European Car Industry - Mercedes-Benz Slated to Debut Production Version of S500 Electric Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz first hinted at the launch of an S Class with plug-in hybrid capability as far back as 2009 when it unveiled the Vision S500 Plug-In Hybrid concept. Here was a full-size luxury sedan capable of 0-60 mph runs in under 6.0 seconds and gas mileage of 70 mpg or better, but the best part was that it was destined for production.

Now we know when we will finally see the production Mercedes-Benz S Class plug-in hybrid: at September’s 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show.

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European Auto Industry: First official 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class exterior image leaked

Mercedes S class 2014

Thanks to some quick-triggered spy photographers in the right place at the right time, we've already seen our first undisguised images of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Now, BlogAutomobile from France has managed to get a hold of what appears to be the first official image showing the exterior design of the big luxury sedan. Of course, Mercedes-Benz has already released a select batch of images showing the car's interior.

The car in this image appears to be identical to the car photographed back in March right down to the color, multi-spoke wheels and even the license plate. With the extra effect added into this image, it practically confirms that it is a leaked press photo. 

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