query: what does amg mean on a mercedes benz

pos: Mercedes-AMG their regular Mercedes-Benz counterparts. AMG models are typically the most expensive and highest-performing variant of each Mercedes-Benz class. AMG variants are usually badged with two numerals, as opposed to regular Mercedes-Benz vehicles, which have three (e.g., "C 63" as opposed to "C 300"). AMG was founded as a racing engine forge in 1967 under the name "AMG Motorenbau und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH" ("AMG Engine Production and Development, Ltd."), by former Mercedes-Benz engineers Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher in Burgstall an der Murr, near Stuttgart. The letters "AMG" stand for Aufrecht, Melcher and Großaspach (Aufrecht's birth town). In 1976 most of

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (C197 / R197) is a front mid-engine, 2-seater, limited production sports car developed by the Mercedes-AMG division of German automotive manufacturer, with the assistance of David Coulthard. Mercedes-Benz. The car was the first Mercedes-Benz automobile designed in-house by AMG. The car, which has gull-wing doors, was the successor to the Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren and was described by Mercedes-Benz as a spiritual successor to the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing. SLS stands for "Super Leicht Sport" (Super Light Sport). It was the first Mercedes-Benz designed and built from scratch entirely by AMG. Upon its introduction the

neg: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W204) Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W204) The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM is a Touring car (DTM) constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the facelift version to the Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM and based as Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 second generation car. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM was unveiled at 2007 Geneva Motor Show. Like all racing cars of the DTM is based on the C-Class W203 DTM only look at the eponymous series cars. Constructed is the prototype of a CFK - monocoque chassis with an integrated 15.4-imperial gallons fuel tank. Since refuelling at this time was

neg: Mercedes-AMG E-class), Mercedes-Benz W124 (1984-1997 E-class), Mercedes-Benz W126 (1979-1992 S-class), Mercedes-Benz R129 (1989-2001 SL roadster), and Mercedes-Benz W201 (1982-1993 C-class) models. During the early 1980s and up until 1990, AMG offered a variety of engine performance packages, alloy wheels and styling products as an entirely independent company from Daimler-Benz. In 1990, AMG signed a co-operation agreement with Daimler-Benz, and AMG options and cars were then offered in Mercedes-Benz showrooms; in 1999 Daimler AG, then known as DaimlerChrysler AG, bought the controlling share of AMG and made them part of the official Mercedes-Benz line-up. Typical AMG performance enhancements, which the buyer could

neg: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W203) Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W203) The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM is a Touring car (DTM) constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the successor to the Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM who permanently retired after 2003 season and based as Mercedes-Benz C-Class W203 first generation car. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM makes first roll-out on February 3, 2004 in the Circuit de Catalunya. Like all racing cars of the DTM is based on the C-Class W203 DTM only look at the eponymous series cars. Constructed is the prototype of a CFK - monocoque chassis with an integrated 15.4-imperial gallons

neg: Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic transmission also automatically downshift before overtaking. It was first used in 2001 Mercedes-Benz C 32 AMG and 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 32 AMG. A version with mechanical lock-up of the torque converter from first gear and steering-wheel-mounted shifter. AMG Speedshift is also used in 7G-Tronic transmission. It was first used in 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 55 AMG, S 55 AMG, C55, CL 55 AMG. A version used in Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. It includes three manual modes. (all models except 2004-2005 E500) (6-cyl models only) Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic transmission The Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic (also called 722.6) is an electronically shifted 5-speed overdrive automatic transmission with torque

neg: Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM The Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM is a race car designed by Mercedes-Benz for the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters championship. Mercedes-Benz chose the IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt to present the new 2012 DTM AMG Mercedes C-Coupé. It is the successor to the AMG-Mercedes C-Klasse race car which was permanently retired after the 2011 season. Since 2015 the car has been renamed Mercedes-AMG C63 DTM. The C-Coupé DTM was initially based on the C204 Mercedes-Benz C-Coupé; for the 2016 season it was updated to reflect the new C205 Mercedes-Benz C-Coupé body style. HWA AG began development, design and construction

neg: Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-AMG GmbH, commonly known as AMG, is the high performance brand used by Mercedes-Benz. AMG independently hires engineers and contracts with manufacturers to customize Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles. Mercedes-AMG is headquartered in Affalterbach, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. AMG was originally an independent engineering firm specializing in performance improvements for Mercedes-Benz vehicles; DaimlerChrysler AG took a controlling interest in 1999, then became sole owner of AMG in 2005. Mercedes-AMG GmbH is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler AG. AMG models typically have more aggressive looks, a higher level of performance, better handling, better stability and more extensive use of carbon fibre than

neg: Mercedes-Benz M156 engine Mercedes-Benz M156 engine The M156 is the first automobile V8 engine designed autonomously by Mercedes-Benz subsidiary Mercedes-AMG, as previous AMG engines have always been based on original Mercedes engines. The engine was designed to be a naturally aspirated racing unit, and is also used in a number of high-performance AMG-badged Mercedes-Benz models. The M156 displaces and shares very little with other Mercedes-Benz engine families like the M155. The bore spacing, block design, and other features are unique to the AMG engine. Although this engine displaces 6.2 litres, it is marketed as the "6.3" to commemorate Mercedes' famed 6.3 L M100

neg: Mercedes-Benz 500 E cards. Another giveaway is the AMG engine stamps saying "M 119 E 60" together with "AMG" written along the airboxes instead of "Mercedes-Benz". M119 6.0L V-8 Engine producing 381BHP EVO-II 17" alloy wheels Some with Sportline two-tone interior Birds-eye maple dark trim AMG Suspension AMG Exhaust E 60 AMG lettering and AMG engine stamps 957 "AMG Technology Package" in VIN Number Mercedes-Benz 500 E From 1990 to 1995, Mercedes-Benz sold a high-performance version of the W124, the Mercedes-Benz 500 E (W124.036). The 500 E was created in close cooperation with Porsche. With its engineering department being fully occupied with the

neg: Mercedes-AMG and AMG was renamed to Mercedes-AMG GmbH. Racing engine development was divested and continues to exist in Burgstall under the name HWA (Aufrecht's initials). On 1 January 2005 Aufrecht sold his remaining shares to DaimlerChrysler, and since then Mercedes-AMG GmbH has been a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler AG. AMG started off by designing and testing racing engines. It expanded its business into building "custom" road cars based upon standard Mercedes cars. AMG initially produced a range of unofficial upgrade and accessories packages mainly for the Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 (1971-1989 SL roadster), Mercedes-Benz W116 (1972-1980 S-class), Mercedes-Benz W123 (1976-1985

neg: Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG Mercedes-AMG G65 is a V12 engined (with twin turbochargers) version of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The vehicle weighs 6250-pounds (2835 kg) (US model as estimated by an automotive magazine publication) and has 603 hp going into a seven-speed transmission as of 2016. In the United States it cost $224,000 USD in the year 2016, another source says it cost $218,000 USD. It was noted as being cheaper than a previous limited production run of Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 (old-style name) from 2013. (note in this period of the 2010s, transition AMG vehicles from Mercedes-Benz to Mercedes-AMG branding. The

