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The new Mercedes M-Class

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:54 +0000

By the German company Mercedes released the first official pictures and details of the new generation of the popular SUV model M-Class, whose market debut will take place in autumn, after the premiere of the exhibition in Frankfurt. The design of the car has a lot of changes that are definitely in the right direction by giving a more aggressive and also more elegant type of vehicle. Although currently not reveal the exact dimensions of the new M-Class, Mercedes by saying they have increased, which led to greater interior space. The new generation model is equipped with many advanced technologies including the latest generation system COMAND, assistant to recognize pedestrians at night assistants signaling exceeding the maximum authorized speed and lane departure, technology to detect objects in the “dead zone “and rear-view camera.
At launch, the new Mercedes M-Class is available with three engines. ML 250 Bluetec will rely on 2.1-liter diesel engine with 204 h.p. power and maximum torque of 500 Nm. In ML 350 Bluetec engine is 3.0-liter V6 (258 h.p. and 620 Nm), And the ML 350 BlueEfficiency – 3.5-liter V6 (306 h.p. and 370 Nm). Absolutely all units will be combined with a seven-speed automatic transmission 7G-Tronic, transferring to four-wheel drive. When ordering a package On & Offroad, the gearbox will have six driving modes.

Mercedes GL-Class Grand Edition

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:15:08 +0000

The GL-Class is the latest model of the brand Mercedes, which receives a version Grand Edition, featuring a rich standard equipment, as its price in Germany starts at 80,206 EUR for modification GL 350 CDI. In addition to the six-cylinder diesel engine whose power is 265 hp, GL-Class Grand Edition will be available with 5.5.-liter V8, generating 388 h.p., which is equipped with GL 500.
Both units are standard and they have not made any changes, but the Mercedes GL 350 CDI Grand Edition boasts the system SCR, which engine power can be reduced to 211 h.p. from which the average fuel fall of 9l/100km. Outside Grand Edition version differs from the standard model in the presence of a new grille, darkened headlamps, alloy footrests on both sides of the car and 20-inch wheels in color Himalaya.
The interior of the Mercedes GL-Class Grand Edition is equipped with two-tone leather upholstery, new carpets, a luxurious headliner, wood trim and aluminum pedals.

Mercedes G 65 AMG

Viliyana Filipova — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:21:26 +0000

If you think Mercedes G-Class is too old and you can go to develop, it is a delusion, since the German company plans to launch of its new modification. The jeep, which is on the market since 1970. and since then Had not change your body, this year will receive the most powerful version, introduced throughout its life cycle.
The information is not yet officially confirmed, but according to colleagues from internet automotive journal it is accurate. It’s about modifying G 65 AMG, which will be produced only 200 copies, and its price will starts at 220,000 EUR.
According to information from Mercedes even now taking orders for the car in Germany, claiming that the G 65 AMG is equipped with 6.0-liter V12 engine with a power 612 h.p. known to us by the S 65 AMG. The unit allows the truck to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 5.0 sec and a top speed of 210 km/h.

Mercedes will make SLC

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 10:07:16 +0000

Quite interesting information appears in the popular edition of Autocar, whereby the German company Mercedes is determined to develop a new sports car, which is a direct competitor to the Porsche 911.
According to the information already received car code-named and will be available in 2014. Speculated that the name of the production model will be SLC, with its price in Europe will be around 90,000 EUR.
From Autocar have published details of the car lot, which makes us think that their source is uncertain. They argue that the length of the sports car will be about 4.5 meters, its engine is a 5.5-liter AMG with power 426 h.p. and maximum torque of 550 Nm and the gearbox will be an improved version of the six SLS.
The design of a possible Mercedes SLC must be in retro style, approaching it to the first maximum SL, but if this is so and whether it will see a similar pattern, only time will tell.

Mercedes G-Class with new special version

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 04:57:05 +0000

For the faithful fans of the G-Class, Mercedes German company introduced two new special versions of the model, the so-called BA3 Final Edition is the short base, Edition Select – debt. The first modification is available for G 350 and G 500 BlueTEC, whose engines were six-cylinder diesel with power 211k.s. and 5.5-liter V8 gasoline generating 388k.s., and both the gearbox is the 7G-TRONIC. The standard on G-Class BA3 Final Edition includes traction control system 4ETS, ESP electronic stability and differential with 100% locking effect of pushing the button. The price of this version starts at 90,511 euros in G 350 BlueTEC and 100,685 EUR in G 500. It includes many features such as 18-inch wheels, AMG exterior elements, sunroof, multi-contour seats with ventilation and lighting in the cushioned interior. The edition Select even offered as a package for G 500, costing 6,735 euros and it includes cosmetic changes and body color Designo, the choice is between Designo Mystic White, Palladium Silver Metallic, Thulite Red Metallic and Obsidian Black Metallic. In this version of the equipment also includes AMG exterior elements, 18-inch wheels, exhaust system, AMG, footrests stainless steel two-tone leather upholstery Porcelain / Black Designo, adaptive headrests NECK-PRO, audio Harman Kardon Logic7 and other extras.

