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Mercedes-Benz IMSA S 63L 4M

Mercedes’ flagship limousine as given a more eccentric and aggressive appearance, along with tremendous power, making it even more elegant and sportier than before. The car’s front side now looks purer and IMSA’s aero package adds a dual front lip spoiler to the already AMG front. An automotive crbon fibre is integraded into all aerodynamic parts, making it seem extremely light, yet resistant material.Customers can get their vehicle with alloy wheels, which have genuine elegant look. In the S-class the come as 9.0J and 10.5J x 21-inch, 255/35R21 tyres at front side and 295/30R21 tyres at rear side. IMSA’s known finishing touched is the special aluminum coating.

Renewed ECU upgrades for the ignition, valve timing and boost pressures are introduced. All of these upgrades contribute to the 720 hp (536 kW) power and 1080 Nm (796 lb-ft) of torque output the car reaches.

IMSA is the best there is when it comes at combining technology and style.That customized luxurious limousine comes with a special interior design. Everyone’s taste and personality can be satisfied by IMSA, with limitless possibilities of colors and materials.

Additional features are the included carbon body parts: Front-lip for front bumper, upper lip for front lip along with Airintake front bumper left and Airintake front bumper right. New left and right sideskirts plus a rear-diffusor. An IMSA Exhaust tail-pipes placed on the left and right, covered in titanium-grey color. A nice aluminum Grill for Rear-diffusor is mounted as well.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

September 26, 2014

2015 Mercedes-Benz B-Class – Price £22,575

Mercedes-Benz UK is now offering the all-new 2015 B-Class. The pricing starts from £22,575 for the entry level model. The best-selling model from Mercedes-Benz has undergone a major facelift including exterior and interior upgrades as well as an attractive, redefined design and equipment improvements.

“As the first member of a completely new generation of compact class, for us the B-Class paved the way for great success in this vehicle segment. The pioneer is now in better shape than ever,” commented Ola Källenius, Member of the Divisional Board Mercedes-Benz Cars responsible for Marketing & Sales.

“The B-Class is the perfect (family) car for anyone who attaches importance to practicality, comfort and safety, but at the same time doesn’t want to miss out on sportiness or driving dynamics.”, he added.

The exterior boasts a new front bumper, wide radiator trim with two ventilation inserts and new DRL (daytime running lights) in the headlamps. The rear bumper is also modified and comes with n additional chrome trim strip. LED High Performance headlamps create a more striking look, both day and night (not available for the B-Class Electric Drive).

The interior comes with premium quality materials, a more exclusive, up-to-date feel and improved individualisation. Mercedes-Benz has enhanced a number of high-quality details in the B-Class such as the large, free-standing head unit display, which is now larger, with a diagonal of up to 8”. There is a choice of 12 colours for the ambient lighting, allowing different moods to be created. KEYLESS-GO is also a new optional feature.

The engine range includes four diesel and two petrol models – B180 CDI, B180 CDI, B200 CDI and B220CDI 4MATIC for the diesel side and B180, B200 for the petrol range.

Model	B 180 CDI*	B 180 CDI ECO	B 200 CDI/**	B 220 CDI/4MATIC*
Number of cylinders/arrangement	4 in-line	4 in-line	4 in-line	4 in-line
Displacement (cc)	1461	1461	2143	2143
Rated output (hp at rpm)	109 at 4000	109 at 4000	136 at 3200-4000 [3400-4400]	177 at 3600-3800
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)	260 at 1750-2500	260 at 1750-2500	300 at 1400-3000	350 at 1400-3400
Combined fuel consumption from (mpg)	68.9 (70.6)	78.5	65.6 (70.6) [56.5]	68.9 [56.5]
Combined CO₂ emissions from (g/km)	108 (104)	94	111 (104) [130]	107 [130]
Efficiency class	A (A+)	A+	A (A+) [B]	A+ [B]
Acceleration 0-62 mph (s)	11.6 (11.9)	11.6	9.9 (9.8) [9.8]	8.3[8.3]
Top speed (mph)	117 (117)	117	130 (130) [128]	139 [136]

*Figures for model with 7G-DCT in round brackets, ** standard with 7G-DCT dual clutch transmission,
***figures for 4MATIC version in square brackets

All petrol models at a glance:

Model	B 180	B 200**
Number of cylinders/arrangement	4 in-line	4 in-line
Displacement (cc)	1595	1595
Rated output (hp at rpm)	122 at 5000	156 at 5300
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)	200 at 1250-4000	250 at 1250-4000
Combined fuel consumption from (l/100 km)	50.44 (52.3)	50.44 (52.3)
Combined CO₂ emissions from (g/km)	129 (125)	130 (125)
Efficiency class	B (B)	B (B)
Acceleration 0-62 mph (s)	9.3 (9.2)	8.6 (8.4)
Top speed (mph)	124 (124)	136 (136)