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG As he put it, "There won't be an immediate successor to the SLS AMG. The SLS gave the AMG brand a special brand icon with its iconic Gullwing doors and we like to treat it as something special for both the company and the SLS owners." The SLS AMG was followed in 2014 by the substantially less expensive, and less powerful, Mercedes-AMG GT. Designed to compete against the Porsche 911, it relies on forced induction for its power and is available as a GT and GT S. AMG/Mercedes does not plan to replace the SLS any time soon, with AMG

neg: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W204) the duty still in the race, a 26.4-imperial gallons tank was not built as from 2012. The C-Class W204 DTM is powered by a Mercedes-Benz naturally-aspirated V8 engine, power output approximately and maximum torque approximately more than . The rear-wheel drive C-Class DTM also has a sequential 6-speed sports transmission, a 3-plate carbon fiber clutch supplied by Sandtler (2007-2010) then ZF (2011) and an adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W204) The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W204 DTM is a Touring car (DTM) constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the facelift version to the Mercedes-Benz AMG

neg: Mercedes-Benz in motorsport Mercedes-Benz announced that a GT3 version of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG would be made available for private racing teams. Beginning that year, the SLS AMG GT3 has taken numerous endurance racing wins at the 24 Hours of Dubai, 24 Hours of Nürburgring and 24 Hours of Spa and has won many other races in national and global GT3 championships. In 2015, the new Mercedes-AMG GT3 was launched to replace the SLS AMG GT3. It was intended that Mercedes-Benz would enter rallying with the Mercedes-Benz W201 in the early 1980s. Yet, as all wheel drive and turbochargers were introduced by the

neg: Mercedes-AMG AMG moved to Affalterbach, with the racing-engine development remaining at the old location in Burgstall. At this time Erhard Melcher ceased to be a partner, but continued to be an employee at the Burgstall location. In 1993, with AMG having become a high-profile purveyor of modified Mercedes-Benz cars, Daimler-Benz AG and AMG signed a contract of cooperation, allowing AMG to leverage Daimler-Benz's extensive dealer network and leading to commonly developed vehicles (the first one being the Mercedes-Benz C36 AMG, in 1993). On 1 January 1999 DaimlerChrysler, as it was called between 1998 and 2007, acquired 51 percent of AMG shares,

neg: Mercedes-Benz 300 SL still maintaining expected Mercedes luxury, peaking at in the Coupé Black Series introduced in 2013. SLS AMG production was brought to a close at the end of 2014. The SLS AMG has now been replaced by a substantially less costly tourer called the AMG GT with traditional doors and a much smaller twin-turbo V8 engine, designed to compete against the Porsche 911 and Audi R8. Mercedes-Benz also operates the Mercedes-Benz Classic Center that focuses on classic Mercedes-Benz restorations and is recognized as the central authority on 300 SL parts, service, restoration and vehicle trading as they have unique access to

neg: Mercedes-Benz many technological and safety innovations that later became common in other vehicles. Mercedes-Benz is one of the best-known and established automotive brands in the world. For information relating to the famous three-pointed star, see under the title Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft, including the merger into Daimler-Benz. As part of the Daimler AG company, the Mercedes-Benz Cars division includes Mercedes-Benz and Smart car production. Mercedes-AMG became a majority owned division of Mercedes-Benz in 1999. The company was integrated into DaimlerChrysler in 1999, and became Mercedes-Benz AMG beginning on 1 January 1999. Daimler's ultra-luxury brand Maybach was under Mercedes-Benz cars division until 2013, when the

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215) Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215) The second generation of the Mercedes-Benz CL-Class is the C215-chassis coupé of 2000–2006. It is based on the 1999–2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220), though it rides on an shorter wheelbase. Sales in Germany started in August 1999 for the CL 500 V8. The C215 exterior design and active suspension was previewed by the Mercedes-Benz F200 concept in 1996. The CL is offered as seven models: the V8-powered CL 500, the V8 powered naturally aspirated CL 55 AMG, the supercharged V8-powered CL 55 AMG, the V12-powered CL 600, a limited-edition V12-powered CL 63 AMG, and the bi-turbo V12-powering the

neg: Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG US Version was previewed at the New York Auto Show in the spring of 2015 as a Mercedes-AMG model. The basic model was introduced in Europe in 2012 and in 2015 was introduced in the United States as a Mercedes-AMG brand model. Prior to its US launch, Daimler experienced sales of over 3000 G-class vehicles of which about half were the AMG specification version. The car tuner Brabus also made a version of the G65. Mercedes-AMG is a brand of Daimler AG (Mercedes-Benz, Unimog, AMG, and Smart) Sometimes it called the Mercedes-Benz G65 AMG The 2018 model for the USA

neg: Mercedes-Benz electric van powered by a hybrid hydrogen fuel-cell system. The super-sleek van is touted as "a chill-out zone in the midst of megacity traffic mayhem." Several companies have become car tuners (or modifiers) of Mercedes Benz, in order to increase performance and/or luxury to a given model. AMG is Mercedes-Benz's in-house performance-tuning division, specialising in high-performance versions of most Mercedes-Benz cars. AMG engines are all hand-built, and each completed engine receives a tag with the signature of the engineer who built it. AMG has been wholly owned by Mercedes-Benz since 1999. The 2009 SLS AMG, a revival of the 300SL

neg: Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6 is an SUT manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. An SUT derivative of the six wheel drive Mercedes Geländewagen developed for the Australian Army from 2007, at the time it was the company's largest and second most expensive street-legal offroad vehicle. It was manufactured from 2013 to 2015 by Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria. It combines the engine from the G63, a twin-turbo V-8, with 6x6 portal axles, a pick-up version of the G-Class body, and a luxury interior. It was produced from 2013 to 2015, with production exceeding 100 vehicles. The G63 AMG 6×6

neg: Isdera Imperator 108i the original Mercedes-Benz show car with the most noticeable changes being the replacement of the pop-up headlights with two fixed units and more conventional tail lights sourced from Mercedes-Benz. The original Imperator 108i featured a Mercedes-Benz M117 V8 engine which gave the vehicle a top speed of and a acceleration time of 5.0 seconds. As Mercedes-Benz developed more powerful V8 engines, they were used in the Imperator 108i. Later engines included a Mercedes-Benz M117 V8, a AMG V8 and a AMG V8 which saw an eventual increase of power from to , with both AMG engines featuring advanced 32-valve cylinder

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG of Spa, taking the first Mercedes win in the race since 1964. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG shoes were produced with Italian clothier Santoni. As part of SLS AMG Coupé market launch, a print ad (started in February 2010) featured a red Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG striking a powerful pose on grey asphalt against a black backdrop. The visual motif is supported by a brief, meaningful message, such as "Oh Lord …" or "A cockpit. An engine. Two wings. Is it still a car?", for example. The print ad appeared in daily newspapers and magazines. A TV advert with Michael Schumacher telling the

neg: Renntech Renntech Renntech is a Florida company established in 1989 by Hartmut Feyhl. It is best known for performance modifications of Mercedes-AMG automobiles. Feyhl had spent 12 years at AMG well before the tuning company became part of Mercedes-Benz in 1999, serving as that company's North American technical director and acting as a driving force behind the "AMG Hammer"—an iconic early 1990s automobile which was, for a time, the fastest production sedan on earth, with a top speed approaching 300 km/h. Over the years, Feyhl and company have developed high-performance products for virtually all Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles (including the commercial Mercedes-Benz

