Mercedes GLA celebrates its world premiere in April 2013

Mercedes introduces its new compact crossover coupe GLA in April 2013 at the Auto Shanghai show.

It is well ahead of the competition models BMW X2 (2016) and Audi Q2 (2015) on the market. As reported, the "Auto Bild" in the morning showing a number, the model rolls on the basis of the A-Class - internal "cross-Activity Vehicle" called-with larger wheels, more ground clearance and a wider range of engines from the tape.

There is an additional cost to the GLA-wheel drive. Mercedes provides for 136 hp and 170 hp diesel and the GLA 250 with 211 hp. As standard all-wheel drive has the GLA 45 AMG, whose 2-liter 4-cylinder brings 350 hp to the road.

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Introducing: Mercedes CLA Edition 1

Because the new Mercedes Coupe is based on the A-Class is not even on the market and already a first special model. Edition 1 of the CLA should therefore come even sportier than the standard version of the CLA, the we had already reported here. This sporty vehicle, the Stuttgart first lay on for 12 months. From the third quarter 2013, the cars will be available.

The special version will be freely combined with all engine variants. So there are currently four units to choose from. The three petrol and one diesel offer a power range from 90 kW/122 hp to 155 kW/211 hp. From the outside one can particularly sporty coupe then recognize the AMG front and rear aprons, side sill panels and the black-painted AMG light-alloy wheels. At the front is a sleek radiator grille in diamond look provide the right accents. In addition to the standard bi-xenon headlights of course includes a sports suspension including lowering the features of the new model. This will be available with a choice of finishes mountain gray, cosmos black, black night, cirrus or polar silver Designo Magno.

Exclusively for this special model, the designers have designed the interior line "Neon Art". The sports seats in leather and microfiber Dinamica here are covered with yellow stitching. In addition, the instrument panel and the curbs are provided with the Artico leather and decorated with yellow stitching in wrap-around look. The multifunction sports steering wheel with nappa leather in a three-spoke design is the sports optics inside the finishing touches. CLA 180 is available as a special edition then from 35,402 Euro.

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Mercedes-Benz Concept Coupe Style

After many rumors, here's Mercedes-Benz confirms unveiling the world premiere at the International Motor Show in Detroit, the CLA model series.

A stylish four-door coupe compact template which fits the style of the Mercedes-Benz CLS. It is also a model from the Style Concept Coupe concept, unveiled at Beijing.

Mercedes-Benz CLA has been developed on the basis of new cars Class A, which are already sold in European soil.

The CLS also inherits the new grille Floating Dots.

With a length equivalent to that of the C-Class sedan, one can imagine that this new model will squeeze between the Mercedes-Benz Class B and Class C.

The European engine
Mercedes-Benz CLA, will obviously be offered engines models of class A, that is to say:
- CLA 180 with four-cylinder engine of 122 hp;
- CLA 200 with four-cylinder engine of 156 hp;
- CLA 250 four-cylinder engine with 211 hp;
- CLA 220 CDI four-cylinder engine with 170 hp.

A sport version CLA 45 AMG should follow the following year, which will benefit from a powerful 335 horsepower.

The stylish four-door coupé is a car with front wheel drive, while most exclusive versions will benefit from AWD 4MATIC specially designed to secure a front wheel drive car.

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG 2014 Black Series version

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG has received its first facelift, will eventually be available declination Black Series for the 2014 model year.

The Black Series
In this constructor, all designated car Black Series receives aesthetic appeal announcing the aggressiveness of the car. To this are added sport wheels black 20".

It is the same for the interior that welcomes lightweight sports seats and a center console in carbon.

From 583 to 622 hp
The gleaming Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series, used to propel better, the same engine found under the hood of the long entry level models.

This block air is a powerful 6.2-liter V8 that develops a force of 622 horsepower and 468 lb-ft.

According to the manufacturer, the gullwing coupe from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.6 seconds. The top speed stands at 315 km / h.

In this range, which currently includes the coupe and convertible, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series is positioned between these two models and the version for GT3 race track.

This beautiful car will enter dealerships in the summer of 2013.

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Special Edition: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3

For 45-year anniversary, there is AMG, the sports brand of Mercedes-Benz vehicles in a special limited edition. Talking about the SLS AMG GT3 "45th Anniversary" that appear from which only five are. Used here comes a 6.3-liter V8 engine, which was developed by DTM record champion Bernd Schneider installed in conjunction with a self-installer. This is shown to a witness signature to see on the next Schneiders also the name of the mechanic is involved. An additional certificate signed by Schneider himself, there is also this.