All models with alternative drive systems at a glance:

Model	B-Class Electric Drive
Number of cylinders/arrangement	–
Displacement (cc)	–
Rated output (kW/hp at rpm)	132/180
Rated torque (Nm at rpm)	340
Fuel consumption, combined, from	16.6 kWh/100 km
Combined CO₂ emissions from (g/km)	0
Efficiency class	A+
Acceleration 0-62 mph (s)	7.9
Top speed mph	99

Source: Mercedes-Benz

September 12, 2014

Misha Designs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG [preview]

Misha Designs has unveiled their latest project based on the exciting Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. The sports car is coming only with style improvements giving it unique presence. The engine is the well-known naturally aspirated 6.2 liter AMG V8.

The tuning specialists have developed an aerodynamics package consisting of a modified front bumper, a new front hood as well as a pair of new side skirts. At the rear, we can see also a different bumper and a new diffuser. There are two types of rear spoilers – a discreet lip and a big wing. Other highlights include improved side vents, carbon fiber A-pillars and a revised front grille. Some of the components like front bumper lip, diffuser, wing blade and side skirts are also available in carbon fiber.

Misha Designs is going to offer the full package from the beginning of this month. All parts are also available separately.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is powered by a 6.2 liter naturally-aspirated V8 with extreme 571HP (420 kW) at 6,800RPM and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque at 4,750RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of impressive 317 km/h (197 mph). The curb weight of the vehicle is 1,695 kg (3,737 lbs).

Source: Misha Designs

September 1, 2014

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe at the 2014 Moscow Motor Show

Mercedes-Benz is currently exhibiting their most expensive model – the S65 AMG Coupe at the 2014 Moscow Motor Show. The car is designed to be the most luxurious coupe on the market and one of the fastest as well.

2014 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe is powered by an updated 6.0 liter V12 bi-turbo engine – 630HP (463 kW) and 1,000Nm (737 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.1 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The engine is connected to a 7G-Tronic 7-speed automatic transmission. The S65 AMG is able to return 23.7 mpg UK – 11.9 liters / 100 km with corresponding CO2 emissions of 279 g/km.

Some of the highlights include 20” multi-spoke lightweight alloy wheels fitted with 285/35 R20 tires. Behind them, there is a high-performance ceramic composite braking system which is 20 % lighter than the standard braking kit and comes with 420 mm discs and specially painted brake calipers.

“The S 65 AMG Coupe perfectly embodies all Mercedes-AMG brand values: performance, exclusivity, top luxury and individuality. This is the best vehicle meeting the most sophisticated demands of our customers.”, commented Ola Källenius, Chairman of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

The 2^nd-biggest Mercedes-Benz booth on an auto show after the International Motor Show in Frankfurt accommodates 33 models, including 10 AMG vehicles and different variants of the A-, B-, C-, CLA-, GLA-, GLK-, E-, CLS-, SLK- and S-Class, as well as the new V-Class.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

August 29, 2014

Loewenstein Mercedes-Benz E-LM63-700

Loewenstein Manufaktur has presented their tuning project for the previous Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG – the W212. The name of the project is E-LM63-700 and it comes with styling and performance updates.

E63 AMG W212 is powered by a 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 – 525HP (386 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.3 seconds and the top speed is 250 km/h (limited). Loewen has boosted the engine to the more proper 720HP (529 kW) and 1,050Nm (778 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a number of upgrades including an ECU re-map, special sports catalysts and a K&N CAI (cold air intake) system.

No words about acceleration, but eventually the saloon will do 0-100 km/h in under 4.0 seconds and will hit 322 km/h (200 mph) without limiter.

The wheel/tire combination includes 3-part RENNSPORT rims – 8.5J x 20” at the front and 10.5J x 20” at the rear fitted with Michelin Super Sport-tires 255/30 R20 and 295/25ZR20, respectively front/rear.

The ride height is lowered by 25 mm with a set of new sport springs.

Pricing is available upon request.

Source: Loewenstein

August 28, 2014

Schmidt Revolution Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205

Schmidt Revolution has slightly improved the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205. The tuning package include new wheels, sport suspension and some power boost from Carlsson.

The luxurious saloon rolls enormous 8.5J x 20” front wheels fitted with 235/30 R20 Dunlop performance tires and 10J x 20” at the rear wrapped in 275/25 R20. The rims are finished in SatinBlack and upon request can be ordered in silver. The price is available upon request.