neg: Mercedes-Benz W201 alloy wheels and a leather interior. The 190 E 3.2 AMG was the first model sold through Mercedes-Benz dealerships with Mercedes-Benz new car warranty. About 200 complete cars were made, in black or silver: they were very expensive (about DM 155,780). Besides 200 complete 190 E 3.2 AMG's, Mercedes-Benz sold AMG body kits and 3.2 L AMG engines separately, so there are 190's fitted with those features at the factory or retrofitted The 190 E 3.2 AMG straight-six 12-valve engines generated a maximum power output of , and enable the car to attain a top speed of . The 190

neg: Mercedes-Benz R-Class drive option available, which was standard on most AMG models. The notion of a high-performance AMG version of the R-Class was not well-received, given the heavy weight of the vehicle, and as Mercedes-AMG in general was accused of stuffing huge engines into chassis with poor handling dynamics. Due to low sales, as the majority chose diesel-powered vehicles, the R63 was taken out of production after the 2007 model year along with several changes in the R-Class lineup. Mercedes-Benz R-Class The Mercedes-Benz R-Class is a luxury SUV/MPV introduced by Mercedes-Benz for the 2006 model year. It is the first multi-purpose vehicle

neg: Mercedes-AMG handling, cultured comfort, and practicality". While founders Hans Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher had emphasized proper racing cars, Mercedes-AMG had diverged considerably from this philosophy in recent years, with their offerings being well known for straight-line acceleration but poor handling dynamics. However, current Mercedes-AMG chairman Volker Mornhinweg has urged the division to return to its roots of building sports cars. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, AMG entered the big Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3 V8 saloon, affectionately named the "Red Sow", in the 1971 Spa 24 Hours, and the European Touring Car Championship. AMG and Mercedes worked together on Mercedes-Benz

neg: Mercedes-Benz W140 the even more powerful S 73 AMG that produced more than . However, these cars are all extremely rare as only 112 were made, all special orders, and all in black. It should be noted that the S 70 AMG had a slightly smaller engine than the Pagani Zonda and the SL 73 AMG. However, there were still some S 73 AMGs (all with C140 face) made with the Pagani Zonda engine. Mercedes-Benz W140 The Mercedes-Benz W140 is a series of flagship vehicles that were manufactured by the German automotive company Mercedes-Benz from 1991 to 1998. On November 16, 1990,

neg: Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class the GLC300, GLC43 AMG and GLC63 AMG are available. Daimler is operating a test fleet of fuel cell powered GLC models, dubbed "GLC F-CELL", which will enter production in 2018. Standard features in the US include dual-zone automatic air conditioning; cruise control; Bluetooth System; 8-way power driver and passenger bucket seats; front, front side, side-curtain, and knee airbags; adaptive headlights and adaptive suspension. GLC 43 AMG GLC 63 AMG Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (X253/C253) is a compact luxury SUV introduced in 2015 for the 2016 model year that replaces the former Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class. Under the vehicle naming scheme maintained

neg: Mercedes-Benz World team at Mercedes-Benz World, Mauro Calo, broke the world drift record in the presence of adjudicators from Guinness World Records with a confirmed distance of 2308 metres in an unmodifed Mercedes C63 AMG. Since 2015, AMG Driving Academy, the German high performance division of Mercedes-Benz, BASIC Training has been offered on the tracks at Mercedes-Benz World - the only place in the world to offer this course flexibly on any day of the year and with one to one coaching as standard. Mercedes-Benz World was the first track in the UK to provide the MSA (Motor Sports Association) newly developed

neg: Mercedes-Benz M176/M177/M178 engine Mercedes-Benz M176/M177/M178 engine The M176/M177/M178 is a gasoline V8 engine line-up designed by Mercedes-AMG. They are replacing the outgoing Mercedes-Benz M278 engine and Mercedes-Benz M156 engine line-up. The V8 engine is the further development of the Mercedes-AMG M133 engine, two blocks sharing a single crankshaft. However, the V8s are twin-turbocharged, with the BorgWarner turbochargers positioned between the two cylinder heads in a "hot-V" configuration. The injectors are Bosch's new piezo-electric direct fuel injectors, and they deliver five squirts of fuel per combustion cycle. Within the family, the M178 and M177 variations are used in Mercedes-AMG vehicles and assembled in the

neg: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) the film. A behind the scene video titled Making of C 63 AMG Coupe Fotoshooting was released by Mercedes AMG, featuring C63 AMG Coupe and a Ducati 848 in matching white. AMG "Black Series" 50' Marauder Cigarette Boat, a powerboat inspired by C 63 AMG Coupé Black Series and built by Cigarette Racing, was unveiled in 2012 Miami Boat Show. C-Class vehicle was rated Top Safety Pick 2009 by Institute for Highway Safety. C-Class Coupé earned five stars for occupant protection. The optional PRE-SAFE and PRE-SAFE Brake safety system received Euro NCAP Advanced prize. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) The Mercedes-Benz C-Class

neg: Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W203) fuel tank. Since refuelling at this time was the duty still in the race, a 26.4-imperial gallons tank was not built as from 2012. The C-Class W203 DTM is powered by a Mercedes-Benz naturally-aspirated V8 engine, power output approximately and maximum torque approximately more than . The rear-wheel drive C-Class DTM also has a sequential 6-speed sports transmission, a 3-plate carbon fiber clutch supplied by Sandtler (2004-2006) and an adjustable multi-disc limited-slip differential. Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class DTM (W203) The Mercedes-Benz AMG C-Class W203 DTM is a Touring car (DTM) constructed by the German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz. It was the successor

neg: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) car is the fact that it is a wagon that has a hatchback trunk opening. The AMG E63 wagon is equipped with 64 cubic feet of cargo volume compared to the AMG E63 sedan's 57.4 cubic feet. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) The Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213 and S213) series represent the fifth-generation of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range of executive cars, including sedan (W213) and station wagon (S213) configurations. Sold from 2016 (as a 2017 model), it is the successor to the W212/S212 E-Class models. Unlike the previous generation, this generation coupe/convertible share the same platform as the sedan/wagon. A high-performance Mercedes-AMG E63

neg: Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209) Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C209) The C209/A209 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class is the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class range of mid-size / compact executive coupes produced between 2002 and 2010. The body styles of the range are: In 2003, the CLK55 AMG was used as a F1 safety car. The CLK63 AMG was also used as a F1 safety car for the 2006 and 2007 seasons. It was replaced by the Mercedes-Benz C207/A207 E-Class in 2010. The C209/A209 CLK is based on the Mercedes W203 C-Class platform, and uses rack-and-pinion steering, instead of the recirculating ball design from the previous generation. It also

