Vehicle profile: Setra ComfortClass S 515 HD

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02.10.2025
  • Comfortable all-rounder for tourist travel
  • Striking appearance with Setra family face and character element
  • Exemplary safety, superior drive

The S 515 HD from the ComfortClass is the versatile, economical, safe, and comfortable
all‑rounder and thus the ideal backbone of a well‑maintained fleet. The exhibition vehicle at Busworld Europe 2025 presents itself as a comfortable coach for all occasions.

Striking appearance with Setra family face and character element

The striking family face is the outstanding distinguishing feature of the current generation of the Setra ComfortClass, supported by the new unmistakable character element on the flanks. The combination of a black front panel and silver elements underlines the high quality of the ComfortClass. Together with the exquisite Cosmos Red metallic paintwork for the body and detachable parts, this results in the elegant appearance of the HD model.

Tasteful, cozy, and comfortable equipment for travel

When boarding, passengers look at a back‑lit step strip with brand lettering. Inside, they are welcomed by a tasteful interior with wood-look floor covering, partition walls with glass insert, the high‑quality Setra Voyage Plus travel seating with a multi-part composition fabric combination for the seat and backrest, and headrest and design elements and curtains in Mars red. A true feel-good passenger area, supplemented by a refrigerator, kitchenette, and a washroom and toilet in entrance two.

Consumer electronics are also on a par. The Coach MediaRouter secures Internet access, and the new Coach Infotainment Series multimedia system, together with large folding screens in 21.5‑inch format, provides entertainment. Anyone who wants to watch their own program can simply plug their mobile device into the USB ports between the double seats. The housing is subtly illuminated in blue, making it easy to find in all light conditions.

Exemplary safety, superior drive

A whole bundle of safety and assistance systems supports the driver. For example, the Setra S 515 HD is already on display at Busworld Europe with the extended assistance systems ABA 6 Plus as well as the new camera-based Attention Assist  2 which will be available from the 1st quarter of 2026. The further list of equipment is a veritable Who’s Who of assistance systems: Active Drive Assist 2 including Active Steering Assist, adaptive cruise control with stop‑and‑go function, latest generation Predictive Powertrain Control, Sideguard Assist 2, Frontguard Assist, Traffic Sign Assist, tire pressure monitoring system (TPM). Safety is also ensured by the surround lighting when reversing, the 360° camera system, and the MirrorCam instead of outside mirrors for a perfect all-round view.

In combination with the fully automated GO 250-8 PowerShift transmission and the RO 440 rear axle, the compact in‑line six‑cylinder OM 470 ensures an equally superior, economical, and low-emission drive. Here too, the Driver Score provides the driver with valuable support.

Technical data of the Setra ComfortClass S 515 HD

Length/width/height

12,295/2,550/3,770 mm

Wheelbase

6,090 mm

Front/rear overhang

2,890/3,315 mm

Turning circle

approx. 21,616 mm

Standing height, center aisle

approx. 2,100 mm

Floor height of driver’s workplace above the road

920 mm

Height of center aisle above the roadway

1,370 mm

Luggage compartment volume (standard)

approx. 9.9 m³

Fuel tank volume

approx. 480 l

AdBlue volume

approx. 35 l

Tire size

295/80 R 22.5

Permissible gross vehicle weight

19,500 kg

Permissible axle load, front/rear

7,500/12,600 kg

Engine type/emission standard

OM 470/Euro VI-E

Cylinders/displacement

R6/10 677 cm³

Output

315 kW (428 hp) at 2200 rpm

Max. torque

2,100 Nm at 1,100 rpm

Transmission

GO 250–8 PowerShift fully automated manual transmission

Front axle

ZF RL 82 EC, independent wheel suspension

Rear axle

RO 440, ratio 3.583:1