Mercedes-Benz S-CLASS SEDAN 2023 DYNAMIC SELECT Button User Manual
The DYNAMIC SELECT button in the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan is a versatile feature that enables drivers to personalize their driving experience. The button is conveniently located on the center console and provides access to various driving modes, including Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual, and Eco. Each mode adapts the vehicle’s suspension, steering, throttle response, and transmission shift points to optimize performance and comfort according to the driver’s preferences. Comfort mode provides a relaxed and smooth ride, while Sport and Sport+ modes offer more dynamic and responsive performance. Eco mode adjusts the car’s settings to maximize fuel efficiency, while Individual mode allows drivers to personalize their settings to their specific tastes. This button gives drivers the flexibility to customize their driving experience according to their needs and preferences.
DYNAMIC SELECT
The function of the DYNAMIC SELECT Button
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- Depending on the engine and equipment, the vehicle has different drive programs.
Use the DYNAMIC SELECT button to change between the following drive programs: - The drive program selected will appear on the driver’s display Individual
- Individual settings (/ page 220)
- Individual settings (plug-in hybrid) (/ page 221)
- Sport+
- Very sporty driving with lowered suspension
- Emphasizes the vehicle’s own oversteering and understeering characteristics for an even more active driving style
- Suitable only for good road conditions, a dry surface, and a clear stretch of road
Sport
- The maximum drive output is available
- Sporty driving with lowered suspension
- Sporty, but with an emphasis on stability
- Enables a sporty driver to adopt a more active driving style
- Suitable only for good road conditions, a dry surface, and a clear stretch of road
Hybrid (plug-in hybrid)
- Comfortable and economical driving
- The balance between traction and stability
- Recommended for all road conditions
- Full development of all intelligent hybrid functions
- Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode R The selection of the appropriate drive type by the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance
Comfort
- Comfortable and economical driving
- The balance between traction and stability
- Recommended for all road conditions
Curve
- Available only for vehicles with E‑ACTIVE BODY CONTROL
- Comfortable driving with curve tilting function R Balance between traction and stability
- Recommended for all road conditions
Electric (plug-in hybrid)
- Electric mode driving without the combustion engine is possible up to approximately 87 mph (140 km/h)
- Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode
- Adaptation of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC for electric mode
- Depending on the equipment, the maximum set speed for cruise control and Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can be limited to the maximum speed possible in electric mode
- Activation of the combustion engine via the point of resistance of the accelerator pedal (kick down) point of resistance of the accelerator pedal (kick down)the high-voltage battery, e.g. for subsequent journeys in inner-city/low-emission zones
- Adjustable recuperation in overrun mode
- Particularly economical driving
- The balance between traction and stability
- Recommended for all road conditions
The selection of the appropriate drive type by the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance the hybrid system depends on the driving conditions and the distance. The ESP® settings in the drive programs; and A are designed for stability. Therefore, choose one of these drive programs especially when transporting roof loads, in trailer operation and when the vehicle is fully loaded or fully occupied.
Plug-in hybrid
This also applies to drive programs n, Î and o. and A are designed for stability. Therefore, choose one of these drive programs especially when transporting roof loads, in trailer operation and when the vehicle is fully loaded or fully occupied.
Plug-in hybrid:
This also applies for drive programs n, Î and o Depending on the drive program, the following systems will change their characteristics:
- Drive
- ESP®
- Vehicles with AIRMATIC: suspension
- Steering
Selecting the Drive Program
- Press the DYNAMIC SELECT button 1 on the left or right.
The drive program selected will appear on the driver’s display.
Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT in the MMS
Multimedia system:
Home> Settings > Vehicle > DYNAMIC >SELECT
Setting Drive Program
- Select = Individual.
- Select and set a category.
Switching the reset display on/off
- Activate or deactivate Request at Start.
- This function must be activated for each user profile separately.
- Only when this function is activated will the drive program and ECO start/stop setting for the previous journey be saved for the respective user profile.
- Function on: the next time the vehicle is started a prompt appears asking whether the last active drive program should be restored. If the ECO start/stop function was deactivated, an additional prompt appears asking if the function should remain deactivated.
- The prompt only appears if the previously active settings deviate from the standard settings.
- Function off: the next time the vehicle is started the A drive program is set automatically. The ECO start/stop function is activated automatically.
Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT in the MMS (plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles)
Multimedia system:
Home> Settings >Vehicle >DYNAMIC >SELECT
Setting drive program
- Select = Individual.
- Select and set a category.
Setting the H drive program
- Select Hybrid.
- Select Route Based or Standard. If route guidance is active and the Route Based option has been activated, the electrical energy is distributed intelligently over the entire route. In built-up areas, the electric mode is preferred, while on the freeway the combustion engine is used.
- With the Standard option, the vehicle drives in its standard drive program (Î Electric or n Hybrid). There is no distribution of electrical energy over the entire route. The high-voltage battery is exhausted and the vehicle is then driven by the combustion engine.
Switching the reset display on/off
- Activate or deactivate Request at Start.
- This function must be activated for each user profile separately. The drive program for the respective user profile of the last driver is only stored if this function is activated.
- Function on: the next time the vehicle is started a prompt appears asking whether the last active drive program should be restored.
- The prompt only appears if the previously active settings deviate from the standard settings.
- Function off: if the Î drive program was the last one active, and all requirements for the drive program are fulfilled, this will be automatically selected the next time the vehicle is started. If another drive program was active, then the n drive program is set automatically.
- Function off: the next time the vehicle is started the A drive program is set automatically.
Displaying vehicle data
Multimedia system:
Home > Setting > Info
- Select Vehicle
- The vehicle data is displayed.
Displaying Engine Data
Multimedia system:
Home > Setting > Info
Select Engine.
The engine data is displayed.
- The actual (maximum) values that can be achieved for engine output and engine torque may deviate from the certified values within the country-specific guidelines for permissible tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country-specific guidelines).
Variables that can influence this are, for example: - Sea level
- Fuel quality
- Outside temperature
- The operating temperature of the engine Adjusts your driving style accordingly.
- The p warning lamp in the driver’s display is on until the engine has reached operating temperature.
- The values displayed serve only as orientation. The values for engine output and engine torque is shown on the central display may deviate from the actual values.
- The p warning lamp to show the power output limitation after starting the vehicle is not available in all vehicle models
Calling up the fuel consumption indicator
Multimedia system:
Home > Setting > Info
- Select Consumption.
- The current and average fuel consumption will be displayed.
Q&A
- What is the DYNAMIC SELECT button on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The DYNAMIC SELECT button is a feature on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023 that allows drivers to customize their driving experience by adjusting the vehicle’s suspension, steering, throttle response, and transmission shift points. - Where is the DYNAMIC SELECT button located on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The DYNAMIC SELECT button is located on the center console of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023. - How many driving modes are available through the DYNAMIC SELECT button on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
There are five driving modes available through the DYNAMIC SELECT button on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023: Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual, and Eco. - What does the Comfort mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button do on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The Comfort mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button adjusts the vehicle’s settings to provide a smooth and relaxed driving experience. - What does the Sport mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button do on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The Sport mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button adjusts the vehicle’s settings to provide more responsive and dynamic performance. - What does the Sport+ mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button do on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The Sport+ mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button adjusts the vehicle’s settings to provide even more dynamic and sporty performance than the Sport mode. - What does the Eco mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button do on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The Eco mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button adjusts the vehicle’s settings to maximize fuel efficiency. - What does the Individual mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button do on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
The Individual mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button allows drivers to customize their settings to their specific preferences. - Can drivers switch between driving modes while driving the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
Yes, drivers can switch between driving modes while driving the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023 using the DYNAMIC SELECT button. - Does the DYNAMIC SELECT button affect the vehicle’s safety features on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
No, the DYNAMIC SELECT button does not affect the vehicle’s safety features on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023. - Is the DYNAMIC SELECT button a standard feature on all trims of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
Yes, the DYNAMIC SELECT button is a standard feature on all trims of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023. - Can the DYNAMIC SELECT button be customized on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
Yes, drivers can customize the settings for each driving mode through the Individual mode on the DYNAMIC SELECT button on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023. - Does the DYNAMIC SELECT button affect the vehicle’s fuel economy on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023?
Yes, the DYNAMIC SELECT button can affect the vehicle’s fuel economy on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023 by adjusting the vehicle’s settings for maximum efficiency. - Can the DYNAMIC SELECT button be used in conjunction with other driving features on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023, such as adaptive cruise control?
Yes, the DYNAMIC SELECT button can be used in conjunction with other driving features on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan 2023, such as adaptive cruise control.
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