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gullwing model," with these cars made more special by virtue of their also being "the first vehicle to be completely built by Mercedes-AMG." It was developed with the assistance of David Coulthard. In his review for "Top Gear," Jeremy Clarkson referred to the SLS AMG as "the greatest car in the world," noting that "it's more powerful than a Ferrari 458, louder than a Lamborghini, and it's way more fun than the 911RS GT Turbo 3S or whatever this week's ultimate Beetle (i.e., Porsche) is called. This is the thinking man's supercar." Press kit: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG The Mercedes-Benz SLS

neg: Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains was taken from the surnames of the founders. It originally started building engines for IndyCars with the money of IndyCar team owner and chassis manufacturer Roger Penske. Daimler-Benz acquired General Motors' 25% share of Ilmor in 1993. In 2002, Daimler AG increased its share to 55% and renamed the company Mercedes-Ilmor. In 2005, Daimler became the sole owner of Ilmor and renamed the company first to Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines, then to Mercedes-Benz HighPerformanceEngines. In December 2011, the company was renamed to Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains along with the renaming of Mercedes GP to incorporate the Mercedes-AMG brand. At

neg: Mercedes-Benz M104 engine SL-Class, Ssangyong Musso, Ssangyong Kyron and Ssangyong Rexton, Roewe W5 There were 3.4 L conversions done to the 3.0 L M104.980 by AMG, prior to their formal cooperation with Daimler Benz. AMG developed a 3.4 L M104 that was used principally in the 300E AMG 3.4, AMG 3.4 CE and 300TE-3.4 AMG (Mercedes-Benz W124) vehicles, produced between 1988-1993. Few of this engine was originally on SL 3.4 AMG. Bore is 91.5 mm and stroke is 84.0 mm. Output is 272 hp (200 kW) at 6500 rpm and 330 N·m (243 ft·lbf) at 4500 rpm. The engine oil capacity is 7.5

neg: Mercedes-Benz M176/M177/M178 engine suction pump ( /min), a pressure pump and a external oil tank Oil cooling External engine oil cooler in the front Charged air cooling Indirect air/water intercooling, cooling charged air to above outside temperature under full load Engine weight (dry) Emissions standard Euro 6 NEDC combined consumption Under / List of Mercedes-Benz engines Mercedes-Benz M176/M177/M178 engine The M176/M177/M178 is a gasoline V8 engine line-up designed by Mercedes-AMG. They are replacing the outgoing Mercedes-Benz M278 engine and Mercedes-Benz M156 engine line-up. The V8 engine is the further development of the Mercedes-AMG M133 engine, two blocks sharing a single crankshaft. However, the

neg: Hans Werner Aufrecht DTM. Hans Werner Aufrecht Hans Werner Aufrecht (born 28 December 1936 in Großaspach, Germany) was in 1967 along with Erhard Melcher one of the founders of AMG Engine Production and Development, a current subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz. When the company and the name "AMG" was acquired by Mercedes-Benz in the late 1990s, he used his initials for the name of Mercedes' official racing team, HWA Team. In 1999, the first car raced under that team name was the ill-fated Mercedes-Benz CLR. Since in 2000 the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters was started, the HWA team is in charge of Mercedes-AMG official factory entry

neg: Hans Werner Aufrecht Hans Werner Aufrecht Hans Werner Aufrecht (born 28 December 1936 in Großaspach, Germany) was in 1967 along with Erhard Melcher one of the founders of AMG Engine Production and Development, a current subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz. When the company and the name "AMG" was acquired by Mercedes-Benz in the late 1990s, he used his initials for the name of Mercedes' official racing team, HWA Team. In 1999, the first car raced under that team name was the ill-fated Mercedes-Benz CLR. Since in 2000 the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters was started, the HWA team is in charge of Mercedes-AMG official factory entry in

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215) for sale; all were sold exclusively through AMG. In 2000 Mercedes-Benz presented CL55 AMG F1 Limited Edition model. With production limited to only 55 numbered examples, cars sported lighter carbon-ceramic brake discs with special eight-piston Brembo calipers. Model was based on standard naturally aspirated CL55 AMG with identical performance values but better stopping power. Available only in metallic silver with black and silver leather interior with option of sports bucket seats. F1 Limited Edition logos can be found on illuminated door sills and on centre console, along with series number, finished in carbon-fibre. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C215) The second generation of

neg: Mercedes-Benz G-Class for the front doors, and an AMG performance steering wheel. Shortly after the G63 AMG 6x6 sold out, Mercedes-Benz revealed a G500 4×4² bearing strong resemblance to the G63 AMG 6x6. It's one axle shorter than the G63 AMG 6x6 but uses a newly developed variable chassis, albeit with the body of the series production G-Class. The G500 4×4² is powered by the new 4.0 liter V8 biturbo engine which debuted in the Mercedes-AMG GT and later in the 2015 C63 AMG. It produces 422 hp and 610 Nm of torque which altogether is capable of achieving a 210 km/h

neg: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W202) by a 4.3 L V8, which could now achieve at 5850 rpm, with a torque of at 3250 rpm. Unlike the C36, which was in fact a "ready-to-sell" C280 disassembled for tuning at the AMG factory, the C43 was the first AMG car to be completely assembled at the Mercedes factory after the acquisition of AMG by Daimler-Benz in 1998. The C43 AMG can achieve a 0–100 km/h (0–60 mph) time in 5.7 seconds for the saloon version and 5.9 seconds for the estate. The C43 was the first C-Class to be equipped with a Mercedes-Benz V8 engine. Two versions

neg: Mercedes-Benz M133 engine Mercedes-Benz M133 engine The M133 is a turbocharged inline-four engine produced by Mercedes-Benz. Since its debut in 2013, it has been awarded International Engine of the Year three times in the "Best New Engine" and "1.8-litre to 2-litre" categories. The M133 is based on the M270 engine but has been extensively revised by AMG. It features a twin-scroll turbocharger, BlueDIRECT direct injection, iron-carbon alloy on the cylinder walls to reduce friction, and zircon in the cylinder heads to increase thermal conductivity. The cooling system is also based on the one found in the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. The M133 was updated

neg: Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains Prix, Mercedes-powered cars have won 74 out of 100 races during this period. Bold indicates current engine deal. Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains (previously known as Ilmor Engineering and Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines) is a British Formula One engine manufacturer, owned by Mercedes-Benz. The company has supplied Sauber during the season, McLaren from to , Force India since , Brawn in , the Mercedes factory team since , Williams since , Lotus in and Manor Racing in . Their engines have won seven Formula One Constructors' Championships and nine Drivers' Championships. Ilmor was founded by

neg: Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230) claimed that the SL55 AMG could reach 208 mph if it was derestricted. The SL65 AMG version offers from its twin-turbocharged 6.0 litre, 5,980 cc V12 engine at 5500 rpm. It retailed for $179,720 as of 2005. Mercedes-Benz listed a 0-60 mph time of 4.2 seconds on their official website, though several road tests show that it actually takes under 4 seconds to reach . Car and Driver achieved from a standstill in 3.6 seconds, in 7.5 seconds and recorded a Quarter Mile-time of 11.6 seconds at . Press kit: Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R230) The R230 generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

neg: Mercedes-Benz India CKD plants of Mercedes-Benz globally. Mercedes-Benz India has built brand awareness through a series of consumer-centric engagement events in India. These include MercedesTrophy and Drive Events like AMG Driving Academy and Luxe Drive. The MercedesTrophy is an international three-tier structured amateur golf series where amateur golfers compete to qualify for the MercedesTrophy World Final in Stuttgart (Germany). In 2014, the 15th edition of MercedesTrophy India, witnessed participation from over 2,500 golfing aficionados in 13 cities. Motoring enthusiasts get an opportunity to drive the high-performance AMG cars on ice and challenging international locations. In a series of ‘firsts’, Mercedes-Benz India launched

neg: Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) with only minor changes to the cosmetics of the car. The facelifted W222 S-Class received updated autonomous driving technologies as well as new engines. A new and highly efficient engine range will be expected to debut in future models of the facelifted S-Class. I6 and V8 engines are now paired with the 9-speed 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission (AMG Speedshift MCT for S 63 AMG), while V12 engines continue to use 7G-TRONIC Plus. Press kit: Press kit (2017 facelift): Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) The Mercedes-Benz W222 is the version of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class produced since 2013, and the successor of the Mercedes-Benz W221.