The stance is improved thanks to KW Inox Line-Variant 3- coilover. It alloys adjusting the ride height on the front axle and rear axle between 35 and 70 millimetres. The damping is also adjustable in the rebound and compression stages independently of each other. The price is €1,949. There will be also KW DDC ECU coilover with electronic adjustment of damping.

The C-Class 220 Blue TEC is boosted to 204HP (150 kW) and 500Nm (370 lb-ft) of torque – an increase 34HP and 100Nm thanks to an ECU re-map provided by Carlsson.

The tuning package from Schmidt is a perfect example, how to create an impressive vehicle without flashy spoilers and LED all over the place. The tuned C-Class looks fantastic just with big wheels and improved stance.

Source: Schmidt

August 28, 2014

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL400 – US Price $84,925

Mercedes-Benz US is now offering the entry-level SL400, which is almost $22,000 less expensive than the SL550. Although the SL400 is not as powerful as its V8 sibling, it offers impressive dynamics and decent fuel economy.

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL400 is powered by a 3.0 liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine – 333HP (245 kW) and 479Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 7-speed automatic transmission sending the power to the rear wheels. 0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The fuel economy stands at 20 mpg US in city (11.8 l / 100 km) and 27 mpg US on the highway (8.7 l / 100 km).

The standard equipment includes heated leather seats, a panoramic glass foldable roof and walnut or black ash trim elements. There is also a Harman/Kardon premium audio system and GPS satellite navigation.

2015 Mercedes-Benz SL400 is priced from $84,925 (excluding destination tax). The SL550 starts at $106,900 and is powered by a 4.7 liter bi-turbo V8 – 429HP (315 kW) and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Fuel consumption: 17 mpg US in city and 24 mpg US on the highway.

Source: Mercedes-Benz US

August 28, 2014

Brabus Business Lounge Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

Brabus has unveiled their latest project based on the new Mercedes-Benz Sprinter with long wheelbase and high roof. The huge VAN has received an attractive exterior upgrade as well as an exclusive multimedia equipment

The exterior boasts a new front bumper with integrated LED DRLs and a set of 8.0J x 18” Monoblock wheels fitted with high-performance Continental tires of size 255/55 R18. Other highlights include two Brabus exhaust pipes with hallmark design for sportier appearance.

The interior is simply fantastic – fine leather passenger compartment with four business seats in a face-to-face arrangement and an additional third row of seats. The innovative communications concept of the vehicle integrates the passengers’ notebook or tablet computers into the media center of the vehicle independent of the technical platform.

In addition, all four seats offer welcome amenities such as lumbar support, massage function, heating, ventilation, and are power-adjustable with three-position memory function.

The third row of seats faces forward and consists of two individual seats with folding backrest. For times when more space for luggage or other items is needed, the seats can be removed.

The genuine-wood floor is designed as a veneer without tongue and groove. There is also a new air conditioning system designed by German OEM Eberspächer. It has a heating output of 10 kW and a cooling output of 13 kW.

There are 5” displays fitted at each seat in the cabin, eliminating the need for conventional switches in the passenger compartment. There is also an enormous 42” Full HD LCD screen integrated into the bulkhead behind the driver’s cab. For passengers seated in the two rear-facing seats there is a 10” display integrated into the center console between these two seats.

The sound is reproduced with superb brilliance by a Dolby surround sound system with an output of 1,200 watts and loudspeakers tailored specifically to the van’s interior.

Source: Brabus

August 27, 2014

Brabus 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205

Brabus has unveiled their latest tuning project based on the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class W205. The styling package is available for Avantgarde and Exclusive trim levels. There are also several performance packages.

The exterior features a complete aerodynamics package including modified front bumper with big air intakes, a lip spoiler on the trunk lid, modified rocker panels and optionally available integrated LED entry lights. The new rear diffuser houses Brabus quad sport exhaust system.

There are tire/wheel combinations in different dimensions: 18”,19” or 20”. The largest version of Monoblock F and R alloy wheels is 8.5J x 20” at the front and 9.5J x 20” at the rear fitted with high-performance tires – 225/35 ZR20 and 255/30 ZR20 Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

The stance is further improved by a lowering kit developed in cooperation with Bilstein.

The interior boasts fine leather upholstery as well as Alcantara elements. There is also an extensive line-up of custom accessories such as aluminum pedals and high-quality velour floor mats with Brabus logo.

There are performance upgrades for the C200 model as well as the C220 BlueTEC. The petrol model is boosted by Brabus PowerXtra B20.2 performance kit – 41HP (30 kW) and 30Nm (22 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in 7.0 seconds and a top speed of 242 km/h (150 mph). The diesel gets Brabus PowerXtra D3 performance kit – 50HP (36 kW) and a peak torque of 450Nm (332 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds and a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph).