Of course, comes from a special edition of the SLS AMG GT3 is not without fundamental changes that can be found both outside and inside. As an example, the matte painting style "Magno graphite" was chosen, which has so far been used only in the SL 65 AMG "45th Anniversary". The same shade you missed the alloy wheels and the roll cage made ​​of steel. Matt Carbon appears on the instrument panel and center console.

The six-point seat belts and the silver racing steering wheel provide the necessary visual variety in the cockpit. Even on the passenger side of the exclusive race car, a carbon safety cell is to be found with the shell. On the seats is one again the rarity of the SLS AMG GT3 "45th Anniversary" shows marked "1 of 5".

The SLS AMG GT3 with its gullwing doors could catch 32 wins already this season, and three drivers' and team titles. He is successful in both the FIA GT3 European Championship, the ADAC GT Masters and the FIA GT1 World Championship. The few lucky customers have to their copy directly from Mercedes-AMG in Affalterbach pick and bring 446,250 euros.

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive in Paris 2012

An absolute highlight of the Paris Motor Show is certainly the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric Drive. Here is the talk of the strongest in the AMG high-performance range, for he should make at least 750 horsepower. 

Possible to make this power four electric motors that move the Gullwing in just 3.9 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h and provides the drive by one of the wheels. Faster a production car with electric drive has never been, although it is closed off at 250 km / h electronically

As early as June of next year, the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive scheduled to come to market. In Germany, he will be offered a handsome price of 416,500 euros and convince one or two sports car fan of its pioneering technology. 

The electric super coupe, a high-voltage battery is working (maximum 400 volts), which was developed by Mercedes-AMG in cooperation with the Formula 1 experts Mercedes AMG High Performance Powertrains, with fall back on the experience with the Kers hybrid could. For the optimal tuning of the chassis sports Stromers provide three different driving modes: Comfort, Sport and Sport Plus.

The battery can be fully charged by electric power connection within three hours, for which a so-called wall box is required. If you have any wallbox, so you have a charging time of about 20 hours accepted.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive

Mercedes-Benz B-Class in Paris for the Motor Show, which starts later this month, to introduce an electric version. Talking about the Concept B-Class Electric Drive, which is being developed from the status of a study towards production model. For true Mercedes-Benz has planned to bring the B-Class electric to 2014 already on the market.


The future will therefore at the tail, the words "Electric Drive" It also reflects find that there is a battery-powered Mercedes, Mercedes-AMG and smart. In the case of the B-Class Electric Drive is a 136-horsepower electric motor, which is to bring it to a torque of 310 Nm. 200 km far should one go on a single charge.

Is used, a lithium-ion battery, which is located in front of the rear axle in the vehicle floor. You can be charged with a standard 230-volt outlet or in a high speed on a 400-volt outlet. Benz vehicles with the inscription mentioned one will get in Paris by the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive and see the Smart Brabus Electric Drive.

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class 7-Seater Version

In Europe, it is presented as an MPV (minivan) compact. A niche extremely popular which includes, among others, Renault Scenic, Opel Zafira, Volkswagen Touran and many others.

However, while most of the vehicles offered have a seven-seat version, the Mercedes-Benz B-Class can only accommodate five passengers.

A model 7-seater

But things could change, because it seems that the German manufacturer is developing a seven-seat version of the model class B.

A minivan intended for model year 2014.

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New Mercedes C-Class 2014

2014 Mercedes will launch the new C-Class generation to the market. What is new, especially a variety of driver assistance systems, with the C-Class at machine could go almost automatically. The report, the "Auto Bild" published yesterday in the output.


Price will be the new C-Class based on the previous generation. Initial plans are the four standard versions notchback sedan, station wagon, CLK coupe and CLK convertible. In addition, perhaps reflecting a so-called mid-size sport tourer, MST shortly. A project engineer describes him as "an R-class that works", a cross between a van and station wagon.

Big business, the new C-Class once again make a four-door and station wagon. Why Mercedes decided on the design elements is exaggerated, in a balanced form and the classic line window with bar in the rear side windows. Thus, the C-Class is not boring look and makes it more striking, among other things, the cooler - it will give him in three versions. The new T-model, the luggage compartment volume of 485 to 500 liters.


The four-cylinder dominate in the future in the C-Class. The V6 survives only as a hybrid, where customers can choose between a conventional electric hybrids with extra 27 hp and a plug-in hybrids with 68 hp electric. The gasoline engines 156-211 hp, diesel engine 109-204 hp. The automatic has to nine instead of seven speed levels.