neg: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W211) inch discs and 4 piston calipers. The E55 came with 245/40/18 tires up front and 265/35/18 in the rear with performance tires on the standard AMG 18" split spoke wheels. "Car and Driver" reported in their testing that the E55 AMG was faster than the SL55 AMG. The E55 AMG was the fastest four door car in Mercedes-Benz's lineup at the time, and easily outperformed its rivals. While the E55 could accelerate from 0-100 mph in 9.8 seconds, it took the Audi RS6 11 seconds. The E55 was the fastest production sedan available until Mercedes-Benz released the S65 AMG. However,

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG RETTmobil emergency vehicle expo. It is a limited version of SLS AMG Coupé for Japan market, commemorating the first year of Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. It included designo magno Night Black body colour with red highlights at 3-pointed star, grill fin, bonnet fin, SLS/AMG rear emblems, fuel lid (from the Blackbird car); matte black exhaust tip, high gloss black interior trim, leather upholstery in classic red/black, AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension, AMG red brake calliper, 19-inch front and 20-inch rear AMG 10-spoke alloy wheels in matte black, AMG performance steering wheel in leather/Alcantara. The vehicle went on sale in 2011-09-09. SLS

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216) first Mercedes-Benz Blind Spot Assist system (includes six short-range radar sensors in the front and rear bumpers). This was available as option for CL-Class. AMG Sports package for 2009 CL-Class (including a front apron with large air intakes, rear apron with a black insert and integrated rectangular tailpipe trim in polished stainless steel, AMG side sill panels, 19-inch AMG light-alloy wheels in with a five-spoke design and wide-base 255/40 (front) and 275/40 (rear) tyres (optional 20-inch AMG light-alloy wheels in a twin-spoke design with 255/35 and 275/35 tyres), perforated brake discs and silver-painted brake callipers with Mercedes-Benz lettering (V8/V12 engine

neg: Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains (previously known as Ilmor Engineering and Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines) is a British Formula One engine manufacturer, owned by Mercedes-Benz. The company has supplied Sauber during the season, McLaren from to , Force India since , Brawn in , the Mercedes factory team since , Williams since , Lotus in and Manor Racing in . Their engines have won seven Formula One Constructors' Championships and nine Drivers' Championships. Ilmor was founded by Mario Illien and Paul Morgan in 1983, as an independent British Formula One engine manufacturer. The company name

neg: Mercedes-Benz a family of upcoming battery electric vehicles based on a modular platform, expected to represent up to 25% of its global sales by 2025. Note: The CLA is positioned between the A- and B-Class models, while the CLS sits between the E- and S-Classes. In addition to the revised nomenclature, Mercedes-Benz has new nomenclature for the drive systems. The revised A45 AMG for 2016 model year on has shifted the model designation to the right side while AMG is on the left side. This trend commenced with Mercedes-Maybach with MAYBACH on the left and S500/S600 on the right. Mercedes-Benz has

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216) 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY, CL 600. US models arrived at Mercedes-Benz dealerships in November 2010 as 2011 model year vehicles. Early models include CL 550 4MATIC, CL 63 AMG. It is a version of CL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY with AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine rated @5500rpm and @2000-4500rpm, AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission, improved fuel efficiency over previous CL 63 AMG, newly designed AMG bodystyling, "V8 Biturbo" lettering on the mudguards, AMG triple-spoke light-alloy wheels in titanium grey and with a high-sheen finish, 255/40 and 275/40 R 19 tyres, AMG sports steering wheel with silver-coloured aluminium shift paddles and specially shaped grip

neg: Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM performance of the DTM safety concept, the DMSB developed a test programme, which was carried out and analyzed by DEKRA, the independent testing organization. All tests were completed without any problems. The new DTM AMG-Mercedes C-Coupé is based on the latest Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupé, which celebrated its world premiere in autumn 2011. The Mercedes-Benz C-Coupé DTM was built to supersede the Mercedes-Benz C-Class race car, a chassis was made directly connected to the carbon fibre monocoque is a roll cage of high-strength steel; CFRP crash elements on the side, front and rear. At the beginning of the 2012 season, homologation

neg: Mercedes-Benz M113 engine Mercedes-Benz M113 engine The Mercedes-Benz M113 (and similar M155) engine is a gasoline-fueled, 4-stroke, spark-ignition internal-combustion V8 automobile piston engine family used in the 2000s (decade). It is based on the similar M112 V6 introduced in 1998, then later phased out in 2007 for the M156 AMG engine and the M273 engine. The standard Mercedes-Benz M113s are built in Untertürkheim, Germany, while the AMG versions are assembled at AMG's Affalterbach, Germany plant. M113s have aluminum engine blocks and aluminum SOHC cylinder heads with two spark plugs per cylinder. The cylinders are lined with silicon/aluminum, and the heads have 3 valves

neg: Mercedes-Benz M113 engine Supercharged is a supercharged and twin-intercooled version of the M113. It is commonly referred to as "M113K" - where 'K' stands for Kompressor (supercharger). Power output varies depending on year and model, from for the E55 AMG at 6,100 rpm to in the 2004-2006 CLK DTM AMG, with of torque at 2,750–4,000 rpm. Many Mercedes-AMG enthusiasts consider the M113K was the last of the great Kompressor engines used by Mercedes-AMG excluding the Mercedes SLR McLaren. Mercedes-AMG replaced this model with their new 6.2 L naturally aspirated V8, making the transition from 55 AMG to the 63 AMG. Although the new

neg: Mercedes-AMG W201 cars for the 1988 Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM, German Touring Car Championship). AMG was made the official partner. When DaimlerChrysler acquired a majority share of AMG in 1999, the motor racing department was divested into HWA AG. Their first car was the ill-fated Mercedes-Benz CLR. Since 2000, HWA builds and runs the cars for Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM), as well as the M271 engine tuned for use in Formula 3. Six successive lightly modified Mercedes-Benz AMG models (including, most recently, an SL 63 AMG) have acted as the safety cars for the FIA Formula One World Championship. Since 2010,

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG story of an experiment with SLS AMG demonstrating its technical highlights from preparation and test phases to the realisation was produced. The TV ad was premiered on 30 January 2010 on all major television channels with a 60-second roadblock, followed by a 45-second version in reruns until the end of March. The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG website was extended with the addition of an interactive guided tour of the AMG development plant. In addition, three editions of an online magazine provided extensive information on the performance ("Milliseconds"), the lightweight construction ("Milligrams") and the design ("Millimetres") of the SLS AMG. A reporter

