Mercedes has finally announced its next supercar, which will make its debut at this September’s Frankfurt show. The new ultimate sports machine, the SLS AMG, is a modern-day take on the classic Gullwing of the 1950s. Powering the coupe is a revised version of AMG’s now familiar 6.2-liter 32-valve V-8. The engine delivers 563 hp at 6800 rpm and 479 lb-ft of torque at 4750 rpm. Mercedes is projecting a 0 to 62mph time of 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 196mph. The car will cost between $200,000 and $250,000 when it goes on sale in the spring of next year. [CarandDriver] More»
Mercedes has introduced a new G-Class Edition30.Pur to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first G-Class. The car can be equipped with all-terrain tires on 16 Inch aluminum wheels, flexible wheel arch flaring, protective grilles for the headlamps and lights, a large roofrack with ladder, a towing lug at the front and a two-section rear door. If you’re interested, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class Edition30.Pur can be ordered from mid-February for €59,381. [Mercedes-Benz]
The all-new 2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class Coupe will soon make its world debut at the upcoming 2009 Geneva Motor Show. The range of engines available for the new E-Class Coupe comprises four, six and eight-cylinder units. The four-cylinder engines are newly developed direct-injection units, which develop a higher output and torque than the comparable V6-engines of the preceding series despite a smaller displacement. Kicking off the lineup is the E250 CDI four-cylinder diesel, which has an output of 200hp (150kW) and 369lb-ft (500Nm) of torque. It is the most fuel-efficient engine in the lineup and is rated at 44mpg (5.3L/100km). This is joined by a 200hp (150kW) four-petrol with 229lb-ft (310Nm) of torque. Moving up the ladder is the E350 CDI, which sports a 228hp (170kW) and 398lb-ft (540Nm) V6 diesel, and a E350 CGI petrol V6 with 288hp (215kW) and 270lb-ft (365Nm) of torque. Finally, there is the E500/550 flagship with a 5.5L petrol V8 churning out 382hp (285kW) and 390lb-ft (530Nm) of torque. Pricing and availability details to be revealed following the car’s debut. [MotorAuthority]
Mercedes-Benz is showing the way ahead in environmentally responsible electromobility by presenting its near-series Mercedes-Benz BlueZero Concept at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The three five-seater BlueZERO variants comes with different drive configurations, all of which are able to meet customer requirements in terms of sustainable mobility: the BlueZero E-CELL with battery-electric drive and a range of up to 200 kilometres using electric drive alone, the BlueZero F-CELL (fuel cell) with a range of well over 400 kilometres using electric drive, the BlueZero E-CELL PLUS with electric drive and additional internal combustion engine as power generator (range extender). This version has an overall range of up to 600 kilometres and can cover a distance of up to 100 kilometres using electric drive alone. The Mercedes-Benz BlueZero concept cars also set standards in terms of lightweight design, interior layout and body form. [Conceptcarz]
I can say the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S is the fastest open-top production car ever built. The roadster is powered by a supercharged 5.5 liter V8 engine that produces 650 hp and a top speed of 220mph. Other features include a carbon fiber body, crystal antimony grey paint finish, and a soft top that can withstand sustained 200 mph+ top speeds. The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S is limited edition because only 150 units will be sold this month. [YourAutoStuff]
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that the company will recall a total of 102,954 SUVs because of a defect that could cause the loss of power steering. The company will also recall the M-Class SUVs that were built between 1998 and 2003. The defect could result in a loss of control and a crash without warning. [LeftLaneNews]
