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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 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.

Mercedes CLS with tuning program from Carlsson

Viliyana Filipova — Sat, 21 May 2011 20:40:40 +0000

Carlsson presented their athletic program for the new Mercedes CLS, which includes a number of cosmetic and mechanical changes. The car is equipped with a very stylish aerodynamic kit which is fully-style production model, and includes a slightly revised new front bumper with lip, rear bumper with integrated diffuser and spoiler on the tailgate. Tuned Mercedes CLS may also boasts a new exhaust system with attractive ends, 20-inch alloy wheels, modified air suspension, which reduces clearance of 30 mm аnd an elegant interior, which will combine several types of leather and Alcantara trim in black piano lacquer. At its market launch in April, the program will include engine tuning only two modifications to the Mercedes CLS, while hot CLS 63 AMG, power unit increased from 550 to 600 h.p. In diesel CLS 350 CDI, which is available package C-Tronic DIESEL POWER, power increases from 265 to 320 h.p. and maximum torque – 650 to 780 Nm. The final result is acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 5.9 sec.

Brabus presented their program for the new Mercedes CLS

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 17 May 2011 20:11:47 +0000

The German tuning company Brabus has decided to introduce us early with his athletic program for the new Mercedes CLS, which will be presented officially at the Geneva Motor Show, starting next week. The specialists in tuning vehicles with brand Mercedes has developed a complete body kit, tested in a wind tunnel. With it the appearance of the car does not change radically, but it is clear that the touch of Brabus. Furthermore, new bumpers and side skirts, aerodynamic kit includes supplements on the front fenders and massive rear diffuser, on whose background the new stand ends of the exhaust system. From Brabus Mercedes CLS are equipped with more new suspension, which was developed by one of the biggest specialists in the field – Bilstein, it reduces the ride height by 30 millimeters. Wheels, they can be of two types, available in sizes from 17 to 20 inches. German tuning company, of course, can customize the interior according to personal preferences and tastes of each client. Besides the rich variety of materials, it also offers many technological improvements and extras. The engine tuning is currently provided only for modifications to diesel engines. Kit ECO PowerXtra D4 allows the power of the CLS 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY to increase from 204 h.p. to 235 h.p. and the maximum torque is 560 Nm.
More interesting is the package for the CLS 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY. It’s called the ECO PowerXtra D6S and has two modes. In Eco power remains unchanged (262 h.p.) and only increases the maximum torque of 620 to 690 Nm. In Sport mode and power even increases to 309 h.p.

Brabus Mercedes S 350 BlueTec 4MATIC

Viliyana Filipova — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 05:54:06 +0000

The German tuning company Brabus has proved to everyone that the tuning of cars, including engines, does not necessarily increase their costs of fuel and emission of greenhouse gases, and even contrary. Tuning specialists have developed innovative Performance package, which is called ECO PowerXtra D6S and is designed for diesel 3.0-liter V6, which are equipped models S350 BlueTec 4MATIC, E350 CDI BlueEfficiency and CLS 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY of Mercedes. If the assembly is mounted to one of three cars, this is a guarantee that their engine complies with European environmental requirements Euro6. For now, however not disclosed how many fall fuel and emitted CO2 emissions. At the same time, ECO PowerXtra D6S increased power trilitrov aggregate from 258 to 313 h.p. and its maximum torque – from 620 to 690 h.p. Brabus Mercedes S 350 BlueTec 4MATIC accelerates from 0-100 km/h for 6.5 sec, while the ordinary model makes that for 7.1 sec. The styling kit ECO PowerXtra D6S include electronic module, optimizing the control unit to the engine and exhaust system of stainless steel. Brabus give a guarantee of 3 years or 100,000 km.

Brabus tuned Mercedes SLS

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 21:28:10 +0000

We all know what he is capable German tuning company Brabus, as tackle some models of Mercedes, but when SLS AMG, and not dare to think what the monster will come out eventually. The experts are now ready with its first package SLS, which in terms of engine tuning offers only increased by 10 h.p. power of the 6.3-liter engine with which it reaches 573 h.p. From Brabus however ensure that work hard on the unit and will surely see an extreme program for him. The additional power is achieved through a titanium exhaust system with four 84 mm nozzle, which weighs only 12 kg and has two modes of issue of sound. Curiously, one is quieter than the standard exhaust system and the other heard the normal roar of this kind of car. Mercedes SLS has received from Brabus also adjustable suspension Ride Control, which allows clearance to be reduced by up to 40 mm and offers comfortable and sporty mode. We end tuners and its function Front Lift, which will make it possible to raise the front of the car with 50mm. This will be particularly useful when passing through the bumps and parking. The new body kit designed for SLS, has been tested by engineers from Brabus in a wind tunnel. It improves the aerodynamics and includes new front and rear spoilers, air scoops on the front valance and rear bumper. The look is complemented by light-alloy wheels with 20-inch front and 21 inches rear.
The interior of the Mercedes SLS is a combination of black leather and nappa leather, trimmed with contrasting red thread, and floors and thresholds under doors are covered with waffle leather as a natural customer can choose between several color combinations. Moreover, there are LED lights in blue and new dials.