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG was unveiled in 2012 Paris Motor Show, with market launch initially scheduled for June 2013. Pricing in Germany began at (~ ). Fewer than 100 units were sold. Following the SLS AMG E-CELL prototype premiere, the production of SLS AMG E-CELL was originally announced at the 2011 North American International Auto Show. The production version of SLS AMG E-CELL included four synchronous electric motors rated and , 400V 48 kWh lithium-ion battery from Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains (formerly Mercedes-Benz High Performance Engines) rated at , woven CFRP battery monocoque, independent multi-link suspension with pushrod damper struts, 402 x 39

neg: Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220) six-channel digital audio system. The system debuted on S-Class with 2001 Pullman model. AMG signed a co-operation agreement with Daimler-Benz starting 1990, producing special models of MB vehicles and became further integrated in this period starting in 1991 with the foundation of Mercedes-AMG GmbH various changes driven especially by the success of AMG models in MB lines and expansions at Affalterbach, Germany. The S-Class Pullman was offered as the S500 (V8) or S600 (V12) and was jointly developed by Mercedes and AMG. The Pullman is longer than the regular S-Class, providing of space in the rear seat area. This also

neg: Mercedes-Benz 7G-Tronic transmission used in 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG. In 2007, 7G TRONIC transmission with AMG SPEEDSHIFT was also called '7G TRONIC Sport'. Mercedes-Benz 7G-Tronic transmission 7G-Tronic (coded 722.9) is Mercedes-Benz's trademark name for its seven-speed automatic transmission. This fifth-generation transmission was introduced in the Autumn of 2003 on 8-cylinder models, and was the first seven-speed automatic transmission ever used on a production passenger vehicle. The 7G-Tronic initially debuted on five different eight-cylinder models: the E500, S430, S500, CL500, and SL500. It also soon became available on many six-cylinder models. Turbocharged V12 engines, four cylinder applications and commercial vehicles continued to use

neg: Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W221) inauguration of new Russian president Dmitry Medvedev). The production launch marked the 80th anniversary of the Mercedes-Benz special-protection unit. The President of India travels in a black Mercedes-Benz S-Class (S600) Pullman Guard, which is stretched to limousine form and the limousine has a longer wheelbase. The S63 AMG is powered by the Mercedes-Benz M156 V8 engine rated at and of torque. It can accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds and has a top speed limited to . The Interior of the S63 AMG comes in supple German Leather, coming in the standard leather, or diamond texture, with

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG SLS AMG is considered more of a sporty track-oriented car, compared to the Mercedes-Benz SL which is a more autobahn-focused grand tourer especially with its optional V12 engine. Compared to the SLS AMG Roadster, the SL is a hardtop convertible with technological and comfort amenities, and it also has available heated and cooled seats with a massage function. The SLS AMG has also been said to be one of the cheapest cars on the market with an unusual door design. The Gullwing version of the SLS AMG has won a number of design awards, including the 2010 red dot "best

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG features poison green details. The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 Frankfurt International Motor Show. As part of its US marketing, the SLS AMG was also used at the 2009 AMG Driving Academy season for its Stage 1. Production of the SLS AMG began at Sindelfingen in January 2010. Sales commenced in mid-2010 in Europe and in mid-2011 in the United States. Production ended after the SLS AMG GT FINAL EDITION in early 2014. A total of 2,734 SLS AMGs were sold in the U.S., including both Gullwings and roadsters. According to a post on mbworld.org by a Mercedes-Benz executive, total

neg: Mercedes-AMG One of around . Mercedes-AMG One The Mercedes-AMG One (R50, stylized as ONE) is an upcoming limited-production plug-in hybrid sports car manufactured by Mercedes-AMG, featuring Formula One-derived technology. It was unveiled at the 2017 International Motor Show Germany by Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, who worked on the development of the car, and Head of Mercedes-Benz Dieter Zetsche. The production of the car is planned to be 275 units at a price of US$2.72 million per unit, all of which have been already sold. Mercedes-AMG received orders for four times the production amount, but have stated that production will not be

neg: Mercedes-AMG Australian Supercars Championship from 2013 to 2015, operated by Erebus Motorsport under the AMG Customer Sports Program. AMG also provides engines for the Zonda and Huayra cars. The M297 7,291 cc displacement V12 engines were originally used in the 1995 SL73 AMG. It is the largest displacement naturally aspirated engine provided by AMG and is now exclusively used by Pagani. On July 25, 2013, Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd and Daimler AG announced moves towards a technical partnership with Mercedes-AMG GmbH. The deal will see Aston Martin access significant Mercedes-AMG GmbH and Mercedes-Benz Cars' resources, allowing the development of bespoke V8

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG rear with a golden ring on the rim flange and a matte gold body colour dubbed "desert gold". The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Dubai International Motor Show. It is a one-off variant of the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé with designo magno Night Black body colour with red highlights, ordered by Mercedes-Benz's Australian subsidiary for the Australian International Motor Show. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show. The drivable prototype is based on SLS AMG Coupé, but is powered by four electric motors that provide a combined and . The battery is a 400

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R171) with variable steering assistance becomes an option (standard in SLK 55 AMG). SLK 55 AMG included a new apron with a black-painted cross strut and side air outlets as well as darkened headlamps. The facelifted R171 was unveiled in 2008 NAIAS and went on sale in April 2008. Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class (R171) The second generation Mercedes-Benz SLK, internally designated model R171, is a two-passenger, front-engine, rear-drive, retractable hardtop roadster, unveiled at the 74th Geneva International Motor Show — and manufactured and marketed for model years 2004-2010. Currently in its third generation and manufactured at Mercedes' Bremen plant, the SLK nameplate designates

neg: Mercedes-AMG One Mercedes-AMG One The Mercedes-AMG One (R50, stylized as ONE) is an upcoming limited-production plug-in hybrid sports car manufactured by Mercedes-AMG, featuring Formula One-derived technology. It was unveiled at the 2017 International Motor Show Germany by Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, who worked on the development of the car, and Head of Mercedes-Benz Dieter Zetsche. The production of the car is planned to be 275 units at a price of US$2.72 million per unit, all of which have been already sold. Mercedes-AMG received orders for four times the production amount, but have stated that production will not be increased from the

neg: Mercedes-Benz Gullwing, is the first car to be entirely developed by AMG. There are numerous independent tuners, including Brabus, Carlsson, Kleemann and Renntech. In football (soccer), Mercedes-Benz sponsors the Germany national team. Mercedes-Benz sponsors Bundesliga club VfB Stuttgart and provides the naming rights for their stadium, the Mercedes-Benz Arena. The company also holds the naming rights to the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, an American football stadium in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. On 24 August 2015, Mercedes-Benz was announced as the naming rights sponsor for the Atlanta Falcons' new home, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, (Mercedes-Benz's US headquarters are in Greater Atlanta) which opened in August

neg: Maro Engel 2012 Australian GT Championship at the Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit, driving a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 prepared by Erebus Racing. Engel made his V8 Supercar debut in 2013, driving a Mercedes E63 AMG entered by Erebus Motorsport (formerly known as Stone Brothers Racing). Engel replaced Shane van Gisbergen as the driver of the No. 9 SP Tools entry. Next to his commitments in V8 Supercar for Erebus Motorsport he competed in the 2013 Macau GT Cup with a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 scoring pole position and a lap record in qualifying. Narrowly missing out on the victory due to

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG featured on the 16th series of "Top Gear". The 2013 SLS Roadster was then reviewed two years later. As part of SLS AMG Roadster launch in the UK, a video featuring David Coulthard catching a speeding golf ball hit by professional golfer Jake Shepherd with Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster was produced, and was independently verified by a Guinness World Record adjudicator as title of farthest golf shot caught in a moving car. Minichamps produced a limited (197 units) edition of SLS AMG GT3 1:18 scale model car for the IAA. The vehicle includes 88 parts, painted in matt black and

neg: Mercedes-AMG GT based on the GT R variant, was introduced in 2017. All variants are assembled at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen, Germany. The interior of the Mercedes-AMG GT was previewed on 16 April 2014. The car made its debut on 9 September 2014 and was officially unveiled to the public in October 2014 at the Paris Motor Show with two performance options: the GT, with , and the GT S with . The GT generates of torque, and the GT S generates of torque. Shortly after its introduction, Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias Moers promised a "Black Series" variant of the Mercedes-AMG GT.