Source : Auto Bild /Larson

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CLA: 4-Door Coupé from Mercedes is Getting Closer

What is already known, Mercedes-Benz intends to present a 4-door coupe, which is the new A-Class has as its basis. There was talk of a "CLA", they quote Dr. Dieter Zetsche at a factory opening in Hungary. Here, namely the car in the third quarter of this year will go into production. The first customers to take their copy then in the first quarter of next year in reception, so the plan. According to reports, one can already do at the Auto China 2012 in the form of a first impression of a study. If anything, you can bet on an event in Los Angeles, they say.


It is rumored that the little "CLA" from cost about 28,000 euros. Nothing is official who had been selected, it also one of the engines, although there is speculation about a 1.6 four-cylinder gasoline engine with 122 horsepower and a 2.0 or 2.2 liter petrol engine. In the diesel line-up, it is estimated that as CLA 180 CDI (190 hp) or CLA 220 CDI (170 hp) could be sold.

The tension is rising so on ...

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Mercedes-Benz G 63 AMG

From the new G63 AMG, now it is the first official pictures. On the US-American press site of Mercedes-Benz they were published recently. This is especially the grille of the new AMG version of the G-Class. This is provided with a double blade. There are also new bumpers and air intakes, the sting is no less striking. The G63 AMG rolls on 20-inch wheels and is equipped with red brake calipers.


As standard, it will probably give the ECO start-stop and for now the label is unmistakable, which indicates a V8er Biturbo with 544 hp. This reaches a torque of 760 Newton meters. If that's not enough, you should rely on a V12 Biturbo to the 612 hp and 1000 Nm of torque. Such a powerful off-roader has seen the world yet, at least not in series.

Pricing is also already there, so you have to expect in Germany, probably with 137 504 euros and 50 cents if you want to dig up the G63 AMG his fields. The G65 AMG will be traded at € 264 180.


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New Photos of The New Mercedes A-Class

New photos from the world premiere of the new Mercedes A-Class at the Geneva Motor Show us by Jan Gleitsmann of auto-Geil.de. Have fun with the very, very nice pictures by Jan in our new gallery!

One focus has put Jan on the new Mercedes A-Class Sports "engineered by AMG", in which the optical relationship with the Concept A-Class is fortunately very much. The A-Class Sports has exclusive AMG light-alloy wheels, 5-spoke design, size 18 with tires 235/40 R 18 all around, high-gloss black painted finish and red brake calipers: Optical evidence for the particular dynamic qualities of A250 sports and A 220 CDI Sports which are characterized by, among other things, developed by AMG front and to the corresponding tuned suspension.

In addition, red-painted area put emphasis on AMG front and rear apron. Interior continues the contrast between black and red accents features: The contrast stitching on the steering wheel and seats, the color signal as well as the wear safety belts. Also, the red light mood of the instruments and the accent rings in the air nozzles.

[Photo: Jan Gleitsmann, car Geil.de]

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New Mercedes A-Class 2012

At the Geneva Motor Show presents his new Mercedes A-Class. First Erlkönig were fired at a close union somewhere between "great" and "less sparkling." The first, now published photos show: the new Mercedes A-class is to have succeeded well in shades and with his two previous generations fortunately not even begin to compare.

Against this background and the resulting new opportunities are arising, Mercedes combative. "A stands for attack: The A-Class is a clear statement about the new dynamics of the Mercedes-Benz," says Dr. Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars. "She is new to the last detail. This is an opportunity to start with a blank sheet of paper, it is often not in the car development. Our engineers and designers have used them convincingly. "

Design and dynamic signals the new A-class at first sight and ducks up to 18 centimeters lower than its predecessor on the road. Which was the "Concept A-CLASS" presented and enthusiastically welcomed worldwide radical formal language consistently implemented in the series: With a new interpretation of the classic two-box design, the Mercedes designers have created an emotional exterior with a very sporty character. "Implement the new dynamic style of Mercedes-Benz in the compact class - the challenge has been so much fun," says Gordon Wagener, Head of Design at Mercedes-Benz. "Typically, the Mercedes A-Class Sculptural form. The character lines, especially in the pages give the A-class structure, and then tension. "

For the first time involved early in the development of the compact class, the performance specialists AMG. Result is the most dynamic version of the series - the A-Class Sports engineered by AMG, where the visual relationship with the Concept A-CLASS is particularly evident - especially the new diamond grill. The A-Class Sports has exclusive AMG light-alloy wheels, 5-spoke design, size 18 with tires 235/40 R 18 all around, high-gloss black painted finish and red brake calipers: Optical evidence for the particular dynamic qualities of A250 sports and A 220 CDI Sports which are characterized by, among other things, developed by AMG front and to the corresponding tuned suspension.

