MERCEDES has announced prices for its new S-Class Coupe which will make its appearance in the UK early next year.

The S 560 replaces the outgoing S 500, and introduces a new 4.0-litre biturbo V8 petrol engine capable of producing 469bhp and 700 Nm of torque.

It has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph, and can sprint from 0 to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds. It emits 188 g/km of CO2, and delivers up to 34 mpg combined.

Prices start at £104,115 for the S 560. The Mercedes-AMG S 63 costs from £128,015, while the AMG S 65 is available from £189,615.

The AMG S 63 uses AMG's hand-built 4.0-litre twin-turbo petrol engine, generating 612bhp and 900 Nm. It emits 203 g/km of CO2 and can achieve up to 31.7 mpg on the combined cycle.

The S 65 is powered by a 6.0-litre V12 petrol engine which has an output of 630bhp and 1000 Nm, emitting 279 g/km of CO2 and delivering 23.7 mpg.

Both cars are electronically limited to a top speed of 155 mph. The S 63 can travel from 0 to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds, while the S 65 takes just 4.1 seconds.

The S 560 - only available in AMG Line trim - comes as standard with wireless phone charging, Airmatic air suspension, the Mercedes Comand Online connectivity system including 12.3-inch cockpit and infotainment display, intelligent light system, fixed panoramic sunroof, remote boot opening, memory package including electrically adjustable seats and steering wheel, ambient lighting with a choice of 64 colours, ventilated seat, Burmester surround sound system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and 19-inch alloy wheels.

The S 65 has an 'energizing comfort package', ' magic' body control, night view assist plus, a surround view camera, head-up display, Burmester sound system and intelligent light system,