neg: Official state car ranking officials are driven in a black Mercedes Benz W211 E280. The Sultan drives a Mercedes-Benz G-Class, the 2009 Facelifted G55 AMG instead of W163 ML55 AMG. The cars of the President of Bulgaria include Mercedes-Benz S600 and BMW 5 Series and BMW 7 Series. The Prime Minister is driven in a Toyota Land Cruiser, he very often drives it himself with the security guards sitting in the back of the car. The Prime Minister is also driven in a black BMW X5. The pilot cars are usually Ford, Toyota or Audi A6 and Audi A8. As on 18 December,

neg: Mercedes-Benz India with 83 outlets. Mercedes-Benz also inaugurated in three AMG Performance Centres (APC) in Delhi, Bangalore & Mumbai in 2014 and added two more APCs in 2015 in Hyderabad and Pune. and two more APCs in 2017 in Chennai and cochin.These APCs provide an exclusive AMG brand experience to the customers and enthusiasts. In 2014, the company reportedly witnessed a growth in sales of about 13% at 10,201 units as compared to the previous year. The company expects a double digit growth in 2015 owing to qualitative network expansion strategy. Mercedes-Benz India opened a new dealership in Jamshedpur and plans on

neg: Ram Racing (endurance racing team) 2015 season with an announcement of a full foray into the 24H Series, continuing to field the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3. The opening race in Dubai resulted in a second-place finish 4 laps behind the Black Falcon Mercedes-Benz. This ended a six-month drought started by the team's financial trouble during the 2014 WEC. On 11 March, the team entered the 2015 British GT Championship with the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3, driven by Lewis Plato and Alistair MacKinnon. During round 2 of the 24H Series, the No. 30 car finished in second place at 12H Italy-Mugello after delays in the pits

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216) area covered with perforated nappa leather, "AMG V8 Biturbo" start screen in the AMG instrument cluster, optional SPLITVIEW for COMAND multimedia system, Direct-Steer system, Torque Vectoring Brake, crosswind stabilization, AMG high-performance braking system, optional Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind-Spot Assist. Other AMG Performance Studio options include: Other options include designo products (including exclusive paint finishes, leather upholstery, trim elements and steering wheels), designo Selection. The vehicle went on sale in September 2010. US model arrived at Mercedes-Benz dealerships in November 2010 as 2011 model year vehicle. It is a version of CL 600 with increased engine power to

neg: Mercedes-Benz M156 engine further amend their complaint to show that they had standing to sue, but plaintiffs made no further filings with the Court. On January 7, 2013, the Court signed an order closing the case. The M159 is a version used in Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. Compared to the standard AMG engine, the SLS's engine includes an all-new intake system, reworked valvetrain and camshafts, the use of flow-optimised tubular steel headers and dethrottling of the exhaust system. The engine also utilizes a dry-sump lubrication system to lower the center of gravity of the car. Mercedes-Benz M156 engine The M156 is the first automobile

neg: Mercedes-Benz M112 engine Mercedes-Benz M112 engine The Mercedes-Benz M112 engine is a gasoline-fueled, 4-stroke, spark-ignition, internal-combustion V6 automobile piston engine family used in the 2000s. Introduced in 1998, it was the first V6 engine ever built by Mercedes. A short time later the related M113 V8 was introduced. All are built in Bad Cannstatt, Germany except the supercharged AMG C32 AMG, which is assembled in Affalterbach, Germany. All M112 engines have aluminum engine blocks with a 90° vee angle with silicon/aluminum lined cylinders. The aluminum SOHC cylinder heads have 3 valves per cylinder. All use SFI fuel injection with two spark plugs per

neg: Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) The W177 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the fourth and current generation of the A-Class range of subcompact executive hatchbacks and sedans. It was launched in 2018 as the successor to the W176 A-Class, with sales commencing on March 2018. The available body styles include: The A35 AMG model was unveiled at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. It uses an all-wheel drive layout and has a 7-speed dual clutch AMG SpeedShift DCT transmission. It will only be sold in Europe. The A-Class hatchback officially debuted at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. It is based on the front-wheel drive MFA2

neg: Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257) equipment includes air suspension and a widescreen cockpit consisting of two 12.3-inch displays on the dashboard. An AMG line is also available and includes AMG body styling, a diamond pattern radiator grille, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a flat-bottomed sports steering wheel. Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class (C257) The C257 Mercedes-Benz CLS is the third and current generation of the CLS-Class range of four-door (fastback styled) sedan, and was launched in 2018 as the successor to the W218 CLS. It is only available as a sedan, with no plans to introduce a Shooting Brake variant in the near future. Information on the C257 CLS

neg: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C207) optioned, featuring AMG bodystyling, lower suspension, silver painted front brake calipers, and wider 18-inch alloy wheels. The mid-life cycle update for the C207/A207 E-Class was introduced at the North American International Auto Show in 2013: Mercedes-Benz E-Class (C207) The C207/A207 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are the coupé and convertible versions of the fourth generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class, produced between 2009 and 2017 as the successor to the previous C209/A209 CLK-Class. The body styles of the range are: Unlike its predecessor, high-performance AMG models were not offered. E350 and E400 coupé models were also available in all-wheel drive 4MATIC variants from 2012. It was

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Driving Cycle. The battery pack is made up of 12 modules, each comprising 72 lithium-ion cells. The system was designed as a collaboration between Mercedes-AMG and Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains Ltd. Available in both Coupé and Roadster body styles, the SLS AMG GT final edition is the final limited production iteration (350 units total, 25 in Japan) of the SLS AMG GT. Features includes an exposed carbon fibre hood with central air outlet, carbon fibre front splitter on the front apron, fixed carbon fiber rear spoiler from the SLS AMG Coupé Black Series, the choice of 2 exclusive AMG

neg: Mercedes-Benz M176/M177/M178 engine AMG base at Affalterbach, while the M176 is used in mainstream Mercedes-Benz models and assembled in Mercedes's Untertürkheim plant outside Stuttgart, starting with the 2015 G500 and G500 4X4. The M176 is the version used in mainstream Mercedes-Benz models, debuting in 2015 for the Mercedes G500 and G500 4x4. The M177 was the first variation released in the Mercedes-AMG C63. In contrast to the M178, this version of the engine uses wet-sump lubrication. In the C63 and GLC63 applications, the turbos are single-scrolled, whereas in E63 and S63 are twin-scrolled and different exhaust manifold. The twin-scroll application also features cylinder

neg: Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would feature many aerodynamic design elements and cooling openings in order to survive on the race track. To test the CLK GTR before the first chassis were built, Mercedes-AMG actually took an unusual measure. Through secrecy, Mercedes-AMG was able to purchase a disused McLaren F1 GTR, the defending BPR GT series champion, from Larbre Compétition. This purchase first allowed Mercedes-AMG to see the kind of lap times that their competitors could run, to serve as a measurement of the CLK GTR's abilities. However, more importantly, Mercedes-AMG set about modifying this F1 GTR by attaching bodywork that was meant to go