Kicherer tuned Mercedes SLS

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 19:47:07 +0000

The German tuning firm Kicherer continues to work hard on Mercedes SLS. She presented the project evolved version of its 63 Supersport, in whose name the initials were added to GT. The standard 6.2-liter, V8 engine of the Mercedes SLS, whose power in Developing the previous Kicherer was increased from 571 h.p. to 610 h.p.. already has 630 h.p.. and its maximum torque is 700 Nm. Increased with 20 h.p. performance is achieved through modifications to the control unit of the unit and exhaust system, and the final result is acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 3.5 sec and develop a maximum speed of 320 km/h. Mercedes SLS 63 Supersport GT boasts also a height adjustable suspension that can lower the car by 30 millimeters. Hand wheels are handmade and dimensions are 20 inches front and 21 inches rear wheels. Unlike the previous three projects on Kicherer Mercedes SLS, in which similar changes were made in the exterior, with SLS 63 Supersport GT they are different, the most significant when it is in the radiator grille that stands among other things a little rough.

Mercedes A-Class Concept

Viliyana Filipova — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 21:31:00 +0000

One of the interesting cars at the Mercedes stand is the A-Class Concept, which gives us an idea how it will look next-generation compact car of the Germans. You already know the concept, since Mercedes unveiled information about it at the beginning of the month, but will mention that it is equipped with 2.0-liter turbo engine with 204 h.p. power, which is combined with speed dual-clutch gearbox. As you can see the pictures, the new Mercedes A-Class has undergone major changes in its shape, especially in terms of height, which it closer to its direct competitors Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series. An interesting detail that has become known during the presentation of the car in Shanghai is that the production version of the new A-Class AMG version will get, which will have power 320 h.p., while it will drive all four wheels.

The new Mercedes A-Class

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 23 Jul 2011 11:29:54 +0000

The German company Mercedes decided to introduce us to the so-called Concept A-Class, which will debut in Shanghai this month and will serve as the basis for the next generation model of the same name. As we see from the pictures, the Mercedes designers have decided to radically change the silhouette of a compact model to make it closer to its main rivals Audi A3 and BMW 1-Series. This vision will definitely appeal to customers, the more it reflects the new design philosophy of the brand, which already have seen in CLS, although almost certainly not the production car looks so aggressive. The concept has only four seats in the interior, but the production model will have five, and probably will disappear and most of the futuristic elements. Mercedes Concept A-Class is equipped with a new 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine 210 h.p., combined with a gearbox with double clutch. The unit has a turbine and a system for direct fuel injection.

Mercedes SLR 722 Black Arrow

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 22:19:41 +0000

The production of the Mercedes SLR has long been discontinued, but that does not interfere with the tuning companies continue to surprise us with impressive adjustments to supercar. By edo Competition for example, have decided to release more heated SLR 722 Edition. They called their creation Black Arrow, which is perhaps the most appropriate name in this case. The main color is matte black machine, of which 722 credits background stand and a few ornaments in red. The appearance is complemented by a black 21-inch wheels and interior are combined leather, alcantara and carbon. Edo Competition engineers devoted particular attention to the 5.4-liter, V8 engine of the Mercedes SLR 722, whose output is standard 650k.s. allowing the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 3.7 sec, 0-200 km/h for 10.6 sec and a top speed of 335 km/h. In units of Mercedes SLR 722 Black Arrow are modified compressor, management software and exhaust system, resulting in increased power to accurately 722 h.p. and increase maximum torque of 780 to 890 Nm. Due to the improvements in the German machine, it is now able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 3.4 sec and from 0 to 300 km/h. for 24.5 sec and the maximum speed that develops is 345 km/h.

VATH presented tuning program for Mercedes CL 500

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:06:43 +0000

The German tuning company VATH presented his sports program and the Mercedes CL 500, after more than a year before doing so hot and modification CL 65 AMG. Note that it comes to Developing the CL 500 before the facelift, which means that the tuning is right on the old 5.5-liter, V8 engine with a power 388 h.p., not the new 4.6-liter, V8, turbo, generating 435 h.p. The experts from VATH cars are equipped with new camshafts, exhaust system, stainless steel, catalytic converters and air filter, resulting in performance 5.5-liter engine was increased to 454 h.p. and 600 Nm. From VATH not yet reveal the full dynamic qualities of them tuned Mercedes CL 500, mentioning only that have limited speed of 290 km/h, besides the above amendments have added fuel coolers and oil, which will further improve the efficiency. Although there are no pictures of the interior in the press release states that it has a carbon fiber trim, steering wheel, special floor mats with logo VATH and calibrated to 360 km/h. speedometer, which in turn speaks to the true potential of the machine. The outer body kit the car is identical to the elaboration of the CL 65 AMG, but a person other 20-inch wheels. In addition, engineers have made modifications VATH suspension and braking system.