant power and range. The S550e, for instance, combines an electric motor with a 3.0L biturbo engine. The question remains: will the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S550 be an electric variant of the existing model, or an entirely new vehicle positioned at the high end, perhaps even aligning with the prestigious S600 in terms of luxury and performance?
Mercedes-Benz has a long history of exploring electric vehicle concepts, hinting at their ambitions in this sector. The unveiling of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S550 electric drive vehicle is expected to follow this tradition by making its debut at a major international auto show. While specific details are still under wraps, industry anticipation points towards a potential reveal at the Paris Motor Show. Although the official release to the public might follow later, possibly in 2017 as initially speculated for concept reveals, the actual market launch for the 2019 Mercedes S550 would be anticipated in the model year of 2019. The question then becomes: in a market increasingly captivated by electric vehicles, would discerning buyers choose a Mercedes-Benz 2019 S550 over a Tesla, even if it represents a premium investment? The answer likely lies in Mercedes-Benz’s reputation for luxury, innovation, and build quality, attributes they are expected to bring to the forefront of their electric vehicle program.
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