neg: Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) Android Auto, ambient lighting, a head-up display, and the use of a smartphone to lock or unlock the car via NFC. Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W177) The W177 Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the fourth and current generation of the A-Class range of subcompact executive hatchbacks and sedans. It was launched in 2018 as the successor to the W176 A-Class, with sales commencing on March 2018. The available body styles include: The A35 AMG model was unveiled at the 2018 Paris Motor Show. It uses an all-wheel drive layout and has a 7-speed dual clutch AMG SpeedShift DCT transmission. It will only be sold

neg: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG SLS AMG's M159 engine was according to AMG "the world's most powerful naturally aspirated production series engine" ever produced. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, An electric version of the car, the SLS AMG Electric Drive, was presented at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. Production ended with the SLS AMG GT Final Edition in 2014. Compared with its predecessor (the Mercedes-McLaren SLR), the SLS is, per Mercedes-AMG head Tobias Moers, the faster car on the track, both in the hands of normal drivers as well as race drivers. The Mercedes-McLaren SLR came in at . The

neg: Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R231) Mercedes-Benz SL-Class (R231) R231 is a chassis code for the current generation of the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class roadster, replacing the R230. The car was released in March 2012 and uses Mercedes-Benz's new 4.7 litre twin turbo V8 engine with a power output of . AMG version of the roadster will follow. The new SL is lighter than the previous, being made almost entirely out of aluminium For the first time, the R231 SL-Class is not available with a non-AMG V12 engined SL 600 model. The R231 is designed with an aluminium space-frame, in length by in width. (. wider/longer than previous

neg: Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM rules for DTM cars were changed, an increase in minimum weight from 1,050 kg to 1,110 kg was mandated. The DTM car is powered by a Mercedes-Benz AMG naturally-aspirated DOHC engine. The engine is a 4.0 L 90 degree V8 with four valves per cylinder, indirect fuel injection, air restricted to 2 x 28 mm by regulations. The power output is approximately with a torque of . As of August 2017, Mercedes-AMG C63 Class Coupé DTM scored 19 victories, 17 poles, 20 fastest laps and 1 driver title (courtesy of Pascal Wehrlein in 2015). Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé DTM The Mercedes-AMG C-Coupé

neg: Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupé is an executive car (E-segment) introduced in 2018 by Mercedes-AMG as a four-door variant of the AMG GT two-door sports car. The AMG GT 4-Door Coupé uses a front-engine layout with 4MATIC+ fully variable all-wheel-drive (rear-biased), and is available with either a 3.0 L "M256" twin-turbocharged inline-six engine or a 4.0 L "M178" twin-turbocharged V8 engine. The inline-six engine features a mild hybrid system that Mercedes-Benz calls ""EQ Boost"", which uses an electrically driven supercharger and a 48 volt electric motor that when combined, produce an extra and of torque in

neg: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) "bolt on" performance modifications, and according to "Car and Driver" these earlier AMG models suffered from "relentless understeer" and "heavy steering". The C63 AMG has a revised front end suspension that is taken from the CLK 63 AMG Black Series. The ESP can now be completely turned off, interfering only under heavy braking. The C63 AMG also has the quickest, most responsive steering of any Mercedes to date. "AOL Autos" described the new C63 as the best driver's car in the Mercedes lineup. The AMG 6.2L V8 engine, despite being detuned compared to other AMG offerings using the same powerplant,

neg: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) CDI BlueEFFICIENCY saloon with AVANTGARDE equipment line. It includes 16-inch light-alloy wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres, and no-cost optional 16-inch 7-spoke wheel with 205/55 R16 tyres and 17-inch light-alloy 5-twin-spoke wheels with 225/45 R17 front and 245/40 R17 rear tyres; floor mats with the lettering "Prime Edition", aluminium (optional: bird's-eye maple) trim. It has a 2.1 litre engine which produces 204 bhp and 500 nm of torque and does 0–100 in 7.1 seconds and has a top speed of 240kmph. The C63 AMG is reportedly the first AMG-Mercedes designed from the ground up. Its AMG C-Class predecessors had essentially featured

neg: Mercedes-AMG In addition to the models listed above, there were also predecessors to the current AMG models. The models listed below were powered by a variant of the Mercedes-Benz M275 engine. The models listed below were powered by the M157 variant of the Mercedes-Benz M278 engine. AMG developed its own V8 engine (dubbed M156 in development) for the DTM series. The M156 produces 451 horsepower and 443 ft-lbs of torque. The M156, in various states of tune, was used in models such as the SL63, E63, CLS63, and S63 until it was replaced by the M157 5.5 L Biturbo V8. In

neg: Mercedes-Benz C-Class (W204) C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Avantgarde 125!Edition includes 18-inch AMG twin spoke sport aluminium wheel, brake and drilled bench rated disc (front) with Mercedes-Benz logo, leather sports seat at front, leather upholstered 3-spoke steering wheel, stainless acceleration and brake pedals, sports suspension. Japan versions are sold in limited quantity (650 units total) which included C 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Avantgarde 125!Edition (380 Sedan/Estate), C 200 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY 125!Edition (250 Sedan/Estate), C 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY Avantgarde 125!Edition (20 Sedan/Estate). Beginning in 2011, the C63 AMG includes the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT transmission from SL 63 AMG, replacing the 7G-Tronic automatic transmission with AMG SpeedShift.

neg: Mercedes-Benz CL-Class CL55 AMG, the supercharged V8-powered CL55 AMG, the NA V12-powered CL 600 (2000-2002), the limited production (about 200 per year worldwide), 5.5 litre V12 Bi-Turbo CL600 (2003-2006), the very rare limited-edition NA CL63 AMG (26 examples only), the 2000 NA CL55 AMG F1 Edition (55 examples only), and the limited production (196 total) 6.0 litre V12 Bi-Turbo CL65 AMG (2004-2006). All models seat four. Development took place from 1993 to 1999, with final design being approved in 1996. The CL coupés come equipped with the very latest in Mercedes-Benz technology, and along with the S-Class saloons the CL coupés receive

neg: Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG has the AMG bi-turbocharger V-12 producing 621 horsepower and 738 lb-ft (US units). This is connected to a 7-speed transmission and full-time four wheel drive drivetrain. The G65 is more oriented towards urban driving, with low-profile tires and a 0-60 mph (96.56 kph) time of 5.1 seconds making it fastest of MB G-Class models offered then. Size: Weight: Fuel Capacity: Max angle of approach: Max angle of departure: Mercedes-AMG G65 AMG Mercedes-AMG G65 is a V12 engined (with twin turbochargers) version of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class. The vehicle weighs 6250-pounds (2835 kg) (US model as estimated by an automotive magazine publication)

neg: Mercedes AMG F1 W09 EQ Power+ Mercedes AMG F1 W09 EQ Power+ The Mercedes AMG F1 W09 EQ Power+ was a Mercedes-Benz Formula One racing car designed and developed under the direction of Aldo Costa, James Allison, Mike Elliott and Geoff Willis to compete during the 2018 Formula One World Championship. The car was driven by four-time World Drivers' Champion Lewis Hamilton, and Valtteri Bottas, both of whom remained with the team for a sixth and a second season, respectively. The car was the successor of the Mercedes AMG F1 W08 EQ Power+, continuing the approach with increasing the exposure of Mercedes' electric road car models,