A Guide to New Mercedes-Benz Technology Terms

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Understanding the proprietary technology behind a new Mercedes-Benz models can transform how you evaluate one of these vehicles. Each term in the Mercedes-Benz lexicon represents a specific engineering commitment. At Keyes European in Van Nuys, CA, the team is ready to walk you through what each system does before you ever sit behind the wheel.

4MATIC®

4MATIC® is the Mercedes-Benz brand’s all-wheel drive system that continuously distributes power between the front and rear axles based on available traction. It gives you added confidence in rain, loose gravel, and other conditions where grip can vary across all four wheels.

PRESAFE®

PRESAFE® is a patented safety system found across the new Mercedes-Benz lineup that reads sensor data for signs of an impending collision (swerving, sudden braking, or skidding) and activates protective measures before impact occurs. It benefits you by tightening seatbelts, repositioning front headrests, and closing windows automatically in the seconds you need protection most.

DISTRONIC®

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC® is a radar-based adaptive cruise control system that maintains a driver-selected following distance from the vehicle ahead, all the way down to a complete stop in traffic. It can resume speed automatically when traffic clears, reducing the physical and mental demands of stop-and-go commutes.

MBUX® (Mercedes-Benz User Experience™)

MBUX® is the new Mercedes-Benz infotainment and vehicle-control platform that responds to natural conversational commands through the “Hey Mercedes” voice assistant, handling navigation, climate, and media without requiring you to reach for a screen. Available across models, including the electric Mercedes-Benz EQS, it can learn your preferred seat position, temperature, and audio settings over time, so the vehicle is configured to you from the moment you get in.

AIRMATIC®

AIRMATIC® is an electronically controlled air suspension system that adjusts spring stiffness and ride height in real time based on road surface, speed, and load. This system smooths out rough pavement at low speeds and lowers the vehicle at highway speeds for improved stability, all without any adjustment on your part.

Explore New Mercedes-Benz Technologies at Keyes European

Schedule a test drive at Keyes European and experience 4MATIC®, PRESAFE®, DISTRONIC®, MBUX®, and AIRMATIC® in action. Our Mercedes-Benz dealership in Van Nuys, CA, is ready to pair you with the model and configuration that fits your life. Mercedes-Benz financing options are also available—our finance team can walk you through rates and terms at your appointment.