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2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe

2015 S63AMG Coupe

S63AMG Coupe

The new 2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe has been revealed today and will go on sale this fall, after its debut at the 2014 New York Auto Show.

Replacing the CL63 AMG, the new 2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe comes with a 5.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that is tuned to produce 577 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque (a 40hp increase over the CL63) an it pushes the car to 60 mph in just 3.9 seconds. This engine is paired with a 7-speed AMG Speedshift automatic transmission with Sport, Manual and Controlled Efficiency modes. The new S63 AMG Coupe has also a performance-oriented AMG 4Matic all-wheel drive (33/67% split) that will come standard in the U.S. market.

Like all AMG V8 and V12 engines, the engine for the S63 AMG Coupe is assembled by hand at the AMG engine shop in Affalterbach, according to the strictest quality standards based on the “one man, one engine” philosophy. The 2015 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG Coupe features also the full air-suspension system Airmatic, with the adaptive damping system ADS Plus. Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH says about the new S63 AMG:

The new S63 AMG Coupe is another exciting AMG dream car in the luxury segment. Now the S-Class Coupe also comes with performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive – as we rigorously pursue our all-wheel-drive initiative. Mercedes-AMG is putting the pedal to the metal again in the new year. Our model initiative is set to continue at blistering pace in 2014.

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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA

Mercedes-Benz CLA

Mercedes-Benz CLA

The 2014 CLA is the smallest car of Mercedes-Benz in America and it is one of the most affordable model of the German manufacturer on this market. The CLA is a four-door sedan, but it is classified as a four-door coupe, due to its design. The CLA is the first and only front-wheel-drive model offered by the Mercedes on the U.S. market. The 2014 Mercedes-Benz is classified as an entry-level luxury model (starting at 29,900 $ MSRP) and offers luxury-car quality for a relatively low price, premium materials and also elegance and prestige.

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA is an all-new model that is available in CLA250 and CL45 AMG trim levels. An all-wheel drive CLA250 4Matic model is expected to appear later. The closest competitors of the 2014 CLA are Audi A3, BMW 1Series, Cadillac ATS and Buick Verano.

The new 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, eight-way power front seats, cruise control, automatic wipers, driver memory settings, premium vinyl upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity, a 5.8″ display and Mbrace2 telematics and smartphone integration. The CLA45 AMG adds tuned suspension, 18-inch alloy wheels and 4Matic all-wheel drive as standard.

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2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class photo

2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a two-seat convertible with retractable hardtop that offers a high dose of luxury, as well as great performance and comfort. The SL is now at its sixth generation and it is more powerful and more agile than ever. The Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is all new for 2013 and competes on the market with Porsche 911, Jaguar XK, Bentley Continental, BMW Z4 and Audi R8 Spyder.

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (S for Sport and L for Lightweight) is an elegant sports car that is available in SL550, SL63 AMG and SL65 AMG trims. The 2013 SL550 comes standard with 18-inch wheels, LED running lights, a driver-selectable adaptive suspension, active bi-xenon headlights, dual-zone automatic climate control, sun-reflective leather upholstery, automatic high-beams, 12-way power seats, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel with shift paddles, auto-dimming mirrors, a power trunk lid, Bluetooth connectivity, a navigation system and a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with a six-CD/DVD changer and an iPod/USB interface. The available options for SL550 include 19-inch wheels, upgraded brakes, a sport steering wheel, keyless entry, keyless ignition, ventilated seats and a glass roof panel with adjustable transparency.

The high-performance 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG features a more powerful engine, 19-inch wheels specially designed and various AMG-tuned components (suspension, brakes, exhaust, new radiator grille, side sill panels, rear AMG spoiler). The 2013 SL65 AMG is almost similar to SL63AMG but has a more powerful engine and some exterior and interior updates.

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