Performance tuning for all other C-Class models is backed by Brabus Tuning Warranty of 3 years or up to 100,000 km.

Source: Brabus

August 18, 2014

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pullman [leak images]

Telegraaf has published several leak images of the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pullman. The super-luxurious limousine will be the top-of-range model and will obviously substitute the famous Maybach models. The model dates from February 2013, when the German manufacturer has registered the drawings in the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

The Pullman model is practically a stretched S-Class with an overall length of whopping 6.4 meters (252“), which is longer than the large Maybach 62 (6.2 meters). The new Mercedes-Benz limousine will have a 2+2+2 seating arrangement with the four rear seats facing each other. They will be separated from the front ones by a privacy glass.

Of course, an armored version is also planned. It will carry presidents and prime-ministers as well as wealthy businessmen. The armored Pullman will be at least 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs). As you may suggest, the upcoming armored Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pullman will have a price tag of $1,270,000.

The all-new S-Class Pullman will be introduced sometime in 2015. Mercedes-Benz is also planning an extra-long wheelbase in the face of S-Class Maybach, but this is not official. Other interesting model which can face production is an S-Class Cabriolet based on the recently unveiled S-Class Coupe.

Stay tuned for more!

August 1, 2014

McChip-DKR mc8xx Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

McChip-DKR has unveiled their latest tuning project based on Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG. The name of the project is mc8xx and it includes styling and performance upgrades as well.

The 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 originally develops 457HP ((336 kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft). It is mated to a 7-speed SpeedShift MCT transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, which is a bit faster than BMW M3 and the fuel consumption is 12.0 L/100 km. After a complete supercharger system, the engine produces whopping 830HP (610 kW) and over 900Nm (667 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a big oil cooler, XXL water cooler and a bigger water pump for the charge air system.

The exterior boasts a complete wide body kit of the corresponding special model of Black Series. It includes aggressive front and rear bumpers, a new front hood, a pair of side skirts and several wings. All parts are manufactured from carbon fiber including flaps, side mirrors, front splitters and the rear diffusor. Other highlights include front and rear lamps from the W204-Facelift model.

The sports car is fitted with OZ-Racing Superleggera rims – 10J x 19“ at the front and 11J x 19“ at the rear fitted with adequate performance tires. A KW Clubsport chassis is also present as well as high performance brake discs and stopping pads. Last, but not least is an LSD (limited slip differential) by Drexler.

The mc8xx package comes with MOT-certificate and is now available to order.

Source: McChip-DKR

July 31, 2014

2014 Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe – UK Price £183,065

Mercedes-Benz UK is now offering the all-new 2014 S-Class Coupe in the United Kingdom. The luxurious coupe is priced from £96,565 OTR for the entry-level S500 model and goes up to whopping £183,065 for the impressive S65 AMG. The S 500 Coupe AMG Line will join the model range in the beginning of the next year with a price tag of £96,565 OTR.

The standard equipment is abundant – Active Parking Assist with a reversing camera, an expansive panoramic roof, an ultra-sharp TFT 12.3” display, the clever Magic Vision Control system, COMAND Online and a choice of nine metallic paint options.

The Premium Package ads 20” alloy wheels, illuminated door sills, the Seat Comfort Pack, Keyless-Go Package, Burmester sound system, Climatised Seats to keep you cool or warm, depending on the weather, a 360 camera and Air Balance – a system through which air is passed to remove pollutants and fragrances with a choice of perfumes.

The AMG Exterior Carbon-fibre Package adds carbon-fibre elements to the outside of the car while the AMG Night Package offers the AMG sports exhaust system with two black chrome finished twin tailpipes, and high-gloss black highlights.

Further options include a Panoramic roof with Magic Sky Control, refrigerated compartment in the rear, and brake calipers in red.

The equipment offered on the new S-Class Coupe combines to make it one of the most refined and comfortable cars on the road today. This is simply the quietest series-production car of all in terms of wind noise with excellent aero-acoustic performance due to improved insulation and aerodynamic body.

Mercedes-Benz S65 AMG Coupe – UK Prices:

Model	Power (hp)	Torque (Nm)	CO₂ (g/km) from:	Price (OTR)
S 500 4663 cc, 8-cylinder	455	700	219	£96,565
S 63 AMG 5461 cc, 8-cylinder	585	900	237	£124,715
S 65 AMG 5980 cc, 12-cylinder	630	1000	279	£183,065

Source: Mercedes-Benz

July 30, 2014

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