In addition, red accents to underline AMG front and rear aprons, the positioning of the expressive model. Interior continues the contrast between black and red accents features: The contrast stitching on the steering wheel and seats, the color signal as well as the wear safety belts. Also, the red light mood of the instruments and the accent rings in the air nozzles.

The range of new petrol engine generation with 1.6 and 2.0 liter capacity ranges from 115 hp in the A180 through A200 in the 156 hp to 211 hp in the A250. Common features are the combination of direct injection with turbocharging, an advanced combustion system and advanced coating areas for lean by fast-switching injectors for multiple injections of fuel demand and multiple firings. The Camtronic celebrates an innovation its world premiere at the 1.6-liter engine: the adjustment of valve lift on the intake side, the limited amount of fresh gas in the partial load range and reduced fuel consumption.

The diesel engines will start the A 180 CDI with 109 hp, the A 200 CDI, the maximum power 136 hp, maximum torque reaches 300 Nm. The A 220 CDI has a 2.2 liter, 170 hp and 350 Nm.

All engines of the new A-Class series is equipped with the ECO start-stop function. The motors can be combined with the new six-speed manual or optional automatic transmission with double clutch transmission 7G-DCT, the comfort and sportiness in a special way with each other.

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New Mercedes A-Class In The Series Version Caught

A Go Pro camera and a Dutch cycling team with the names of all the doubts raised "OGOTT bike team" we have the very first picture / videoof the new Mercedes A-Class, due to the standard version. The cycling team was in training in Lanzarote on the scenic andenjoyable for both parties: freshly paved route from El Golfo to PlayaBlanca on the road, when they received an entourage consisting of a couple of trucks, cars and pickups fitted's with cameras in the truestsense of the word (and sorry for the lame pun) occurred in Spanish.
The new A-Class was obviously shooting to work on Lanzarote, one of the most beautiful of the Canary Islands, which form in the Atlantic Ocean, one of Spain's seventeen autonomous regions, on the road. At the Drive-By one of his helmeted cyclists was the presence of mind witha GoPro camera head in the direction of the unknown object named " New Mercedes A-Class" judge. A short time later the Dutchman putthe respective video online - thank you.

Although we speculated recently, angry, had the new A-class wouldhave to go through since the first presentation of the accompanyingstudy, "A-Class Concept" a change to maximum boredom, the newCompact will appear in the delivered setting but prominent right.Judging from the front to the biting, it could be caught in the new Mercedes A-Class AMG is a variant. The only downside in our opinion:the bulky headlights, reminiscent of that of the fairly new Mercedes SL.But something is always ...

Story References: Youtube/Ogottnl via Autoblog.nl

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The Sixth Version of Mercedes-Benz SL

The sixth version of SL model has been introduced by Mercedes-Benz, where this Mercedes-Benz SL (SL means that “Sport Leicht”) is anticipated to create its debut at the Detroit Motor Show which can be held in 2012. The automobile that was created within the Advanced Studio of Carlsbad, Cal has dimension four,612 mm of long and one,877mm of width. If the dimension of Mercedes-Benz SL is compared with previous version this automobile variant has fifty mm longer and fifty seven mm wider.

This new Mercedes-Benz automobile style is additionally designed with all customary options of the model like powerful rear automobile to feature the car’s balance, seat back passenger, long hood and far a lot of. The Mercedes-Benz SL model conjointly|is additionally} created with a lot of improved surface treatment with sculpted and distinctive character line and also muscular type. All of the look on Mercedes SL is galvanized by the newest automobile variants of this German automobile company.

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Future Mercedes GL

Relief ... Camouflage


With its 2.5 tonnes, the GL is the mastodon of the range Mercedes. But no drastic dietprogram: better equipped than its predecessor, the next generation of 4x4 just for now to ease his disguise.

Built for the great outdoors U.S., the GL lives in the shadow in France. In the first sixmonths of the year, Mercedes has passed just 48 copies. This is ten times less than its main rival, the Audi Q7! However, the next generation of this giant will not change radicallyformula. Launched in late 2012, it still amply surpass 5 meters long, and keep a profile close to that of the current model. However, the camouflage of lighter latest prototypesreveals much finer taillights, mirrors larger, and a redesigned grille and headlights.

Like its close relative, the ML 3, GL 2 will also receive an interior completely redesigned.The vents turn from round to rectangular, the screen of the navigation system will be greater and all orders will be upgraded. Always able to accommodate seven passengers,will receive this great 4x4 latest technology: night vision, blind spot monitoring, automatic braking, reversing camera ... It will also adopt a standard Stop & Start, which will helpadvertise drinks less. But sobriety will clearly not a priority, especially as a unique versionof AMG over 500 hp on the agenda.

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