Mercedes-Benz S550 By Renntech
The sixth-generation made its debut in 2013, and in the two full years that it’s been around, it has consistently sold well in the U.S. In fact, the turned in the second-most sales of any full-sized luxury with 21,934 units sold in 2015, bested only by the with 25,202 units. When you compare it with its two biggest rivals – the and the – the S-Class dominated both cars in terms of sales. The S-Class remains a popular choice for those in the market for a flagship sedan, so much so that Renntech has built a tuning program specifically tailored for the affluent clientele of the full-sized luxury Mercedes S550 (or S500 here in the U.S.).
It’s not a comprehensive kit, but it does include an engine tune that helps the s 4.7-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine increase its output to 530 horsepower and 606 pound-feet of torque. That’s a nice addition to the S550, but it’s far from the only one. Renntech also installed a carbon fiber aerodynamic component to go with a new set of wheels that are only limited to 25 sets. Talk about exclusivity, right?
All told, it’s a modest kit for a not-so-modest car. It may not entice those who prefer to get more aftermarket love for their S550s, but for those who prefer the subtle upgrades that don’t cut too much into the s identity, this program from Renntech is a suitable option. It’s also affordable, or at least relatively so for those who obviously have the finances that allowed them to buy the S550 in the first place.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 By Renntech
The sixth-generation made its debut in 2013, and in the two full years that it’s been around, it has consistently sold well in the U.S. In fact, the turned in the second-most sales of any full-sized luxury with 21,934 units sold in 2015, bested only by the with 25,202 units. When you compare it with its two biggest rivals – the and the – the S-Class dominated both cars in terms of sales. The S-Class remains a popular choice for those in the market for a flagship sedan, so much so that Renntech has built a tuning program specifically tailored for the affluent clientele of the full-sized luxury Mercedes S550 (or S500 here in the U.S.).
It’s not a comprehensive kit, but it does include an engine tune that helps the s 4.7-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 engine increase its output to 530 horsepower and 606 pound-feet of torque. That’s a nice addition to the S550, but it’s far from the only one. Renntech also installed a carbon fiber aerodynamic component to go with a new set of wheels that are only limited to 25 sets. Talk about exclusivity, right?
All told, it’s a modest kit for a not-so-modest car. It may not entice those who prefer to get more aftermarket love for their S550s, but for those who prefer the subtle upgrades that don’t cut too much into the s identity, this program from Renntech is a suitable option. It’s also affordable, or at least relatively so for those who obviously have the finances that allowed them to buy the S550 in the first place.
Continue after the jump to read the full story.
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Mercedes-Benz S550 By Renntech
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