VATH tuned Mercedes C250 CGI

Viliyana Filipova — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:49:13 +0000

The sequence Mercedes, came under the knife tuner VATH 250 CGI is modification of the C-Class, which are provided for cosmetic changes and improvements under the hood. For tuning of the 1.8-liter engine offered two levels. The first is worth € 1,200, while its capacity increased from 204 h.p. to 255 h.p. and maximum torque – 310 to 370 Nm. The end result is reaching a top speed of 260 km/h. If you have more funds, or more precisely a further € 3,130, you can replace a sports exhaust system and intercooler with a larger. In this way you will get additional 15 h.p. and total capacity will rise to 270 h.p. For the maximum sound stopping Mercedes C 250 CGI have they provided powerful brakes with 360 mm front discs and 320 mm back, but they go pretty salty, namely € 5,355. Not at all cheap and 19-inch wheels, costing € 4,046. For appearance have also been developed carbon fiber aerodynamic components whose total cost is € 8,163, but they can be ordered separately. These are the hood, front lip bumper diffuser and rear spoiler. The interior does can get carbon decoration and upholstered in Alcantara ceiling on the amount of € 980.

Mercedes S63 AMG 2011 with the new V8 bi-turbo engine

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 08:14:01 +0000

Also having undergone a facelift Mercedes CL 63 AMG, 2011 model of the S 63 AMG is equipped with new 5.5-liter V8 bi-turbo engine, replacing the old 6.2-liter V8 naturally aspirated. The new engine in the S 63 AMG is combined with start / stop system, according to Mercedes, 2011 model luxury sedan is about 25% more economical and 30% more environmentally friendly than its predecessor. Average fuel consumption is lifted whole-3.9l/100km. To 10.5l/100km. And the values of emitted CO2 emissions are already 244 gr/km. Power of the 5.5-liter V8 engine is 544 h.p. at 5 500 rev/min. and its maximum torque is 800 Nm at range of 2000-5 500 rev/min. The two values are respectively 19 h.p. and 170 Nm more than the old 6.2-liter V8 engine. The company, however, offer a package AMG Performance, with the indicators increased to 571 h.p. and 900 Nm. The drive for Mercedes S 63 AMG is transmitted to the rear wheels via a seven-speed automatic transmission AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT. The car is able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 4.5 sec and the maximum speed limit is 250 km/h. With the AMG Performance package, however, acceleration is a 4.4 sec And the limiter is moved to 300 km/h. The 2011 Model of the S 63 AMG is distinguished externally by its predecessor only in the presence of signs “V8 Biturbo” both front fenders and new 19-inch wheels. The interior is also present inscription “V8 Biturbo”, a public address system is the latest generation of Bang & Olufsen.
The luxury sedan will continue to be offered in two versions – short and long wheelbase, the prices in Germany will start from € 143,752 and € 151,368. AMG Performance package does is worth € 9401 and the first customers will receive their cars in September.

AMG with two versions of ML63

Viliyana Filipova — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 05:56:05 +0000

The modifications “10th Anniversary” and “Performance Studio” are in the 10 years from the first redesigned SUV tuning of the studio of Mercedes. This year, Christmas came early for Mercedes. The brand with the star duo presented a shocking – two special versions of the ML 63 AMG. One was named “10th Anniversary” in honor of the first SUV, further elaborated by AMG – ML 55 AMG. Another modification was named “Performance Studio”, is a namesake studio AMG, opened its doors in July 2006 The first version is based on the latest generation of ML 63 AMG. This limited edition in honor of the first SUV of Mercedes, further elaborated by AMG – ML 55, a 5.5-liter V-shaped 8-cylinder engine developing 347 hp “10th Anniversary” is a racial jeep with high capacity. The design is radical as ever, with more expressive mesh grille, bi-xenon headlights, impressive 21-inch wheels. “Plates are painted gray Hymalaya. Under the bonnet is not who is a famed V8 with CC 6.3 liters with 510 hp maximum power Interior space offers more room for equipment such as two-color leather interior in black and gray or black and beige. The second proposal by AMG ML “Performance Studio” e with the more extreme exterior. Wheel arches are more expressive, and below them are also installed 21-inch alloy wheels, protective front and back wafers are chrome.
Like the “10th Anniversary” is a refined interior with leather Nappa, in ivory, and chestnut, and boarding covering board.

Kicherer with own tuning of Mercedes CL600

Viliyana Filipova — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:25:27 +0000

The tuner is removing one zero from the name of the luxury GT coupe, but it “compensated” with improvements in the interior and suspension. The “tuned” car was described as superior to CL 60 and copy the serial to 53 h.p. Kicherer increases the power of 570 h.p. and torque – a decent 900 Nm. The standard rear axle is prepared and equipped with differential lock. Tuner and the software has changed the transmission and electronic suspension is reduced by 25 mm. External differences between the CL 600 is expressed in carbon fiber aerodynamic package, optimized traffic behavior of the car. Wheels, of course, are also business, 20-inch, painted in black. The front apron and dissuasive diffuser in the rear even with a transparent lacquer coating showing carbon filaments.
It was used a special technique for places in the interior, which otherwise is not much different from the original.