2020 Mercedes S Class W223 Spied Up Close, hides its door handles

We have never ceased to like the big German sedans like the S-Class and the 7-Series, but they have certainly started to feel less special. It can not be denied that the Tesla Model S has completely changed the market with its electric powertrain and minimalist design.

And while the next S-Class will not be an EV, part of Tesla's mentality could come off. We would like to draw attention to the door handles that are camouflaged on this particular prototype. This is probably because designers want to install flush ones for a cleaner look.

We do not think the design will be the same as Tesla's, more like the one used by Jaguar and Land Rover. However, as it is a flagship car, you can also have the option to open the doors automatically. After all, only the plebs need to dirty their hands like that!

The proportions of the W223 S-Class are just great. We were worried when Mercedes started testing a reel and a longer prototype W222 because it is already difficult to park. But the outline of the car is so sporty and resolute.

A new design language should be applied, but Mercedes could stop using the cookie cutter's approach to designing cars. A prominent grille flanked by narrower LED headlights can be seen in this spy video, but that 's how well you would describe just about any expensive vehicle today.

The engines will be shared with things like the new GLE Class and CLS-Class, meaning online-6 ​​units with one or more turbochargers. But you can already get that in the W222 facelift. Where Mercedes will really step up his game is in the department of autonomy.